EPISODE · Mar 3, 2026 · 1H 52M
Unlocking Workforce Agility: Building Sustainable Strategies with Flexible Labor Pools with Jackie Larson
from Elevate Care · host AMN Healthcare
In this episode of the Elevate Care podcast, we sit down with Jackie Larson, Senior Vice President of Client Experience at AMN Healthcare, to explore how healthcare leaders can take greater control of their workforce strategies. Are you ready to move beyond traditional staffing models and embrace a future of true agility? Jackie breaks down the evolving "flavors" of float pools—from internal agencies to innovative gig-based models—empowering leaders to make choices that align with their unique needs. By deeply understanding the data behind contingency demand, organizations can move from reactive filling to proactive strategy. We discuss how optimizing these diverse resources allows you to save costs, support your core staff, and navigate any operational challenge. This conversation is an invitation to rethink how we deploy talent. Whether it is leveraging technology for seamless integration or building trust through transparency, the path to a resilient workforce is within reach. About Jackie Larson Jackie Larson serves as the Senior Vice President of Client Experience at AMN Healthcare. With extensive experience in workforce optimization, she is dedicated to helping health systems build sustainable, flexible staffing strategies. Her expertise spans the full spectrum of labor management, from traditional float pools to cutting-edge gig economy solutions. Jackie is passionate about empowering organizations to understand their unique data, optimize their labor mix, and achieve financial and operational excellence through strategic innovation. Chapters 00:00 – Introduction 02:13 – The Spectrum of Labor Pools 05:34 – Innovation and the Gig Model 10:21 – Selecting the Right Strategy 13:34 – Understanding Demand 16:11 – The ROI of Optimization 23:06 – Technology and Integration 26:50 – Future Trends Sponsors: We're proudly sponsored by AMN Healthcare, the leader in healthcare staffing and workforce solutions. Explore their services at AMN Healthcare. Learn how AMN Healthcare's workforce flexibility technology helps health systems cut costs and improve efficiency. Click here to explore the case study and discover smarter ways to manage your resources!Discover how WorkWise is redefining workforce management for healthcare. Visit workwise.amnhealthcare.com to learn more.About The Show: Elevate Care delves into the latest trends, thinking, and best practices shaping the landscape of healthcare. From total talent management to solutions and strategies to expand the reach of care, we discuss methods to enable high quality, flexible workforce and care delivery. We will discuss the latest advancements in technology, the impact of emerging models and settings, physical and virtual, and address strategies to identify and obtain an optimal workforce mix. Tune in to gain valuable insights from thought leaders focused on improving healthcare quality, workforce well-being, and patient outcomes. Learn more about the show here. Find Us On:WebsiteYouTubeSpotifyAppleInstagramLinkedInXFacebook Powered by AMN Healthcare Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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In this episode of the Elevate Care podcast, we sit down with Jackie Larson, Senior Vice President of Client Experience at AMN Healthcare, to explore how healthcare leaders can take greater control of their workforce strategies. Are you ready to move beyond traditional staffing models and embrace a future of true agility? Jackie breaks down the evolving "flavors" of float pools—from internal agencies to innovative gig-based models—empowering leaders to make choices that align with their unique needs. By deeply understanding the data behind contingency demand, organizations can move from reactive filling to proactive strategy. We discuss how optimizing these diverse resources allows you to save costs, support your core staff, and navigate any operational challenge. This conversation is an invitation to rethink how we deploy talent. Whether it is leveraging technology for seamless integration or building trust through transparency, the path to a resilient workforce is within reach.
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