HR Industry Brief

The rise of patient-centered care models is spawning new emphasis on customer relationship management and consumer liaisons.  Many healthcare companies—from providers to medical device manufacturers—are adding a new job title to the fold: The Chief Patient Officer. Read the Full Article. … [Read more...] about (11/16) Health Organizations Look to Chief Patient Officers for Holistic Approach to Patient Care – Home Health Care News

In many workplaces, 70 is the new 50, and women aren’t viewing retirement as a dismal end-chapter to life anymore. TD Ameritrade’s “Women & Aging Survey” shows older female employees are increasingly interested in planning and saving for a longer life—and the ability to enjoy their retirement years to the fullest. Read the Full Article. … [Read more...] about (11/15) Most Women Now See Retirement as the ‘Most Liberating Phase’ of Their Lives – USA Today

The skills gap is hitting all industries, but perhaps none more than long-term and post-acute care. HR teams can take a tip from manufacturing and implement recruitment programs that engage future candidates while they’re still in school–or even earlier. Read the Full Article. … [Read more...] about (11/14) Skills Gap Fallout Lands with HR – SHRM

While an applicant’s resume is often filled with accomplishments and successes, Traci Wilk says she’d rather hear about the candidate’s most challenging job experiences. Asking questions that prompt conversations about problem-solving and self-awareness in challenging situations will show a candidate’s “growth mindset”—including flexibility and determination. Read the Full Article. … [Read more...] about (11/13) Starbucks’ Former HR Exec: Job Candidate’s Answer to a Simple Interview Question Predicts Success Better Than Their Entire Resume – Business Insider

You can’t say yes to everything, and even the most organized HR professionals can be overwhelmed by the workload and the “always on” status. Make the most out of the time in your day by prioritizing the day’s tasks, being strategic about automating the little tasks and empowering employees to use other available resources for simpler issues. Read the Full Article … [Read more...] about (11/12) 3 Ways to Regain Control of Your Day – TLNT.com

Hoping to attract younger generations of workers, HR teams are using storytelling to show the company’s personality and create a more welcoming experience for candidates. Using stories to convey the brand also reduces the administrative and corporate aspects of the candidate’s experience and centers on the mutually beneficial relationship between employer and employee. Read the Full Article. … [Read more...] about (11/9) 3 Killer Ways HR Uses Storytelling To Attract More Candidates – Forbes

Three more states—Michigan, Missouri and Utah—legalized marijuana on Election Day for those 21 and older. Missouri and Utah now allow medical marijuana, while Michigan voted to legalize recreational marijuana as well. HR teams in these states should amend their employee drug policy documentation to reflect the changes and should take the opportunity to review drug testing procedures. Read the Full Article … [Read more...] about (11/8) Election Results: Marijuana Legal in More of the U.S. – SHRM

As Democrats take control of the House, most expect a greater emphasis on workplace issues in the next Congress. Some of the changes might include new views on paid leave, job-protected sick time, overtime policies and white-collar salary threshold exemptions. Read the Full Article. … [Read more...] about (11/7) Workplace May Be New Battleground for 2019-20 Congress – HR Today

Generation Z—those born between 1995 and 2012—presents challenges and opportunities for recruiters. This independent demographic craves purpose-driven work and a work environment that listens to their ideas. Employers also may find heightened expectations for flexible work hours, shadow-mentoring and nontraditional benefits. Read the Full Article … [Read more...] about (11/6) Beyond Millennials: Senior Living Must Now Win Over Generation Z Workers – Senior Housing News

Are you sure your employees are still into that company-sponsored holiday bash? Many employees actually favor a community-related project, a fun day out or even a mystery dinner instead of the traditional holiday party. And considering the awareness raised by the #MeToo movement, more companies are definitely skipping the alcohol. Read the Full Article … [Read more...] about (11/5) How About Ditching the Annual Holiday Party? – SHRM