Developing a skilled workforce for long term-care
Recruitment and retention of direct care workers is one of the largest challenges facing long term care providers across the nation. An increased demand for services due to an aging population and a declining supply of individuals seeking and maintaining careers in this profession are factors responsible for a looming workforce crisis. It will take a significant effort to attract, recruit and retain skilled workers.
IHCA/INCAL is dedicated to supporting our members in their efforts to recruit, train and retain quality staff. Learn more about our workforce development offerings and how they might be of use to you.
Report
State of the Nursing Home Industry
The American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) released a survey of more than 400 nursing home providers from across the U.S. highlighting that the sector continues to face a serious workforce crisis. The lack of interested and qualified caregivers is forcing more than half of nursing homes to turn away new patients, and more than one-quarter have downsized their facility or closed completely. The survey also underscores how an unfunded, federal staffing mandate will be impossible for nursing homes to meet given the current labor market conditions.
Salary & Benefits and Compensation Survey Reports
Salary & Benefits Reports
The Hospital & Healthcare Compensation Service conducts Nursing Home Salary & Benefits Reports and Assisted Living Salary & Benefits Reports, amongst others. This service covers skilled nursing, assisted living and long-term care facilities. The reports cover staffing positions, salaries, bonus data, etc.
Learn more by emailing: Communications@ihca.org.
2022 Annual Compensation Survey Report
The 2022 IHCA/INCAL Annual Compensation Survey report is now available for our members. The survey provides detailed information on executive, clinical and administrative positions.
- The data is effective as of January 1, 2022.
- The report reflects compensation detail from 254 facilities across the state for 101 job titles in both skilled nursing and assisted living communities.
Access the report here.
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CNA & QMA Training Resources
Identify onsite CNA & QMA training programs in your area and explore a new online training program from IHCA/INCAL and partner Academic Platforms.
AHCA/NCAL Workforce Resources
Browse AHCA/NCAL’s resources for operators and individual LTC professionals to improve overall workforce efforts and ensure staff stability.
State, Regional and Local Workforce Resources
Learn more about statewide and regional workforce resources available for LTC providers.
Indiana Health Care Foundation Scholarships
Through IHCF’s philanthropic mission, long term care professionals are awarded education and training scholarships for clinical, medical, and administrative positions in long term care.
Being a part of IHCA/INCAL has been a wonderful experience and has brought so many learning opportunities to our company. I have been fortunate enough to be a part of the Workforce Development Committee for several years and am now the Co-chair. I’ve really enjoyed the opportunity to share ideas with other members, which allows us all to grow and learn for the betterment of the industry as a whole.
Executive Director of Human Resources, CarDon & Associates
Riverwalk Communities is privileged to be a member of IHCA/INCAL. The Association provides unparalleled expertise, and excellent leadership and representation, most notably in the complicated areas of long term care reimbursement and regulatory matters at the federal, state and local level.
CEO, Riverwalk Communities
The rate of recoveries is a reason for optimism, but the battle is not over. The deaths that have occurred in long term care facilities are tragic, but because of the fearless dedication of our heroic caregivers, the vast majority of residents who have tested positive for the virus have fully recovered, and we hope that the recovery trend continues to rise.
President, Indiana Health Care Association
I have appreciated the support of IHCA/INCAL for many years. Long-term and post-acute healthcare is complex and is constantly changing. The association provides a larger voice to the issues that plague our profession and hinder our ability to thrive. It also facilitates the needed tools, training and support for survival and success.
Revenue Cycle Director, CarDon and Associates, Inc.
IHCA/INCAL are widely respected and leaders of LTC associations. With the leadership of President Zachary Cattell and every Director in place to meet member and partner needs, they are not just another association. They demonstrate their belief that they can make a difference for all of us in the LTC industry. Of all the partner relationships Success Development Inc. has experienced, IHCA/INCAL is particularly appreciated, as they consistently model capability, honesty, and integrity.
President/CEO, Success Development Inc.
I am proud to give back to this organization by serving on the IHCA/INCAL Board of Directors. It has been an eye opening education to see all of the different levels that the Indiana Health Care Association works to serve the residents, families and staff of the long term care facilities in Indiana.
Vice President of Clinical Operations, Golden LivingCenters
I have more than 25 years’ experience with the Indiana Health Care Association. I started out as a nurse at a facility, moved up to serve as a Director of Nurses position followed by serving as a consultant to multiple facilities, and I am currently serving as the vice president of clinical operations for 23 buildings. Throughout each of the steps in my journey, the IHCA/INCAL has provided excellent education to support my career development and further strengthen my leadership skills.
Vice President of Clinical Operations, Golden Living Centers
IHCA/INCAL provides a larger voice to the issues that plague our profession and hinder our ability to thrive. The collaboration of multiple providers is more powerful than any isolated efforts and the Association provides a means to collectively work as providers to establish communication on critical issues and facilitate change.
Revenue Cycle Director, CarDon and Associates, Inc.
Workforce recruitment and retention is one of the most pressing challenges confronting long term care providers today. We are laser-focused on giving our members the tools they need to address this shortage while equipping tomorrow’s workforce with resources they need to launch a successful career in this rapidly growing field.
President, Indiana Health Care Association