retirement , clinicians require continuous yet unique training opportunities , yet it can be difficult to provide a proper level of support with limited resources .
Of course , this is difficult in most healthcare environments in the U . S ., where resources are stretched and the average manager has 40 or more direct reports . One of the key areas to focus on will be empowering staff with tools and resources that allow them to provide the best care possible , set their own learning path , and stay compliant . In fact , most clinicians desire autonomy – in a survey of over 25.6 million courses completed on the HealthStream platform , almost half were self-enrolled , and 65 % of new graduate nurses indicated they would be interested in using a digital mentor system that facilitates learning recommendations .
• Innovative learning approaches
The workforce is changing – it is becoming more diverse and more generations are active in the healthcare space than ever before . When it comes to innovative learning , employers who consider the needs of the multi-generational workforce will fare better than those who don ’ t . Building a culture of safety and self-efficacy in this complex environment will require giving employees more autonomy to build their individualized learning paths , more engagement touch points , and more technology to accommodate these needs .
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