Nursing Deployment: ICU Nurses for a Remote Hospital in Ladakh
Client Overview
A remote hospital in Ladakh needed experienced ICU nurses to provide critical care in the high-altitude region. The hospital faced challenges with retaining experienced nurses due to the harsh environment and isolation of the region.
The Challenge
Attrition and Relocation: The remote location of Ladakh made it challenging to find experienced ICU nurses willing to relocate. The high-altitude environment, combined with limited amenities, led to high turnover rates.
Right Experience: The hospital required nurses with specialized ICU experience, able to handle critical care in a challenging environment.
Long-Term Stability: Stability in staffing was a key concern, as the region's isolation made it difficult to maintain a consistent workforce.
Svastih’s Approach
Specialized Search for High-Altitude Experience: Svastih Placements focused on nurses with experience working in high-altitude or similarly challenging environments, ensuring they were equipped to handle the unique healthcare challenges of Ladakh.
Stability-Focused Screening: We targeted nurses who had demonstrated long-term stability in their previous roles and assessed their willingness to commit to working in a remote area.
Comprehensive Relocation Support: Svastih offered relocation and acclimatization support to ensure the nurses could adapt to the unique conditions of the region.
Results and Impact
The two ICU nurses brought specialized critical care skills, reducing patient transfer rates by 40%.
Attrition rates dropped by 25%, with the nurses remaining committed to the hospital, ensuring consistent care delivery in the region.
