One way to increase engagement is by promoting wellbeing, which contributes to increased job satisfaction and talent acquisition as well as reduced risk of workforce burnout. As employers make more of an effort to better support their employees' needs through improved workforce flexibility, they're also working on building trust by enhancing manager effectiveness, preparing future leaders, and boosting internal communications.
Strategies for maximizing employee and organizational wellbeing are interconnected. So are their outcomes. When staff members feel valued and acknowledged, they're likely to be more loyal, productive, and resilient. By embracing HR technology, healthcare organizations can reduce their HR administrative costs while enhancing employee satisfaction and productivity. This, in turn, often translates to higher engagement levels and lower burnout rates.
Key highlights
Our research found that the top priorities for healthcare organizations include:
- Building a greater sense of community within the organization to help address the root causes of employee burnout
- Offering flexible options that support mental health to increase employee satisfaction and enhance organizational strength
- Creating more opportunities for professional development and advancement to strengthen employee engagement
- Providing staff members with solutions for reducing daily financial stressors, such as emergency funds and student loan repayment, to help improve the financial health of the workforce
As part of our Workforce Trends Report Series, Gallagher's Healthcare addendum highlights key findings and implications based on responses from 615 healthcare organizations that participated in our 2024 Benefits Strategy & Benchmarking Survey.
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