Client's Testimonial

"Our old platform was a liability. Developers.dev didn't just give it a facelift; they re-engineered it from the ground up into a fast, reliable, and HIPAA-compliant system that our nurses actually love to use. The 2-week trial gave us the confidence we needed, and they delivered beyond our expectations. Our application submission rate via mobile has tripled."

Mark Goldstein, COO, NurseNow

Client Overview

NurseNow is a well-established staffing agency that connects hospitals and clinics with traveling nurses across the USA. Their original job portal was built over a decade ago on a monolithic PHP framework. It was slow, not mobile-friendly, and lacked the features (like digital credentialing and automated scheduling) needed to compete with modern, venture-backed competitors. The platform's instability was beginning to damage their brand reputation and cause them to lose both nurses and hospital clients.

Problem

NurseNow's outdated technology was actively hindering their growth. The lack of a functional mobile experience was a major issue, as nurses are constantly on the go. The manual process for verifying licenses and credentials was slow and error-prone, delaying placements. The platform was becoming a bottleneck, preventing them from capitalizing on the high demand for healthcare professionals.

Key Challenges

Outdated Technology

The legacy PHP codebase was difficult to maintain and impossible to scale.

HIPAA Compliance

Handling sensitive health and personal data required a deep understanding of healthcare compliance regulations.

Poor Mobile Experience

Over 70% of their users were trying to access the site from mobile devices, leading to extreme frustration.

Data Migration Risk

Migrating tens of thousands of user profiles, job histories, and credentials from the old system without data loss was a major concern.

Our Solution

Developers.dev proposed a comprehensive platform modernization project, focusing on creating a mobile-first experience and automating key workflows. We deployed our "PHP / Laravel Revamp Pod" and a dedicated "Native iOS Excellence Pod" and "Native Android Kotlin Pod".

📱 Mobile-First Native Apps

We developed new, native iOS and Android applications that became the primary interface for nurses. The apps included features like one-tap applications, real-time shift notifications, and digital timesheet submission.

🖥️ Modern Web Platform (for Hospitals)

The backend was re-architected using a modern framework (Laravel), with a new, responsive web portal for hospital administrators to post jobs, manage candidates, and approve timesheets.

⚙️ Automated Credentialing Engine

We built a new module that integrated with third-party verification APIs to automate the process of checking licenses and certifications, reducing the verification time from days to minutes.

🔒 Secure, HIPAA-Compliant Cloud Hosting

The entire platform was migrated to a secure, HIPAA-compliant AWS environment, with robust access controls, encryption, and audit logs.

Implementation and Execution

Phased Migration Strategy

We developed a meticulous data migration plan, running scripts in a staging environment for weeks to ensure a flawless transition with zero data loss.

API-First Approach

We built the new backend with a comprehensive set of APIs, ensuring the web platform and native mobile apps worked from the same source of truth.

Usability Testing with Nurses

We worked directly with a focus group of nurses to test the mobile app prototypes, ensuring the final design was intuitive and met their specific needs.

Compliance and Security Audit

Before launch, we conducted a thorough third-party security audit and penetration test to validate HIPAA compliance.

Seamless Go-Live

We executed the final cutover during a low-traffic weekend window, with teams on standby to ensure a smooth transition for all users.

Ongoing Support

We moved into a "Maintenance & DevOps" POD engagement post-launch to manage the cloud infrastructure and roll out continuous improvements.

Positive Outcome

📈 300% Increase in Mobile Applications

The new native apps were a huge success, becoming the primary channel for job applications.

⏱️ 70% Faster Placements

The automated credentialing and streamlined workflows significantly reduced the time it took to place a nurse in a role.

😊 Improved User Satisfaction

Positive reviews for the app poured in, and the Net Promoter Score (NPS) for the platform increased by 45 points.

⭐ Enhanced Brand Image

The modern, professional platform helped NurseNow win larger, multi-state hospital system contracts.

Why Choose Us

🚀 Modernization Specialists

We have dedicated PODs and proven processes for revitalizing legacy applications.

🏥 Healthcare Domain Expertise

We understand the unique compliance and workflow needs of the healthcare industry.

📱 Mobile-First Excellence

Our native mobile development teams are experts in creating high-performance apps.

✅ Risk-Free Migration

Our meticulous planning ensured a safe and successful data migration.

🔒 Certified Security & Compliance

Our expertise in HIPAA and secure cloud hosting was paramount.

🔍 Transparent Process

NurseNow had full visibility into our progress through every sprint.

🤝 Paid Trial

The 2-week trial allowed them to vet our technical capabilities upfront.

🌱 Long-Term Partner

Our relationship evolved from a project to an ongoing support and innovation partnership.

✨ Focus on User Experience

We put the end-users-the nurses-at the center of the design process.

Conclusion

This project proves that platform modernization is not just an IT expense but a strategic investment in growth. By partnering with Developers.dev, NurseNow transformed its technological liability into its greatest asset, securing its position as a leader in the competitive healthcare staffing market.

Revitalizing a Legacy Healthcare Job Board into a Modern, Compliant, and Mobile-First Staffing Platform

Industry Healthcare, Staffing, Medical Recruitment