AHA releases part 2 of 3-part workforce guide series

Editor's Note

The American Hospital Association (AHA) released part two of a three-part series of its workforce guide focused on strategies, resources, and case studies from hospitals and other health systems, Becker’s Hospital Review July 29 reports.

The report, released July 27, is intended to help hospitals and health system leaders maintain and advance the workforce using data to analyze and study trends. This section focused on data analytics and technology, including guidance to work through online forms that can assess employee attitudes and potential challenges that may be presented.  

“AHA has sounded the alarm repeatedly that our workforce is in crisis, and the national emergency demands immediate attention from healthcare leaders and policymakers at every level of government,” said Rick Pollard, AHA president and CEO. “As part of our ongoing efforts to support the field, we have developed this new guide with strategies and resources that can help hospital and health system leaders navigate these complex challenges.”  

The previous section provided advice and resources to address behavioral health and prevent workplace violence. The last and final section will include strategies and staffing models to retain and recruit a quality workforce and facilitate diversity and inclusion.