Health systems should be careful to avoid misclassification of nurses, according to this law professional.
Read about what happens when nurses are misclassified as independent contractors, hear about how addressing social determinants of health can improve patient care, learn about eight nurse leaders to watch in 2025, see how to recruit and retain Gen Z nurses, and find out about the benefits of micro-hospitals.
 

CNOs everywhere are strategizing how to fill workforce gaps left by the nursing shortage.

While navigating recruitment and staffing challenges, it’s important to look at how nurses will be brought on and integrated into the workforce.

Part of this process involves making sure nurses fall under the proper worker classification, and ensuring that the hospital or health system remains in compliance with legal requirements for classification.

In this week's lead story, let's take a look at what happens when nurses are misclassified as independent contractors.

 

What Happens When Nurses Are Misclassified as Independent Contractors?
Health systems should be careful to avoid misclassification of nurses, according to this law professional.
 
HL Shorts: Addressing SDOH to Improve Patient Care
Addressing SDOH comes down to knowing the community's needs, says this CNO.
Infographic: 8 Nurse Leaders to Watch in 2025
CNOs should pay attention to these nurse leaders in the new year. 2024 was a prosperous year for new nurse leadership. 
'It's a Great Time to Be a Nurse': Recruiting and Retaining Gen Z Nurses
Gen Z is looking for purpose at work, says this CNE.
Micro-Hospitals in the Spotlight: Small Size, Big Benefits
Often called neighborhood hospitals, these small-footprint facilities give health systems a branded presence in competitive and underserved markets.
 

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