LONG-TERM CARE STAFFING

Staffing Support for Long-Term Care Teams

Open shifts, extended vacancies and changing resident care needs can put pressure on nursing teams. Zack Group helps long-term care and skilled nursing facilities explore local, travel and permanent staffing options for the roles and schedules they need. Tell us about the coverage challenge at your facility.

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Nursing Professionals

Discuss RN, LPN/LVN and CNA staffing requirements for long-term care settings.

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Flexible Coverage Models

Explore local/per diem, travel and permanent staffing based on the gap.

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Recruiter Communication

Start with your facility's schedule, qualifications and staffing priorities.

WHEN COVERAGE IS STRETCHED

Support for Everyday Nursing Coverage Needs

Long-term care facilities balance consistent coverage with changing schedules. Identifying the type and duration of the gap helps determine which staffing options are worth discussing.

Call-Offs & Open Shifts

Discuss unfilled shifts and sudden schedule gaps affecting your nursing team.

Leave & Extended Vacancies

Explore temporary coverage when a position is vacant or a team member is away.

Changing Resident Needs

Plan staffing conversations around census, care requirements and facility expectations.

Long-Term Hiring Challenges

Discuss recruiting support when the goal is a permanent addition to your team.

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STAFFING APPROACHES

Coverage Options for Long-Term Care

The right approach depends on how long you need coverage, the nursing roles involved and your facility's requirements.

Per Diem & Local

Discuss flexible local staffing for open shifts and recurring schedule gaps.

Travel & Extended Coverage

Explore temporary nursing assignments when the need lasts longer than a few shifts.

Permanent Placement

Discuss recruiting support for ongoing roles and workforce continuity.

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NURSING ROLES & CARE SETTINGS

Staffing for Long-Term Care Environments

Requirements differ across skilled nursing, assisted living and long-term care environments. Tell us what nursing roles your organization needs and which qualifications are essential.

Registered Nurses

LPNs / LVNs

Certified Nursing Assistants

Nursing Support Roles

Skilled Nursing Facilities

Long-Term Care Communities

Assisted Living

Long-Term Acute Care

HOW TO GET STARTED

Start With the Schedule and Care Setting

Describe the nursing roles, number of positions, shifts and facility requirements. A recruiter can discuss the relevant staffing models and information needed to move forward.

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Share Your Coverage Need

Provide the facility location, nursing role, shift and expected start date.

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Review Staffing Approaches

Discuss local/per diem, travel or permanent recruiting based on the duration.

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Confirm Requirements

Clarify experience, credentials, onboarding needs and next steps.

LONG-TERM CARE STAFFING QUESTIONS

Questions Before Requesting Coverage

What nursing roles can you help us staff?

Zack Group works with nursing professionals including RNs, LPNs/LVNs and CNAs. Exact role availability depends on location, qualifications and shift requirements.

Can you help with unexpected shift gaps?

Share the role, shift, facility location and timing with our team. Local/per diem coverage may be worth exploring, but availability and credentialing needs vary.

What if we have an extended vacancy?

Travel staffing or permanent placement may fit depending on whether the goal is temporary coverage or a long-term hire. We can discuss the role, expected duration and requirements.

REQUEST LONG-TERM CARE STAFFING

Let's Discuss Your Nursing Coverage Needs

Tell us which nursing professionals you need, where your facility is located and when coverage is required. Our team can discuss staffing options and next steps. Please do not include resident or patient information.

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(913) 491-3562

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