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Workforce Management Conference

Hybrid Format

This conference will be offered in a hybrid format meaning you can attend in-person or virtually. Please use the registration buttons above or below to register for your preferred session.

Note: Registering for this hybrid event grants you live access only.

Program Description

This education program explores strategies to address workforce challenges, including staff recruitment, retention, and engagement. Additionally, the program will cover the best practices for leadership, communication, and compliance with staffing regulations. Attendees will leave with actionable tools to build a resilient and motivated workforce capable of meeting the evolving demands of the LTC industry.

In-Person Location

Iowa Health Care Association
1775 90^th St.
West Des Moines, IA

Schedule

January 22, 2024
8:30 a.m.     Registration/Check-In
9:00 a.m.     Human Resources Essentials: Navigating Workforce Challenges and Best Practices
10:15 a.m.    People Quit People, Not Companies
11:15 a.m.     How to Handle Hiring Objections to Recruit the Best Talent
12:15 p.m.    Lunch (provided for in-person attendees)
12:45 p.m.   Energizing Employee Engagement
2:00 p.m.     Prioritizing Company Culture
3:00 p.m.     Adjourn

Session Descriptions

Human Resources Essentials: Navigating Workforce Challenges and Best Practices
Speaker: Jo Ellen Whitney
This comprehensive session delves into critical topics that impact workplace management and compliance. Attendees will explore wage, hour, and bonus issues, including strategies for retention bonuses and crafting effective agreements. The session also addresses the intersection of mental health and disciplinary practices, offering insights into balancing employee well-being with performance expectations. Key regulatory updates will include ADA/ADAAA requirements, the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and the new Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA). Participants will gain practical guidance for navigating these complex HR challenges to ensure compliance and foster a supportive workplace environment.

People Quit People, Not Companies
Speaker: Chris Sund
Discover the secrets to becoming the leader employees love to follow! In this engaging session, you’ll explore four transformative strategies to build trust, inspire loyalty, and create a thriving workplace culture. Learn actionable tools to boost morale, retain top talent, and lead with servant leadership. Don’t miss this chance to master leadership that makes your team want to stay and grow with you!

How to Handle Hiring Objections to Recruit the Best Talent
Speaker: Chris Sund
Struggling with hiring challenges? Learn to turn objections into opportunities in this session designed to help you recruit top talent in today’s competitive healthcare market. Master techniques like the LAARC method and four key principles to address concerns with patience, empathy, and focus. Discover strategies to enhance engagement, build trust, and showcase why your organization stands out, empowering you to secure and retain high-performing healthcare professionals.

Energizing Employee Engagement
Speaker: Sarah Hermanson
This session will explore key factors that drive employee motivation, satisfaction, and performance. The session will highlight actionable approaches to creating a positive work environment, improving communication, and offering opportunities for growth and recognition. Attendees will also learn about the importance of leadership in energizing teams, the role of feedback and recognition in boosting morale, and how to align organizational goals with individual contributions.

Prioritizing Company Culture
Speaker: Sarah Hermanson
This session explores the critical components of building and sustaining a positive workplace culture, including aligning values with organizational goals, promoting inclusivity, and creating an environment where employees feel valued and empowered. Participants will learn actionable strategies to identify cultural strengths and areas for improvement, foster effective communication, and cultivate a culture that drives long-term success and enhances team satisfaction. Whether you’re leading a small team or an entire organization, this session will equip you with the tools to make company culture a top priority.

Continuing Education Credit

This conference is approved for 5.0 contact hours for:

• Department Heads
• Directors of Nursing and Nurse Leaders
• Administrators
• Assisted Living Managers
• Home Health Directors

Registration Fees

Members:   $140 per person
Non-Members:  $420 per person

Speaker Bios

Sarah Hermanson is the Founder and CEO of One Above HR, a company dedicated to providing innovative human resources solutions to businesses and healthcare organizations of all sizes. With extensive expertise in HR management and a passion for empowering organizations, Sarah has built a reputation for delivering customized strategies that drive employee engagement, compliance, and organizational growth. Her leadership reflects a commitment to excellence and a vision for transforming the workplace into a thriving environment for both employers and employees.

Chris Sund serves as President/COO at Uniti Med a healthcare staffing company with a mission to provide staffing services with heart. A Maxwell Leadership-certified speaker, teacher, trainer, and coach, Chris brings passion and expertise to every facet of his work. A prominent voice in the healthcare staffing industry, Chris actively participates in workforce events nationwide, sharing insights and shaping the future of healthcare recruitment. His leadership extends to his roles on the Board of Directors for the National Association of Travel Healthcare Organizations (NATHO) and as a dedicated member of the membership committee for the National Association of Health Care Recruiters (NAHCR).

Jo Ellen Whitney is a senior shareholder of Denton’s Davis Brown Law Firm, having obtained her degrees (B.A., magna cum laude, and J.D.) from Duke University in Durham, North Carolina.  Jo practices primarily in the areas of labor and employment law, healthcare law, privacy, and fair housing.  In the area of labor and employment, Jo assists businesses with policy and contract development, human resources planning, disciplinary and termination issues as well as regulatory compliance and litigation matters.