Staff Utilization: How to Track Data and Improve Benchmarks

Tracking staff utilization is essential in today’s cost-conscious Ambulatory Surgery Center environment. Effective monitoring of these metrics drives operational efficiency, strengthens cost management, and enhances patient safety and quality of care, all while improving staff satisfaction and retention.

In this session, VMG will share the results of our comprehensive analysis of your ASC’s staffing data. We’ll uncover key trends, highlight opportunities for improvement, and provide actionable strategies to optimize utilization. Plus, we’ll show you how to integrate these insights into a Quality Improvement (QI) study to support data-driven decision-making and continuous performance enhancement.

Vanessa Sindell, MSN, BSN, RN, CAIP
Director, ASC Consulting
VMG Health

Vanessa Sindell is a Registered Nurse and Director at VMG Health, with over 19 years of clinical nursing experience, primarily specializing in ASCs. She brings extensive expertise in ASC development, licensing, Medicare certification, accreditation, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. Prior to joining VMG Health, Vanessa served as Director of Nursing at a high-volume surgery center. She holds a Master of Science in Nursing with a concentration in leadership and CAIP certification.