The practice problem for this DNP project was the lack of confidence of eight nurse managers at the project site in implementing alternative staffing models to meet increased inpatient care demands during times of patient surges. The purpose of this DNP project was to provide an education module to nurse managers at the project site to enhance their self-confidence levels for alternative staffing during cases of patient surges. Framed by Knowle's adult learning theory, the practice-focused question for this project addressed whether an educational program on two alternative staffing models increased acute care nurse managers' self-reported knowledge and confidence levels in implementing alternative staffing models for future patient census surges. The creation of the education module followed the analyze, design, develop, implement, and evaluate (ADDIE) model, which was in line with the project objectives. Eight nurse managers participated in training. Nurse managers' confidence levels were measured pre- and post-education surveys. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics (frequencies and percentages). The project's findings indicate that the evidence-based educational program was successful in enhancing the knowledge and confidence of acute care nurse managers when it comes to implementing team-based and acuity-based staffing models during patient census surges. This project improved nurse managers' confidence in implementing alternate staffing models to affect a positive social change by making sure patients receive safe care during times of inpatient census surges. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://bibliotheek.ehb.be:2222/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]