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Absenteeism in acute care hospitals
R L Taunton1, S Perkins, S Oetker-Black
1University of Kansas, School of Nursing, Kansas City, USA.
Nursing Management
|September 1, 1995
Summary
Standardizing absenteeism calculations is crucial for hospitals to compare data and manage resources effectively. Over 40% of hospitals lack standards, impacting staffing and employee well-being.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Occupational Health
Background:
- Lack of standardized formulas for calculating employee absenteeism hinders institutional comparisons.
- Absenteeism impacts hospital finances through illness benefits, replacement costs, and attendance incentives.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the need for standardized absenteeism calculation methods in hospitals.
- To identify concerns of nursing directors regarding employee absenteeism and its effects.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of existing practices in hospital absenteeism calculation.
- Survey or interviews with nursing directors to gauge concerns.
Main Results:
- Over 40% of hospitals lack a standard for excessive absence.
- Nursing directors, particularly in urban hospitals (100-200 beds), expressed significant concern.
Conclusions:
- Standardized absenteeism metrics are essential for effective healthcare management.
- Addressing absenteeism is critical for maintaining adequate staffing and preventing employee burnout.