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    • Nursing Informatics
    • Quality Improvement

    Background:

    • Nurse staffing is a complex issue in healthcare.
    • Nursing leaders are increasingly using evidence and data to inform staffing decisions.
    • Effective nurse staffing is crucial for patient safety and quality of care.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To outline a data-driven approach to nurse staffing developed at Midland Memorial Hospital.
    • To present nine principles for improving nurse staffing based on evidence and quality indicators.
    • To emphasize the importance of understanding data for effective nursing resource management.

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