Category: Workforce

How Novant balances employee investment, financial stability

Delivering a remarkable patient experience at Novant Health starts with its people, Chief People and Belonging Officer Seb Girard told Becker’s.

Why U of Rochester Medical Center looks at well-being as a 'team sport'

The office of well-being at The University of Rochester (N.Y.) Medical Center recently launched an innovative fellowship program that includes both employees and faculty.

7 states tackling workplace violence prevention in 2025

Workplace violence prevention remains a key issue across industries, particularly in healthcare. Becker’s has reported at least five hospital shootings in 2025.

HCA debuts Kansas' 1st nurse apprenticeship

HCA Midwest Health launched a prelicensure nurse apprenticeship program March 13, the first in Kansas and the Kansas City, Kan., region.

25K hospital units show post-pandemic safety gains: 5 notes

A March 12 report from the American Hospital Association and Press Ganey highlights the connection between the healthcare workforce’s well-being and patient safety.

Why Wellstar is investing in 1-on-1 coaching beyond the C-suite

Marietta, Ga.-based Wellstar Health System has broadened its leadership development initiatives with a one-on-one leadership coaching program designed to support leaders at all levels — not just the C-suite.

Christus partners with Texas A&M on rural health initiative

Christus Mother Frances Hospital-Jacksonville (Texas) is collaborating with Texas A&M University College of Medicine in Bryan on a rural health program.

UVM Health expands child care for employees

Burlington-based University of Vermont Health Network is opening an early learning center to help provide child care resources and access for its existing employees in June.

The 'vital role' CHROs play in supporting industry leadership

As the healthcare workforce continues to face ongoing challenges, Somerville, Mass.-based Mass General Brigham chief human resources officer Mary Ellen Schopp cited the critical need for strong leadership to navigate the constantly evolving industry.

Healthcare's job gains in February: 4 things to know

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that healthcare added 52,000 jobs in February, consistent with the average monthly gain of 54,000 over the previous 12 months, according to the latest jobs report, published March 7.