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Rapid cover for urgent shifts

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Rapid cover for urgent shifts

When staff cancel last minute, ShiftNest helps facilities request and confirm cover instantly through their own trusted network of agencies.

Used by facilities across the UK to manage their agency relationships and secure reliable cover within minutes.

The challenge

  • Last minute cancellations create urgent staffing gaps.

  • Calling around for cover wastes critical time.

  • It is difficult to coordinate with multiple agencies at once.

How ShiftNest helps

  • Facilities can add and manage their own trusted agency network in ShiftNest.

  • Urgent shift requests notify all relevant agencies instantly.

  • Real-time confirmations show responses so you can secure cover quickly.

Everything you need for automated shift assignment

Intelligent features designed to eliminate manual coordination and prevent scheduling conflicts.

Agency network management

Add and manage your preferred agencies in the platform.

Instant shift requests

Send urgent cover requests to all connected agencies at once.

Live confirmations

Track responses and cover status in real time.

Faster coordination

Replace cancelled shifts in minutes without endless calls.

How it works

Simple 4-step automated process from shift posting to confirmation

1

Approve agencies

Link agencies you trust to each facility.

2

Share shifts securely

Only linked agencies can view and respond.

3

Review performance

Use history to refine your approved network.

4

Revoke as needed

Remove access instantly if circumstances change.

Admin time saved

60hrs5hrs

Shift fill time

7hrs1hr

Missed shift rate

5%0.5%

Simple, transparent pricing

Flat 2% of approved shift value

£0 if cancelled before worker confirmation

No monthly minimums or seat fees

View pricing details

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