Oncology Nursing Society. (2025). Developing an outpatient acuity-based staffing model. Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing, 19(3). https://www.ons.org/publications-research/cjon/19/3/evidence-practice-developing- outpatient-acuity-based-staffing-model
This article details the implementation of an acuity-based staffing system in an outpatient oncology setting. The model improved staffing consistency, efficiency, and both patient and staff satisfaction. It serves as a practical example for outpatient care facilities aiming to adopt acuity-based staffing to enhance operational effectiveness.
UNAC/UHCP. (2020). Evidence-Based Research on Staffing by Acuity. https://unacuhcp.org/acuity-staffing/
This resource synthesizes current research supporting acuity-based staffing as a cost-effective, patient-centered strategy. It is particularly valuable for nursing administrators, finance officers, and quality improvement teams who are looking to justify investments in acuity systems. It provides a foundation for decision-making with data showing improved outcomes and satisfaction. In acute care settings, it helps prioritize safety and efficiency, and its continued use supports long-term operational excellence.
Ware, A., Blumke, T., Hoover, P., & Arreola, D. (2024). Calculating optimal patient to nursing capacity: Comparative analysis of traditional and new methods. JMIR Nursing, 7, e59619. https://doi.org/10.2196/59619
 This study introduces a dynamic bed count methodology that integrates patient acuity and real-time staffing data to optimize nurse staffing levels. The approach offers improved temporal resolution over traditional patient-to- nurse ratios, enabling more responsive staffing adjustments. Healthcare administrators can leverage these insights to enhance patient care quality and nurse workload balance.