Category: Workforce

Healthcare's most dangerous workplaces

In 2023, private industry employers reported 2.6 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses, down 8.4% from 2022, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported Nov. 8.

U of Lynchburg launches healthcare leadership doctorate program: 4 notes

The University of Lynchburg (Va.) has created a new online doctorate program for executive leadership in healthcare.

U of South Dakota's $1.1M telehealth training grant: 4 notes

A $1.1 million federal grant will fund training for healthcare workers in South Dakota to deliver telehealth services.

Parkland Health's plan to take employee wellness beyond a 'buzzword'

As a safety-net health system, Dallas-based Parkland Health provides care to community members who are typically underserved and at high risk.

Inside Northwell's employee health game plan

When it comes to improving employee well-being, New Hyde Park, N.Y.-based Northwell Health has taken a multi-pronged approach, offering services including team member health services, stress management resources and support for healthy eating goals.

Paid sick leave on the ballot in 3 states: 7 things to know

Alaska, Missouri and Nebraska voters will decide whether workers in those states should earn paid sick leave.

The state of healthcare employment: 7 things to know

Employment grew in many areas of healthcare in October, according to the latest jobs report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, published Nov. 1. 

Where employer well-being efforts fall short: 4 new findings

A new survey from global advisory and broking firm WTW identified a gap in the focus of employers’ well-being offerings and where employees say they need the most support. 

The state of the nursing workforce: 4 national survey findings

Brentwood, Tenn.-based Jarrard, a communications consulting firm and division of Chartis, has released its third annual national nurse survey, providing strategic insights into the nursing workforce.

HHS launches Health Workforce Initiative: 5 things to know

HHS has launched its Health Workforce Initiative, aimed at strengthening healthcare workforce recruitment and career advancement.