Explore innovative strategies for optimizing emergency department staffing in this 26-minute conference talk. Learn about nurse extender programs, geographic care teams, and zoning approaches to improve efficiency. Examine traditional staffing assumptions and models, then discover how to implement an extender model for better resource allocation. Analyze the financial implications of these changes, including nursing salaries and potential cost savings. Evaluate whether an extender program is suitable for your organization and gain insights to enhance ED operations and patient care delivery.