Differences in Staffing for Non-Nursing Occupations Across U.S. Skilled Nursing Facilities During 2018-2023

Abstract

This study examined variability in non-nursing occupations (e.g., respiratory, pharmacy, social work) staffing levels and contract staffing across U.S. skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) from January 2018 through June 2023 with a goal of identifying workforce gaps that might reflect potential inequities in access to care. Specifically, we estimated relationships between facility factors (e.g., region, profit status, quality, urban/rural location, payer mix) and community factors (e.g., racial/ethnic composition, social deprivation) with staffing minutes per patient-day (MPPD) and percent contractors for all non-nursing healthcare occupations in SNFs.

Authors:

Prusynski RA, Mroz TM, Frogner BK

Journal/Publisher:

Center for Health Workforce Studies, University of Washington

Edition:

Sep 2024.

Documents:

Full Report

Citation:

Prusynski RA, Mroz TM, Frogner BK. Differences in Staffing for Non-Nursing Occupations Across U.S. Skilled Nursing Facilities During 2018-2023. Center for Health Workforce Studies, University of Washington. Sep 2024.