Culture Change RX

Connecting People to Places: Inside Rural Recruitment (Stephanie Senger)

Sue Tetzlaff / Stephanie Senger Season 2 Episode 92

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In this episode of Culture Change RX, Sue Tetzlaff interviews Stephanie Senger, founder of Rural Staffing Services, who shares her journey in healthcare recruitment for rural hospitals. The conversation explores the importance of building relationships with clients and candidates, innovative staffing solutions, and the significance of community support in rural healthcare. Stephanie discusses the Good Neighbor Project, mental health awareness in recruitment, and her aspirations for future community engagement. The episode emphasizes the need for personalized recruitment processes and the challenges faced in rural staffing.


  • Building relationships with clients and candidates is crucial for successful placements.
  • The Good Neighbor Pledge aims to support healthcare professionals in rural areas.
  • Candidates often relocate for positions, making the recruitment process emotionally charged.
  • Rural Staffing Services aims to centralize recruitment efforts for rural hospitals.
  • The future of rural staffing includes more collaborative initiatives and support systems.


Connect with Stephanie Senger

steph@ruralstaffingservices.com

509-508-3597

Rural Staffing Services


Episode mentions - Noah Kahan: Busyhead Project 


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