Category: Workforce

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hospitals and nursing homes are choosing not to stay up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations now that mandates are no longer in effect, especially in certain parts of the country, according to a CDC study published Nov 10.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. 

Distribution of recently certified PAs, by state

New York, California, Florida, Pennsylvania and Texas are among the states with the greatest number of newly certified physician assistants/associates, according to one new report.

How hospital workforces are transforming

Four key factors are driving changes in the healthcare workforce as the aging U.S. population continues to grow, requiring more care from fewer, younger workers, according to a November report published by the American Hospital Association.

Why UCHealth's new tech-centered role attracts former Best Buy employees

A new role at Aurora, Colo.-based UCHealth designed to allow registered nurses to work at the top of their scope of practice has attracted applicants from an unusual source — Best Buy.