Healthcare

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Right on Schedule: Flexibility for Productivity February 08, 2008 From telecommuting to compressed workweeks, scheduling that gives employees freedom in choosing when they work has been shown to keep them happier and more productive. This kind of flexible scheduling can get more complicated in hospitals, where work happens around-the-clock and for longer shifts than a nine-to-five business day. Even so, the importance of freeing up the scheduling process remains significant.
Silence Kills, Dialogue Heals August 20, 2007 The reluctance of American workers to confront questionable workplace practices takes an extensive toll on results such as productivity, quality, job satisfaction, and especially safety. Here's how to use crucial conversation skills to address issues, solve problems, and save lives.