Debi Damas, RN February 17, 2012
Senior care organizations have always experienced a high rate of employee turnover, averaging 75 percent or higher. With an ongoing nursing shortage, in addition to other employee recruitment challenges, senior care providers need to do everything they can to ensure that once employees are hired, they feel positive about their position and can have an immediate impact on the quality of care provided. The solution is simple: Implement a positive, effective orientation process.