Best Practices Framework
Programmatic and Organizational Best Practices
There is no one-size-fits-all model for healthcare organizations to invest in their frontline workers. The most successful organizations apply a mix of programmatic and organizational practices. This resource center explores these practices, with descriptions, ways to get started, how to ensure success, specific examples, and tools and resources to learn more.
Programmatic Best PracticesThese practices engage frontline workers directly with accessible learning and career growth opportunities that expand the internal and external talent pipeline. Inclusive Hiring Practices Accessible Learning Career Advancement |
Organizational Best PracticesThese practices build the necessary systems and support to ensure sustainability, business impact, and the best results for workers. Engaging Leadership Developing Infrastructure Leveraging Resources |
Integrating these practices with strategic areas of business impact make the business case and lead to full integration of frontline worker investments within an organization.
Best Practices for Investing in Frontline Workers
Managers as Coaches
ORGANIZATIONAL | In healthcare, high turnover among frontline staff challenges the ability to deliver high quality care.
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PROGRAMMATIC | Healthcare provides one of the greatest opportunities for jobs in today’s economy. However, many people do not know about the array of healthcare jobs that exist and struggle to see how an entry level job can grow into a career.
Read MoreSupportive HR Policies
ORGANIZATIONAL | To truly develop the frontline workforce, you need more than programs or initiatives designed for them.
Read MoreCompetency-Based Instruction
PROGRAMMATIC | Competency-based instruction focuses on the knowledge, skill, and attitude needed to succeed in at a task or job rather than classroom hours.
Read MoreSenior Leadership Support and Sponsorship
ORGANIZATIONAL | Senior leaders, including chief department officers, vice presidents, and facility administrators serve a critical role in garnering support for frontline workforce development.
Read MoreCreate an Incumbent Worker Pipeline
PROGRAMMATIC | Employers sometimes overlook a prime talent pool to fill high demand positions — their current workforce.
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