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Core-12: implementation of flexible scheduling.

B Arnold, M E Mills

The Journal of Nursing Administration

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Flexible scheduling in nursing improves work-life balance. A surgical intensive care unit developed a system using 12 1/2-hour shifts, offering a practical model for other nursing departments.

Area of Science:

Nursing Management
Healthcare Administration
Workforce Scheduling

Background:

Growing interest in flexible scheduling among nurses.
Need for adaptable staffing solutions in critical care settings.

Purpose of the Study:

To describe a flexible scheduling system implemented in a surgical intensive care unit.
To provide a model for nursing departments adopting flexible work arrangements.

Main Methods:

Development of a master schedule centered on 12 1/2-hour shifts.
Creation of specific staffing guidelines and a work agreement.
Implementation within a large hospital nursing department.

Main Results:

A structured flexible scheduling system was successfully established.

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The system provides a framework for managing nursing staff hours effectively.

Conclusions:

The described flexible scheduling model is useful for nursing administrators.
Careful planning and consideration are key to successful implementation of such systems.