Workforce Readiness and Pipelines
Enable a sustainable pipeline of people who are available, prepared and committed to work in a health care setting as a long-term career.
Workforce Initiatives
MHA's Approach to Workforce
MHA understands workforce issues remain the greatest challenge for our members. Guided by member feedback, we've developed an enhanced approach to meet members’ existing and emerging workforce challenges in these focus areas.
Empowering Environment
Develop and sustain the critical conditions in which health care employees can grow and thrive.
Workplace Safety
Create a safe and respectful environment in which the people who care for people can do their best work.
Leadership and Professional Development
Develop leaders who are skilled in the art and science of leading people.
Regulatory Optimization
Minimize the regulatory burden on hospitals while maintaining a relentless focus on the safety of the patient.
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March 12, 2026
Nurse Corps Scholarship Program Accepting Applications Through April 9
The U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration’s Nurse Corps Scholarship Program is accepting applications through 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April…
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March 9, 2026
More Than 15,000 Students Attend Fifth Annual Health Care Career Day
More than 15,600 students from 25 states explored the world of health care careers — all from the comfort of their classrooms — during the fifth…
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March 6, 2026
AHA Urges DOE To Broaden Proposed Update To Definition Of ‘Professional Degree’
The American Hospital Association commented on the U.S. Department of Education’s proposed rule that would define the terms “graduate student” and…
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March 2, 2026
DHSS Issues Rural Primary Care Physician Grant Program Invitation For Bid
The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services has released a Rural Primary Care Physician Grant Program invitation for bid available to rural…
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GET INVOLVED Events & Education
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Apr
8
Bothwell Regional Health Center - Nurse Residency Program
Megan Elwood, Bothwell Regional Health Center's nurse residency coordinator, will highlight outcomes of the hospital's nurse residency program and…
Apr
10
23rd Annual Health Care Leadership Series
Step into leadership with confidence! Gain skills, tools and a strong network to lead change in today’s evolving health care landscape.
May
6
Clinical Faculty Academy
Train the next generation of nurses! This two-day academy equips RNs to succeed as clinical instructors with key skills, support and CNE…
May
8
23rd Annual Health Care Leadership Series
Step into leadership with confidence! Gain skills, tools and a strong network to lead change in today’s evolving health care landscape.
Explore the 2025 Workforce Report
Get insights into Missouri’s health care workforce — from current challenges to future opportunities. Discover key data, trends, and strategies shaping the path forward for hospitals and providers statewide.