Leaders seek workforce solutions for 2024

To account for high turnover and staff changes, health care leaders speaking at a HealthLeaders briefing on workforce issues said they need to be able to pivot quickly and can no longer rely on a five-year strategic plan. The leaders advocated for streamlined decision-making. In addition, they said leaders should participate in strategic workforce planning, invest in professional development and cultivate a supportive work environment to address workforce challenges proactively. CNOs should focus on work-life balance to reduce burnout and encourage the education and growth of their nursing workforce, the leaders said. (HealthLeaders Media article, 12/13/23)