archived articles on retention strategies
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Training and Development Best Practice Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association
Planning for an aging workforce, a skilled labor shortage, and changing employee demographics, Blue Cross and Blue Shield began offering a variety of training and professional development opportunities to older workers in hopes of retaining them, making them better managers, and extending their engagement with the association beyond retirement.
February 18, 2009
By: AARP Outreach & Service | Source: AARP.org
Age Friendly Work Culture Best Practice George Mason University
To attract qualified job candidates and stanch turnover, George Mason University focused on creating an age-friendly work environment by introducing a variety of changes that appealed to workers of all ages, ranging from flexible work schedules to more part-time job opportunities. The university now uses its culture as a marketing tool, which has kept employee satisfaction high, turnover low, attracting people of all ages, experiences, and skills.
February 18, 2009
By: AARP Outreach & Service | Source: AARP.org
Employee Benefits Best Practice Ochsner Health System
In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, to stabilize its workforce and retain more of its experienced workers, Ochsner Health System helped managers develop and implement retention strategies, which included promoting Ochsner's extensive menu of benefits. Since then, the turnover rate has significantly dropped, and more experienced employees are staying on the job.
February 18, 2009
By: AARP Outreach & Service | Source: AARP.org
Workplace Accommodations Best Practice Rush-Copley Medical Facility
To prevent its top nursing talent from leaving, Rush-Copley Medical Center researched assistive devices and other alternatives that minimized many of the physical responsibilities of the job, such as lifting or moving patients. The facility implemented a variety of workplace changes that not only affected its turnover rate, but that also helped nurses better focus on what they were hired to do: deliver quality heath care.
February 18, 2009
By: AARP Outreach & Service | Source: AARP.org
Knowledge Transfer Best Practice:Morristown Memorial Hospital (Atlantic Health)
Best Practice:Morristown Memorial Hospital (Atlantic Health) and knowledge Tranfer
February 11, 2009
By: AARP Outreach & Service | Source: AARP.org
Flexible Work Arrangements Best Practice
Lee Memorial health System, is a Best Practice example for flexible work arrangements within their 9000 employee workforce.
February 2, 2009
By: AARP Outreach & Service | Source: AARP.org
Wellness Programs Keep WorkersÑand BusinessesÑHealthy
Employers are finding that wellness programs reduce health care costs and keep workers healthy.
November 30, 2007
Source: AARP.org
Flexible Work Arrangements Attract Older Workers
Work-life issues are increasingly more important to employees, especially with older workers.
August 10, 2007
Source: AARP.org
How Employers Can Support Working Caregivers
Employers are finding that eldercare benefits and other caregiver supports are powerful retention tools.
July 30, 2007
Source: AARP.org
Retaining Experienced Workers
In the face of increased competition for talent, smart employers recognize that retaining their mature, experienced workers is a winning strategy.
July 30, 2007
Source: AARP.org
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