How Ventilator Rentals Can Help You Stay Agile During Staffing Shortages

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Staffing shortages are no longer the exception, they’re the norm. HME providers and long-term care facilities across the U.S. are facing rising labor costs, high turnover, and difficulty hiring qualified respiratory staff.

These shortages put enormous strain on care delivery and daily operations, from delayed discharges to missed patient setups. Ventilator rentals offer a practical, fast, and flexible solution. Let’s take a look at how ventilator rentals empower healthcare organizations to adapt quickly, minimize training burdens, and ensure uninterrupted patient care.

Why Rentals Are a Smart Staffing Strategy

Here’s how Trace Medical’s ventilator rental model helps you stay nimble during workforce challenges:

1. Devices Arrive Patient-Ready

Every rental arrives fully calibrated, tested, and sanitized, ready to deploy immediately.

2. Reduced Training Burden

Standardized devices reduce onboarding time and training inconsistencies.

3. Scalable Based on Patient Volume

Respond to seasonal surges or census changes without owning idle equipment.

4. Maintenance Handled for You

Eliminate in-house service backlogs with full-service maintenance included.

Stay Flexible Without Overextending Staff

Rentals allow you to adapt to changing realities:

  • Short- and long-term rental options

  • 24/7 deployment support

  • Access to the latest technology without additional training burdens

Whether it’s RSV season or a CMS reimbursement shift, flexibility matters more than ever.

Reduce Operational Strain Across Your Team

Let’s break down how rentals ease pressure in critical areas:

Inventory Management

  • No tracking, rotation, or storage hassles — Trace handles it.

  • myTrace™ offers real-time visibility and control.

Financial Planning

  • Fixed, monthly costs eliminate budget unpredictability.

  • Avoid tying up capital in unused or outdated equipment.

Referral Reliability

  • Timely discharges and smooth setups strengthen your referral pipeline.

Go Beyond Rentals with Vent360+

Developed with Encore Healthcare, Vent360+ is more than a rental program; it’s a full-service clinical support system that includes:

  • Protocol-driven engagement

  • Outcomes tracking to meet CMS requirements

  • Streamlined operations at a transparent monthly price

Especially helpful when staffing is tight and every task counts.

The Hidden Costs of Owning Equipment During Shortages

When workforce resources are limited, ownership can backfire:

  • Devices sit unused and degrade

  • Tracking lapses lead to loss

  • Repairs are delayed due to understaffing

  • Training gaps increase setup errors

Rentals shift responsibility to Trace, reducing administrative and clinical strain.

Agility Starts with a Smarter Strategy

Staffing challenges aren’t going away, but your strategy can adapt. Trace Medical offers the tools, support, and flexibility to help you stay:

  • Responsive to patient needs

  • Reliable for referral partners

  • Ready for anything tomorrow brings

Ready to learn more? Get in touch to build your rental strategy and protect your workforce.

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