Jefferson Health Expands S.E.A.L. Team to Tackle Nursing Shortages in Lehigh Valley
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Contributed by: Kate Gamble
Summary
Jefferson Health is expanding its Nursing S.E.A.L. Team to the Lehigh Valley region, building on its success since the program began in 2022. The initiative, which employs full-time nurses across multiple departments, addresses nursing workforce challenges by allowing staff to float between hospitals based on operational needs, effectively matching staffing levels with patient care demands. This strategic approach has resulted in over a 75 percent reduction in reliance on agency nurses, enhancing the stability of nursing resources in the face of national shortages. The expansion underscores Jefferson Health's commitment to innovative solutions in healthcare staffing.
