In this week’s episode of the MGMA Week in Review podcast, Senior Editor Daniel Williams and Co-host Colleen Luckett bring you the latest updates and insights from the healthcare industry. Here's what you can expect:

Highlights:

1. National Nurse Practitioner Week:
   • Celebrating the contributions of Nurse Practitioners (NPs), with inspiring stories of resilience and innovation, including NPs stepping up during emergencies in Wyoming, Alaska, and North Carolina.
2. Growth of the Physician Assistant Workforce:
   • A record number of newly certified PAs in 2023 reflects a growing and diversifying healthcare workforce, helping to address physician shortages.
3. Return to Pre-COVID Staffing Levels:
   • Clinical staffing levels are improving, yet rising patient demand continues to pressure healthcare teams. Advanced Practice Clinicians (APCs) are playing a significant role in bridging the gap.
4. Combating Toxic Productivity:
   • An article from the Harvard Business Review sheds light on the culture of overwork and its impact on well-being, urging leaders to prioritize quality over quantity in the workplace.
5. Employee Engagement in Healthcare:
   • Insights from the MGMA stat poll and the 2024 Leaders Conference session on enhancing employee engagement. Strategies include recognition programs, better benefits, and fostering purpose-driven work environments using models like PERMA and Ikigai.

Sources and Resources Mentioned:

• Clinical Advisor: National Nurse Practitioner Week: Celebrate the People in the Profession
• Medical Economics: The Number of Physician Assistants Continues to Grow
• Health Exec: Clinical Staffing Once Again at Pre-COVID Levels
• Harvard Business Review: Let’s End Toxic Productivity
• MGMA: Enhancing Employee Engagement to Optimize Retention

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