How a North Carolina system is building workforce resilience with flexibility


Tuesday, August 5th, 2025 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CT

Healthcare's staffing crisis isn't new, but relying on temporary fixes is no longer sustainable. As labor costs rise and burnout intensifies, forward-thinking systems — like FirstHealth of the Carolinas — are reimagining how they build, deploy and retain their workforce.

In this session, FirstHealth nurse leadership will share how flexible workforce models are reducing dependency on costly travel contracts, empowering clinicians and improving operational agility.

You'll learn how organizations are integrating technology and new staffing strategies to meet today's care demands and create a more resilient model for the future.

Reserve your spot to explore:
 
  • How streamlining workforce planning improves shift coverage and reduces burnout
  • Strategies to engage and retain clinicians through flexible scheduling and support
  • Real-world lessons for building a sustainable, cost-effective staffing strategy

Presenters:

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Larry Adams

Chief Nurse Executive & SVP, Strategy, CareRev

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Lisa Stein

Nurse Manager, FirstHealth of the Carolinas