MGMA Week in Review: Celebrating Nurse Practitioners, Workforce Diversity, and Employee Engagement
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Show Notes
In this week’s episode of the MGMA Week in Review podcast, Senior Editor Daniel Williams and Co-host Colleen Luckett bring you the latest updates and insights from the healthcare industry. Here's what you can expect:
Highlights:
- National Nurse Practitioner Week:
- Celebrating the contributions of Nurse Practitioners (NPs), with inspiring stories of resilience and innovation, including NPs stepping up during emergencies in Wyoming, Alaska, and North Carolina.
- Growth of the Physician Assistant Workforce:
- A record number of newly certified PAs in 2023 reflects a growing and diversifying healthcare workforce, helping to address physician shortages.
- Return to Pre-COVID Staffing Levels:
- Clinical staffing levels are improving, yet rising patient demand continues to pressure healthcare teams. Advanced Practice Clinicians (APCs) are playing a significant role in bridging the gap.
- Combating Toxic Productivity:
- An article from the Harvard Business Review sheds light on the culture of overwork and its impact on well-being, urging leaders to prioritize quality over quantity in the workplace.
- Employee Engagement in Healthcare:
- Insights from the MGMA stat poll and the 2024 Leaders Conference session on enhancing employee engagement. Strategies include recognition programs, better benefits, and fostering purpose-driven work environments using models like PERMA and Ikigai.
Sources and Resources Mentioned:
- Clinical Advisor: National Nurse Practitioner Week: Celebrate the People in the Profession
- Medical Economics: The Number of Physician Assistants Continues to Grow
- Health Exec: Clinical Staffing Once Again at Pre-COVID Levels
- Harvard Business Review: Let’s End Toxic Productivity
- MGMA: Enhancing Employee Engagement to Optimize Retention
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