63,000 open leadership positions in healthcare in 2020. One million nurses retiring between now and 2023 as the baby boomers hang up their stethoscopes. An estimated 15-18% turnover rate of hospital leaders annually.
Not only do we need to fill the gap with new leaders, we need to ensure the leaders that have stepped up are provided professional development and the opportunity to serve at the highest levels. By developing our leaders, we can have significant impact from bedside to boardroom. To achieve this vision, clinical leaders must master numerous competencies.
In this book, we’ll explore the 7 keys to mastering the business of healthcare. By focusing on these elements, leaders will be empowered to create boundaries for their time, enhance their presence and message, grow sustainable relationships at all levels of the organization, and master the metrics including quality and finance data. Masters of these elements will not only enhance their confidence; they will claim their seat at the table.