This technology is picking up speed with practitioners, payors; HR should partner with team leaders to get on board. Telehealth, or telemedicine, is getting more attention than ever, as senior care providers—especially those in rural areas—seek ways to improve care and outcomes with limited resources and staffing. There is a growing recognition of telehealth’s value, including by the government and other payors; and by 2022 between 340,000 and 590,000 physicians expect to be using telehealth. Yet healthcare organizations are still struggling with how to implement and use this technology. HR can play a key role in helping their organization’s efforts to adopt telehealth. Why the urgency? According to one survey, physician adoption of telehealth went up—from 5% to 22% between 2015 and 2018; and it continues to grow. Practitioners’ willingness to use … [Read more...] about Telehealth Moves on the Fast Track
Trends in the Industry
Don’t Wait for a Tragedy to Address Workplace Violence
Increasingly, employees want to know: What are you doing to keep us safe? In May of 2017, an armed man with a history of domestic violence approached a nursing home where his ex-girlfriend worked. In a short period of time, he took two men hostage and killed three people, then turned the gun on himself. Sadly, this isn’t an isolated incident. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), homicide is the fourth leading cause of workplace deaths. To keep employees safe, HR needs to develop holistic programs addressing mental as well as physical health, plus stress management and financial well-being. … [Read more...] about Don’t Wait for a Tragedy to Address Workplace Violence
Companies Are More Talk Than Action on Employee Rewards
Are workers surprised or disappointed by how you recognize them? There is lots of talk about employee recognition, but a recent survey suggests that employers could do a better job of walking the walk on worker rewards and appreciation efforts. According to research from the staffing firm OfficeTeam, only 43% of employers think their company is very effective at recognizing employees for good performance. Over one-tenth (14%) said they are not at all or not too effective at celebrating workers. This is a particularly relevant topic during this Administrative Professionals Week (April 21-27), with employees wondering what their company will do to recognize them. According to the survey, 43% of respondents said they plan to organize a celebration or lunch at work, 35% said … [Read more...] about Companies Are More Talk Than Action on Employee Rewards
Survey: Lead as a Social Enterprise, Reinvent Human Capital for Future Success
Employees want socially conscious companies. Are you ready? According to findings of the 2019 Global Human Capital Trends survey of nearly 10,000 CEOs and executives, future success means reinventing organizational approaches to human capital with a focus on employees’ continuous learning, accelerated development, and personal and professional growth. More than three-quarters (86%) of survey respondents said they believe they must reinvent their ability to learn, and 84% said they need to rethink their workforce experience to improve productivity. At the same time, 80% said they believe that they need to develop leaders differently. When asked to rate their most important measures of success in 2019, respondents almost unanimously said “impact on society, including income inequality, diversity, and the … [Read more...] about Survey: Lead as a Social Enterprise, Reinvent Human Capital for Future Success
What Is the Impact of Workplace Drug Testing?
Stats are alarming, but HR can help by following tips for testing. Positive workforce drug tests hit a 14-year high last year. According to Quest Diagnostics, a national diagnostic information service company, marijuana is the most commonly detected illicit substance across workforce categories (general U.S. workforce, federally mandated, safety-sensitive workforce, and combined U.S. workforce) and in all specimen types (urine, oral fluid, and hair). Positivity for post-accident urine testing went up more than 51% between 2017 and 2018 and increased nearly 81% between 2014 and 2018. This increase was likely driven by the addition of prescription opiates to the panel addressed in testing. … [Read more...] about What Is the Impact of Workplace Drug Testing?
How HR Can Take Charge in Fighting Workplace Sexual Harassment
When zero tolerance and full compliance go hand-in-hand, everyone can thrive on the job. How you address workplace sexual harassment can play a powerful role in how staff feel, work, and interact; but too many companies spend money and time on training that isn’t effective and develop programs that don’t have a lasting impact. Experts suggest a variety of ways to ensure the organization’s words, actions, and policies engage and resonate with employees for the long term. … [Read more...] about How HR Can Take Charge in Fighting Workplace Sexual Harassment
Suicide Rates Rising: Are Your Employees at Risk?
Beef up your mental health and employee assistance programs to keep workers safe. Your employees are under pressure--constant regulatory and policy changes to deal with, family issues, financial concerns, and more. You may think they are coping, but are they? Stress and pressure can push people who already have mental illness such as depression to the brink. You need to be able to recognize signs that someone may be hurting. According to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the suicide rate has jumped 33% between 1999 and 2017, and the rates were significantly higher last year, especially among men. Your older employees, as well as your residents, are not risk-free. Older adults (people over age 65) make up just 12% of the population, but they account for 18% of all suicide deaths. Employers can’t assume that their workers and safe and happy, and a … [Read more...] about Suicide Rates Rising: Are Your Employees at Risk?
G.I. Jobs: Hiring Vets Is a Winning Proposition
In a tight labor market, veterans can help solve your workforce woes. Many employers look to veterans as a pool of potential employees. Now they can be rewarded for their efforts. The U.S. Department of Labor is accepting applications for the 2019 HIRE vets Medallion Award Program, which recognizes employers for their investment in recruiting, employing, and retaining our nation’s veterans. The award signals your commitment to veteran hiring and retention, letting potential applicants and clients know that you’re a veteran-friendly business. View the award criteria and apply here. If you haven’t get looked to veterans as potential employees, it’s not too late; and the benefits are numerous. … [Read more...] about G.I. Jobs: Hiring Vets Is a Winning Proposition
How Optimistic Are Employers?
Looking ahead, business owners see some clouds, but staying positive can help weather the storm. According to a recent survey, business owners are less optimistic about the employment and economic outlook than they were last year. On a scale of 1-100, with 100 being the highest level of optimism, owners’ overall business outlook is six points lower in 2019. Respondents rated their optimism at 71 points in 2018 and 65 in 2019. Their confidence in the country’s economy is down three points from 65 to 62. … [Read more...] about How Optimistic Are Employers?
Study: Industry Disruptions, Human Capital Risk Top Concerns for Execs
Buckle up. Execs see a workforce roller coaster coming, and they’ll be looking to HR to help them stay on track. In a recent survey, executives from various industries indicated that they see substantial change, new technology, shortages of skilled workers. and other issues as contributing to a tumultuous future. In fact, 73% of respondents predicted significant industry disruption in the next three years, up from just 26% in 2018. Nonetheless, they see opportunities amidst the challenges; and 4 out of 5 executives believe their companies can lead the way through the ups and downs. … [Read more...] about Study: Industry Disruptions, Human Capital Risk Top Concerns for Execs