Staff Development

Hospitals and health systems can groom future leaders using methods such as analytics, performance evaluations, and formal development programs.

One health system found that artificial intelligence (AI) can provide an effective means to ensure the right nurses are hired for the right roles, which helps it meet strategic goals on quality, satisfaction, and costs.

Clyde Hewitt presents areas of concern when determining appropriate staffing for information security.

I am looking for a sample policy on current defined contribution plans based on ERISA and Department of Labor requirements.

Workplace initiatives to enhance workforce diversity and inclusiveness give companies a competitive advantage, says D&I expert Kim Drumgo.

Losing high-performing employees can hamper an organization in many ways. Clear communication and proactive goal-setting can improve job satisfaction for those employees and make it more likely that they will stay.

Giving physician leaders better tools to conduct annual performance reviews has helped one Canadian hospital provide more meaningful feedback to physicians and improved engagement. More engaged physicians have helped the organization raise its patient satisfaction scores.

Effective leadership requires good communications skills as well as a strong vision.

Although clinical leaders often make for effective C-suite members, industry experts say healthcare organizations should prioritize leadership qualities over a specific type of background.

Tying employee compensation directly to performance, rather than experience, can encourage better job performance.