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Frank Cohen
Sr Director, Data and Business Intelligence, VMG Health
Pam D'Apuzzo, CPC, ACS‑EM, ACS‑MS, CPMA
Managing Director, VMG Health
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Health systems face intensifying pressure to reduce burnout, improve staff satisfaction and get smarter about scheduling. The new 2025 KLAS Nurse & Staff Scheduling report highlights which capabilities — and vendors — are actually delivering results. Join KLAS Research, Penn…
Oct 30, 2025 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM America/Chicago
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Niel Oscarson
Director of Research and Analysis, KLAS Research
Susan Grant, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN
Chief Clinical Officer, symplr
Rita Barry
Director of Workforce Management, Penn State Health
Larry Punteney
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Health systems face intensifying pressure to reduce burnout, improve staff satisfaction and get smarter about scheduling. The new 2025 KLAS Nurse & Staff Scheduling report highlights which capabilities — and vendors — are actually delivering results. Join KLAS Research, Penn…
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