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Healthcare staffing: a guide to recruitment & retention

Healthcare staffing: a guide to recruitment & retention

In today’s challenging healthcare environment, recruiting and retaining skilled staff is more critical and complex than ever. Our Healthcare Staffing Playbook serves as a valuable resource for healthcare leaders seeking actionable strategies to build and sustain a motivated, engaged workforce. From effective recruitment tactics and competitive compensation models to mentorship programs and creating an inclusive workplace culture, this guide offers a holistic approach to strengthening your team. Download the playbook to empower your organization with proven tools and insights that enhance staff satisfaction, reduce turnover, and ultimately improve patient care.

Key highlights

  • Comprehensive recruitment and retention strategies: Learn how to attract qualified candidates using behavioral interviews, innovative incentives, and building robust talent pipelines through partnerships and scholarship programs.
  • Balanced financial and non-financial incentives: Explore creative compensation options such as attendance bonuses and earned wage access alongside wellness programs, flexible schedules, and meaningful employee recognition to foster loyalty.
  • Professional development and leadership growth: Implement effective onboarding, continuous training, and mentorship programs designed to cultivate future leaders and ensure staff feel supported in their career paths.
  • Intentional leadership engagement: Use structured rounding and visual communication tools to maintain ongoing dialogue, gather and share feedback, and demonstrate leadership commitment across all shifts and teams.
  • Cultivating an inclusive and supportive culture: Build a fair, trusted, and equitable work environment through proactive conflict resolution, generational leadership insights, team-building activities, and unit-based councils that empower frontline staff.

To read our full staffing playbook, download it here.

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