Monthly Archives: November 2011

Especially during the holiday season when we are all stretched by personal and professional commitments, it is important to remember to be flexible!

We are all being asked to do more with less…and still achieve targeted results. When it seems like everyone is stretched way too thin (including our staff and patients/families we serve), increasing workforce flexibility is important. Leading organizations think creatively to accomplish their care delivery goals.  Consider extending work hours beyond the traditional 8am to 5pm work day and instituting afternoon and evening shifts which optimize coverage when patients and referral sources want it. Extend the work week by including weekend days in a “normal” work week and check whether your task assignments are overly RN-centric – ask what tasks your RNs are doing that could be performed equally well by other team members.

Learn more how to work smarter and increasing your flexibility by reading TCG QuickTips© for Success.

Heidi O’Connor
VP of Consulting Services