Workforce

More companies are moving to tear the "paper ceiling" by removing degree requirements from job postings that could be done without them. But there's been more talk than progress, according to a recent Harvard Business School report. 

Among all U.S. states, Tennessee has the highest number of jobs for nurse practitioners per 1,000 jobs in the state, according to the most recent data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. 

The gig economy is gaining momentum, and more than one-third of clinicians are taking advantage.

Legislation introduced in Oregon aims to address violence against hospital workers, according to The Lund Report.

Amid worsening reports of violence and burnout, more than 8 in 10 clinicians agree that their state should have laws governing staff-to-patient ratios, according to a recent survey. 

In January, healthcare employment climbed by 70,300, above the 12-month average of 58,700.

When it comes to hiring and the healthcare workforce, there are various factors and narratives to consider. It is clear that workforce challenges remain top of mind for industry leaders. At the same time, research points to significant healthcare employment growth and hints that the Great…

State University of New York Upstate Medical University has tapped two "workplace violence coordinators" amid an increase in violence against healthcare workers. 

As of Feb. 16, the New York State Department of Health has cited 15 hospitals for violations of the state's clinical staffing law.

Financial headwinds continue to blow through the healthcare industry, forcing hospitals and health systems to cut costs — and in some cases, jobs.