As long ER wait times loom across the U.S., Kentucky is facing an “acute shortage” of healthcare workers, a Kentucky Hospital Association report shows.
Category: Workforce
Companies bet on the “envy office” to lure young workers back
Some companies are working to make their spaces more instagrammable in a bid to attract younger workers back to the office — one that pairs the comfort of a living room with the stylish and glamorous appeal of a vacation, according to The New York Time…
10 healthcare jobs for retirees
There are a number of job opportunities in healthcare for those who have retired but want to work, according to an article posted Nov. 27 by GOBankingRates.
US employees unhappier than during height of pandemic
Recent survey findings suggest dissatisfaction among U.S. workers is climbing and has surpassed levels reported in 2020.
Providence's 'secret sauce' for accountability in the hybrid era
Online modules can save leaders time and energy when conveying new information, but some conversations — especially those around expectation-setting — are more effective offline, Keegan Fisher, division chief human resources officer for Providence’s No…
Quiet quitting? Front-line workers say they're going the extra mile
Despite allegations of quiet quitting, front-line workers are going above and beyond at work, according to a recent poll of the population.
Catholic health system removes all crucifixes
Hospital Sisters Health System, a Catholic organization based in Springfield, Ill., is removing all wooden and metal crucifixes from its hospitals’ emergency departments and patient rooms.
How gig work fits into Intermountain's 'inside up' staffing strategy
Amid today’s talent market, hospitals and health system leaders are rethinking how they train and upskill workers. This is especially crucial as they need to fill staffing gaps and ensure their operational needs are met to address industry challenges.
Healthcare workers opt out of COVID-19 shots: CDC
Many healthcare workers at hospitals and nursing homes are choosing not to stay up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations now that mandates are no longer in effect, especially in certain parts of the country, according to a CDC study published Nov 10.
The pay raise that would satisfy employees
How big of a raise do people think they need to be happy? Nearly a 50% bump, according to a Wall Street Journal report based on recent survey findings.
