The 2025 U.S. Healthcare Staffing Report, released by Everee and StaffUpApp, highlights crucial insights into the financial well-being, job satisfaction, and evolving technological demands of healthcare professionals. With responses from 500 clinicians and recruiters, the report sheds light on growing dissatisfaction with pay structures and a shift toward temporary work, driven by the need for flexibility and faster payments.
Key Findings from the Report
- Clinicians’ Financial Struggles
- 62% of clinicians are living paycheck to paycheck.
- 74% feel underpaid.
- 72% want more frequent pay options, underscoring a need for flexible payment structures.
- Shift Toward Temporary Work
- 20% of clinicians are considering leaving their jobs this year.
- Of those, 67% are opting for temporary roles, up from 55% last year.
- Key reasons for choosing temporary work:
- Higher pay
- Flexible scheduling
- Better work-life balance
- Frequent pay cycles
- Opportunities for travel
- The Role of Technology in Healthcare Staffing
- 61% of clinicians favor agencies offering same-day pay.
- 62% prefer mobile apps for managing schedules and timesheets over desktop or paper-based tools.
Expert Insights
- Brett Barlow, CEO of Everee, emphasizes the urgency of adapting to clinicians’ demands for faster pay and flexible roles. Agencies that embrace these changes will redefine healthcare staffing and attract top talent.
- Bryan Wilson, Head of Product Strategy at StaffUpApp, notes that modern, digital-first tools are essential for meeting clinician expectations and driving better outcomes for healthcare facilities.
The report reveals a clear call for change in the healthcare staffing industry. Agencies must prioritize modern solutions, including faster pay cycles, mobile-first platforms, and flexible work opportunities, to attract and retain top talent. By embracing these shifts, healthcare staffing agencies can better serve clinicians, facilities, and ultimately, patients.
