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As health systems struggle to balance cost containment with talent constraints and consistent patient care, organizations are turning to a smarter “inside-out” staffing strategy. Attend this free webinar on Sept. 23, to learn how trusted staffing partners combine their expertise with VMS technology to help healthcare systems reduce unnecessary spend while ensuring that the right provider is in the right place at the right time.
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In partnership with Lockton’s national group captive practice, ASHHRA is forming a Group Stop Loss Purchasing Arrangement. This structure allows participating employers to maintain individual policies with their own deductible, rates, and plan design; leverage group pricing power to reduce stop loss premiums; and access the expertise and carrier reach of Lockton. ASHHRA membership is not required. Due to the overwhelming response, the deadline to get early information has been extended to Friday, Sept. 19, by contacting ASHHRA Executive Director, Jeremy Sadlier: jsadlier@ashhra.org or 312-985-7062.

As the host city for ASHHRA26, Savannah, Georgia, invites you to experience more than a conference. It is a destination that inspires connection and has a charm that locals cherish. Register today and look forward to visiting a city full of history and vibrant culture.

Healthcare was one of the few upbeat spots in the most recent jobs report but the shine may be starting to wear off. Labor Department employment data released Friday noted that job gains in healthcare helped offset weakness in other parts of the economy. That said, even in healthcare, the gains aren’t what they once were.

Healthcare organizations continue to grapple with the growing crisis of clinician burnout, exacerbated by inefficient technology, administrative burdens and overwhelming workloads. While technology is often cited as a major contributor to the problem of burnout, it also holds immense potential to alleviate stress and support the well-being of providers. 

Leadership buy-in from CNEs, CNOs, and ED leaders is critical, and signifies that quality care begins at the front door of the ED. CNOs can build confidence and provide education to improve the ED nurse experience, says this nurse leader.

Healthcare Finance
The implications of a less inclusive physician workforce could worsen the projected nationwide shortage of more than 130,000 physicians by 2030, study finds.

The American Medical Association has released its 2025 Joy In Medicine list honoring health systems that are taking care of doctors. Dr. Bobby Mukkamala discusses burnout, physician wellness, and how hospitals can help.

In a new report from Medscape, physicians say a lack of qualified applicants is hampering efforts to fill open positions. Many worry the situation could get worse over the next decade.