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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. 

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.

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Empowering Environment

Develop and sustain the critical conditions in which health care employees can grow and thrive.

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Workplace Safety

Create a safe and respectful environment in which the people who care for people can do their best work.

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Leadership and Professional Development

Develop leaders who are skilled in the art and science of leading people.

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Regulatory Optimization

Minimize the regulatory burden on hospitals while maintaining a relentless focus on the safety of the patient.

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STAY INFORMED MHA Newsroom

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New Option To Renew CNA Certifications Available

July 22, 2025

New Option To Renew CNA Certifications Available

Headmaster D&S released a new option for employers to renew their CNA employee certification in the TMU system. This new function allows…
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Missouri Health Careers: A One-Stop Resource For Health Care Workforce Development

July 22, 2025

Missouri Health Careers: A One-Stop Resource For Health Care Workforce Development

Missouri’s hospitals and health systems face a dual challenge: finding qualified employees to meet the immediate needs of patients while also…
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Mature nurses attend conference or class to continue healthcare education

July 16, 2025

9 Strategies Missouri Hospitals Are Using to Reduce Turnover, Vacancies

The Missouri Hospital Association recently released its 2025 Workforce Report, which offered good news for the state’s hospitals — staffing is…
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a group of four young trainee nurses including male and female nurses , walk towards camera down a hospital corridor . They are wearing uk nurse uniforms of trousers and tunics.

July 8, 2025

Hospital Vacancy and Turnover Rates Recover From Record-High Levels

Vacancy and turnover rates among registered nurses, and within the hospital workforce broadly, eased slightly in 2024, according to the Missouri…
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GET INVOLVED Events & Education

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Sep 12

22nd 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.

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Oct 2

Health Care Workforce Innovation Bi-State Summit

Join the summit to strengthen the health care workforce and explore bold strategies in K–12 pipelines, education reform and staff well-being.

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Oct 8

Navigating the Complexities of the Nurse Manager Role

Lead with impact! This two-day event equips nurse managers with strategies, insights, and tools to build strong teams and elevate care.

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Oct 10

22nd 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.

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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.

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