Is Education the Key to Nurse Retention? With Lora Sparkman | S1: Retention - E.8

Rapid-Fire Healthcare Retention Strategies With Hassan M. Abdulhaqq | S1: Retention - E.10

Join Leigh as she sits down with Hassan M. Abdulhaqq, DBA, Vice President of Talent Acquisition, Development, and Engagement at AHRC and Stevie Award Winner.  Hassan discusses his “rapid-fire retention strategies,” how the simplest, most common sense practices are the most effective, and much more. Key Takeaways * [2:30] Hassan explains why taking a back-to-basics approach to retention is a place where every organization should start. * [5:15] Hassan outlines his signature “rapid fire retention strategies” and explains how these simple and common-sense practices are so effective. * [13:30] Leigh and Hassan discuss what organizations can do to attract the best talent — and keep them once they’re in the door. * [23:27] Hassan closes by explaining his experience of being the oldest of nine children has shaped his journey and how it informs his awareness as a retention expert. Additional Resources * Want to view the episode transcript? Access it here: https://www.relias.com/podcast/rapid-fire-healthcare-retention-strategies [https://www.relias.com/podcast/rapid-fire-healthcare-retention-strategies]

Nurse Retention Hinges on Leadership With Felicia Sadler | S1: Retention - E.9

Listen as Leigh chats with Felicia Sadler, a nurse for over 30 years and a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt in Healthcare, as they discuss the qualities of nurse leaders who successfully engage and retain their nurses. Felicia also explores why high emotional intelligence is a must for healthcare leaders and why autonomy and work-life balance are key to fighting turnover. Key Takeaways * [5:08] Felicia discusses the kinds of soft skills both nurses and their leaders need to possess to maintain open, effective lines of communication. * [9:20] Felicia explores the many facets of high emotional intelligence and interpersonal competence and why these traits are integral to effective leadership. * [16:00] Felicia and Leigh discuss the phenomenon of nurses commonly leaving their jobs because of their managers — and what leaders can do to prevent it. * [19:25] Felicia closes by reviewing what organizations learned from the pandemic, and why autonomy and work-life balance are so crucial in fighting turnover. Additional Resources * Want to view the episode transcript? Access it here: https://www.relias.com/podcast/nurse-retention-hinges-on-leadership [https://www.relias.com/podcast/nurse-retention-hinges-on-leadership]

Is Education the Key to Nurse Retention? With Lora Sparkman | S1: Retention - E.8

Lora Sparkman has been a nurse and healthcare authority for nearly 40 years. Listen as she explores the connections between nurse education, high competency, and retention and discusses a wide range of topics — from taking action on maternal mortality to incorporating blended learning modalities into nurse training. Key Takeaways * [2:44] Lora explains her work in maternal mortality and why the issue deserves immediate attention and action. * [6:53] Leigh and Lora discuss how exactly to influence lasting behavior at the bedside and what motivates people to improve. * [11:42] Lora explains blended learning modalities and how to incorporate them into training. * [23:09] Lora closes with an anecdote about her young daughter, who is a nurse, and how much the profession has changed — and what kinds of shifts are yet to come. Additional Resources * Want to view the episode transcript? Access it here: https://www.relias.com/podcast/is-education-key-to-nurse-retention [https://www.relias.com/podcast/is-education-key-to-nurse-retention]

Retaining Gen Z Employees With Vicki Ittel | S1: Retention - E.7

Vicki Ittel, PhD, MBA, sits down with Leigh to explore how healthcare leaders can better attract, engage, and retain Gen Z employees. Vicki also shares five "non-negotiables" that Gen Z employees look for in an organization and proven best practices that supervisors can enact now to support this group. Key Takeaways * [1:50] Vicki explains who Gen Z actually is and the particular circumstances that shape their experience in the workplace – and their everyday lives. * [4:30] Vicki reveals the five non-negotiables that Gen Z employees look for in an employer. * [9:28] Leigh and Vicki discuss explains what leaders and supervisors need to do to effectively lead this group. * [16:32] Vicki lays out best practices and exactly what organizations can do to enact meaningful change to best support Gen Z employees. Additional Resources * Want to view the episode transcript? Access it here: https://www.relias.com/podcast/retaining-gen-z-employees [https://www.relias.com/podcast/retaining-gen-z-employees]

Psychological Safety for Healthcare Professionals With Rola Aamar | S1: Retention - E.6

This week Leigh chats with Rola Aamar, PhD, experienced marriage and family therapist and Partner for Behavioral Health Solutions at Relias. They discuss why psychological safety is critical for healthcare organizations and why it should apply to everyone — not just a select few. Key Takeaways * [2:30] Rola discusses how staff can thrive and lead with purpose when they feel safe to do so. * [4:25] Leigh and Rola discuss the visibility and ubiquity of physical safety protocol and why psychological safety is just as important. * [7:45] Rola explores the fact that almost everyone has experienced something in their lives – regardless of its severity – and deserves compassion. Shifting focus from “supporting a handful of people” to supporting everyone brings real change. * [20:40] Rola explains why leadership must be genuinely invested in providing time and resources to supporting staff wellness. Additional Resources * Want to view the episode transcript? Access it here: https://www.relias.com/podcast/psychological-safety-for-healthcare-professionals [https://www.relias.com/podcast/psychological-safety-for-healthcare-professionals]