Search Tag: staff
2019 28 Mar
While the staffing crisis facing the NHS has been well-documented , the mechanics behind how Trusts secure skills, and how this contributes to the problem is rarely discussed. The fact is that NHS Trusts are frittering away millions of pounds each year through inefficient, disjointed staffing strategies, and small tweaks in terms of...Read more
2019 09 Jan
Much has been said about the positive characteristics of leadership . To be a good leader, for instance, you should be able to motivate your team towards a goal. The ability to mentor others and help them in their professional growth is also associated with effective leadership. It should be said that leadership entails a deep accountability, and...Read more
2018 22 Sep
People are the backbone of healthcare systems. With staff costs up to three-quarters of the total budget one wonders why healthcare leaders are not looking for different, unorthodox, innovative approaches. When did we notice the last time anything groundbreaking in human resources? Perhaps the potential of robotisation in healthcare to automate...Read more
2018 22 Sep
The Compassionate Care Initiative at the University of Virginia Compassionate care is essential to provide quality care and support a resilient workforce. The Compassionate Care Initiative offers programmes that support resilience for critical care providers and hospital leadership. “Compassion is central to being fully human” (Halifax...Read more