Powers Health has announced a partnership with ShiftMed, bringing on-demand nursing support to Community Hospital in Indiana, US.

This initiative marks the first implementation of such technology in the state, aimed at improving the hospital's internal float pool with flexible staffing options.

Powers Health Community Hospital patient care services vice-president Ronda McKay said: “This strategic partnership reflects our ongoing commitment to enhancing the quality of care for individuals across Northwest Indiana while also supporting the well-being of our valued healthcare providers.

“We are initially launching the ShiftMed On-Demand platform at Community Hospital, with plans to expand to other facilities in the future.”  

The collaboration is set to enhance patient care and support full-time employees by offering local nurses the opportunity to pick up per diem shifts at the hospital.

It is designed to improve the quality of care at Community Hospital, one of four premier healthcare facilities within Powers Health.

The hospital provides care through a full range of inpatient and outpatient programmes.

ShiftMed founder and CEO Todd Walrath said: “This collaboration highlights Community Hospital’s dedication to the health and well-being of its community. The support provided by ShiftMed extends beyond full-time and on-demand staff, it ultimately enhances patient outcomes and the overall care experience.

“We look forward to seeing the positive impact our platform will have on this community and the future growth of our partnership.”  

The partnership follows a similar collaboration to the one seen last October when Cottage Hospital partnered with ShiftMed to offer flexible working opportunities for healthcare professionals in New Hampshire, US.

In November 2023, ShiftMed partnered with New Orleans-based healthcare provider LCMC Health to address nursing shortages in Louisiana.