- Per diem nurse staffing, which provides flexible, temporary nursing personnel to healthcare facilities, is becoming an essential component in modern healthcare workforce management due to its adaptability, cost-efficiency, and ability to address sudden staffing shortages in both hospitals and outpatient settings
- The growing demand for per diem nurse staffing is primarily driven by persistent nurse shortages, increased patient admissions, and the need for 24/7 care coverage without the long-term financial commitment of full-time hires
- North America dominated the per diem nurse staffing market with the largest revenue share of 41.8% in 2024, characterized by mature healthcare infrastructure, aging population, and the region's strong presence of leading staffing agencies, with the U.S. experiencing notable demand surges in acute care and post-acute settings
- Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest growing region in the per diem nurse staffing market during the forecast period due to expanding healthcare infrastructure and a rising demand for skilled medical personnel in urban areas
- Emergency Department segment dominated the per diem nurse staffing market with a market share of 40.3% in 2024, driven by its need for rapid, on-demand staffing to handle unpredictable patient influxes and critical care situations
