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Personnel administration can act on cost containment
Cross-Reference on Human Resources Management
|December 13, 1979
Summary
Hospital personnel administration programs can reduce costs in human resources, payroll, benefits, and recruitment. A guide and seminar were developed to help hospital leaders implement these cost-saving strategies.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Administration
- Human Resources Management
Background:
- Hospital personnel administration programs offer significant potential for cost containment across various operational areas.
- Key cost areas include human resources management, payroll, benefits, labor turnover, and recruitment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To inform hospital trustees and administrators about the role of personnel administration in cost containment efforts.
- To provide practical strategies for implementing cost-saving measures within hospital human resources departments.
Main Methods:
- Adaptation of information presented in a seminar by the Maine Society for Hospital Personnel Administration.
- Development of a comprehensive guide for hospital leaders.
Main Results:
- Personnel administration strategies can effectively reduce expenses in payroll, benefits, and recruitment.
- Improved human resources management leads to lower labor turnover and associated costs.
Conclusions:
- Effective personnel administration is crucial for successful cost containment in hospitals.
- Implementing recommended strategies can lead to substantial financial savings and operational efficiencies.