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Hospital chief executive officer turnover
1University of Oklahoma, Oklahoma City.
Hospital Topics
|January 1, 1990
Summary
The national hospital CEO turnover rate in 1987 was 22%, lower than estimated. Smaller hospitals and investor-owned facilities showed higher CEO turnover rates compared to larger institutions and other sectors.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Hospital Administration
- Organizational Behavior
Background:
- Hospital CEO turnover is a significant factor influencing healthcare delivery and organizational stability.
- Understanding the dynamics of CEO transitions is crucial for effective hospital management and strategic planning.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the national hospital CEO turnover rate in 1987.
- To identify factors associated with higher CEO turnover, including hospital size, geographic location, and ownership type.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of national data on hospital CEO turnover rates for the year 1987.
- Comparison of turnover rates across different hospital sizes, regions (Sun Belt, Western, Upper Midwestern, Eastern), and ownership sectors (investor-owned).
Main Results:
- The nationwide average hospital CEO turnover rate in 1987 was 22%.
- Smaller hospitals exhibited higher CEO turnover rates than larger hospitals.
- The Sun Belt and Western regions, along with the investor-owned sector, reported greater CEO turnover.
Conclusions:
- While lower than often perceived, the 1987 hospital CEO turnover rate warrants attention.
- Hospital size, geographic location, and ownership structure are key determinants of CEO turnover.
- Understanding these patterns can inform strategies for leadership stability and organizational performance in hospitals.
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