Nishan Sivathasan

Recent appearances

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  Building Resilience: How Emory Healthcare is Redefining Workforce Optimization

  February 03, 2026 · 📺 Elevate Care

  Summary In this episode of the Elevate Care podcast, host Nishan Sivathasan sits down with Paola Buitrago, Vice President of Workforce Optimization at Emory Healthcare, to explore the future of clinical workforce management. Emory Healthcare is taking a bold approach to retention and operations by placing culture and staff well-being at the center of their strategy. Paola discusses the shift from recruitment to retention, highlighting Emory’s “North Star” of culture and leadership development. She shares insights on co-creating solutions with frontline staff, implementing technology that br…

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  Roundtable Discussion: Rethinking Healthcare Staffing Models

  October 14, 2025 · 📺 Elevate Care

  In this episode of Elevate Care, hosts Kerry Perez, Nishan Sivathasan, and Liz Cunningham engage in a roundtable discussion about the evolving landscape of healthcare staffing models. They explore the relevance of traditional 13-week assignments, the demand for flexibility among clinicians, and the integration of virtual nursing and AI technologies. The conversation highlights the importance of adapting to workforce preferences and the potential for innovative care teams that leverage technology to enhance patient care and clinician satisfaction. Chapters 00:00 – Rethinking Staffing Models 0…

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  2025 Labor Trends in Healthcare

  August 06, 2025 · 📺 Elevate Care

  In this episode of Elevate Care, hosts Kerry Perez, Liz Cunningham, and Nishan Sivathasan tackle the ever-changing world of healthcare labor trends and workforce technology in a post-pandemic era. From the shifting cost narrative to the rise of flexible workforce models, they explore how healthcare systems are adapting to new challenges. The discussion dives into the game-changing role of technology in staffing solutions, the power of data-driven decisions, and why integrating workforce strategies is key to improving patient outcomes. If you’re navigating the complexities of healthcare staffin…

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  Optimizing Healthcare Capacity for the Future with Brian McKillop

  May 20, 2025 · 📺 Elevate Care

  In this episode of the Elevate Care Podcast, Nishan Sivathasan speaks with Brian McKillip, President of Locums at AMN Healthcare, about the future of healthcare workforce staffing and capacity optimization. They discuss the importance of strategic planning, data-driven decision-making, and the evolving landscape of healthcare staffing solutions. The conversation highlights the need for healthcare systems to adapt to changing demands and leverage data to improve operational efficiency and patient care. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Healthcare Innovation 02:04 Optimizing Capacity in Healthcar…

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  Making an Impact with Strategy & Marketing with Kerry Perez & Nishan Sivathasan | Ep. 15

  September 03, 2024 · 📺 Elevate Care

  In this episode of Elevate Care, co-host, Nishan Sivathasan, swaps roles with host, Kerry Perez. The duo discusses how the roles of strategy and marketing impacts the ever-evolving experience for clients and candidates in healthcare. Kerry shares her background and experience in various roles within the company, including strategy, marketing, and recruitment. She discusses the importance of understanding customer needs and how marketing and strategy work together to drive business growth. They also highlight the evolving trends in the candidate and client experience, such as flexibility and di…

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  Adaptability in Healthcare Systems - Nishan Sivathasan | Full Episode | Ep. 07

  April 09, 2024 · 📺 Elevate Care

  Welcome to Season 2 of Elevate Care, where Kerry Perez takes the helm as our new host! In this episode, Kerry interviews Nishan Sivathasan, the Division President, of Technology and Workforce Solutions at AMN Healthcare and co-host of our show. Together, they explore a range of topics, from industry change predictions to the integration of technology in healthcare. Delving into the patient-centric approach and the noble pursuit of healthcare excellence, they emphasize the importance of being adaptable in healthcare systems, as it is vital in staying ahead of the curve in a rapidly evolving ind…

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