Category: human resources

What 7 hospital HR leaders told Becker’s about recruiting, retaining top talent

In 2022, hospital and health system human resources leaders have shared insights on workforce challenges, including retaining and recruiting employees.

70% of Americans say more workplace abusers held accountable after #MeToo

Most American adults believe the #MeToo movement has increased accountability surrounding sexual assault in the workplace, according to a survey from Pew Research Center released Sept. 29. 

Mayo nurses vote to keep union

Nursing staff Nurses at Mayo Clinic Health System in Lake City (Minn.) voted in favor of continuing with representation by the Minnesota Nurses Association, according to hospital and union statements.

UCSF physicians avert strike

Members of the Committee of Interns and Residents have reached a tentative agreement with UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland (Calif.), averting a looming strike.

Political volatility is rising in the workplace — and it may affect hiring, promotions

The 2020 election and COVID-19 have fostered high political tensions in the workplace, according to a Society of Human Resource Management study released Oct. 5. 

When layoffs hit, are remote workers more vulnerable?

Seventy-eight percent of employees worry remote workers will be first to go when organizations make cuts, according to a recent survey. Their fears may be warranted, according to a recent article from management consulting firm Korn Ferry. 

Ascension nurses in Kansas could unionize

Nurses at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis in Wichita, Kan., have filed a petition with the National Labor Relations Board for a union representation election.

Novant Health: Nurses should ask these 7 questions when interviewing

Amid today’s recruitment and retention challenges at health systems, Winston-Salem, N.C.-based Novant Health advises that nurses consider seven questions when interviewing to ensure they find the right cultural fit.

Contract campaign launched for 9,000 New York nurses

Members of the New York State Nurses Association are launching a campaign amid contract negotiations for about 9,000 NYC Health + Hospitals/Mayorals nurses in New York City, according to an Oct. 6 union news release.

Michigan hospital nurses vote to unionize

Nurses at UP Health System-Bell in Ishpeming, Mich., have voted to join the Michigan Nurses Association.