Rural communities continue to face growing health needs, but health organizations are often operating with limited staff, limited resources, and limited capacity. Collaboration between public health and healthcare organizations isn’t just beneficial in rural communities—it is often essential. These partnerships may be one of the most effective ways to strengthen local health systems and improve…
This webinar presents findings from two new studies examining the maternal health workforce in the United States. The first explores the career pathways, employment experiences, and sociodemographic characteristics of certified nurse midwives (CNMs) compared to other advanced practice registered nurses. The second introduces a Maternal and Child Health Workforce Supportive Policy Index, measuring state-level policy…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology is rapidly changing the way Human Resources (HR) professionals perform their jobs. Changes to HR technology in talent acquisition (or recruitment) processes are being implemented across myriad industries. These processes may include the building of job descriptions, candidate sourcing, job application, resume scanning and ranking, and interview planning and scheduling. This…
This webinar introduces the AWARD Network Data Compendium, a research-ready, harmonized dataset of state policies and programs affecting the direct care workforce. Presenters provided an overview of the dataset and demonstrate its use through a study linking the dataset with 2020 NPALS data to examine the relationship between state staffing regulations, minimum wage policies, and…
Although recognition of the importance of rurality in public health has grown, national understanding of the rural local public health workforce remains limited due to gaps in data and analysis. Research has also been complicated by longstanding challenges in defining “rural,” particularly in public health where jurisdictional boundaries vary widely. However, workforce data are becoming…
A scoping review was conducted to assess the evidence base for dental therapy in the United States and identify gaps in knowledge regarding its implementation, safety, quality, economic impact, and contribution to access to care. In this webinar, Beth Mertz, leader of the review team, presents key findings from the research. Co-sponsored by Schuyler Center…
The National Sample Survey of Registered Nurses (NSSRN) is the longest-running survey and primary source of data on the nursing workforce in the US. In this webinar, representatives from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) provided an overview of the NSSRN, including its history, purpose, and key findings from the most recent survey. HWTAC…
This webinar explores career transitions across the professional life course, with a particular focus on navigating the move from a PhD program to a first postdoctoral or professional role, as well as later-stage transitions across sectors. Speakers shared practical insights on shifting between government service, consulting or contracting roles, academia, and nonprofit organizations, highlighting how…
This webinar presents results from a national study examining turnover among rehabilitation therapy staff—physical therapists, occupational therapists and assistants, and speech-language pathologists—working in skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) from July 2020 to September 2023. Using CMS administrative data, we describe therapy staff turnover trends, identify facility characteristics linked to higher turnover, and assess how turnover affects…
This webinar, Innovative State Workforce Projections Models, will highlight how states have used workforce projection models to understand and forecast healthcare workforce needs. Presenters will demonstrate how these tools integrate state-level data to assess supply, demand, and emerging gaps across key healthcare occupations. Using examples from Virginia and North Carolina, the session will illustrate how these…
