Acuity-based staffing

Acuity-based staffing is a method used by organizations to match staffing levels to the actual workload or patient care needs at any given time. It involves assessing how complex or intensive each task or case is and adjusting staff numbers accordingly. For example, in a healthcare setting, more staff are scheduled during busy periods with high patient acuity (severity of illness), ensuring quality care without overstaffing during slower times. This approach helps optimize resource utilization, improve outcomes, and maintain efficient operations by aligning staffing with real-time demand.