Workforce ROI in healthcare: Making the case for education and skilling


Thursday, November 13th, 2025 | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CT

Healthcare leaders today face mounting financial pressure and policy uncertainty - all while grappling with severe and persistent talent shortages. Short-term fixes are no longer enough. To build resilient organizations, forward-thinking health systems are investing in long-term workforce development strategies that align education, skilling, and career mobility with financial and operational goals.

In this session, leaders from top health systems will share how they are navigating financial headwinds while building sustainable talent pipelines. Hear how organizations are linking workforce planning with education investment to drive retention, reduce costs, and strengthen their ability to thrive. 

Takeaways include:
 
  • How health systems are balancing financial pressures with critical workforce investments
  • Real-world strategies to close talent gaps in nursing and allied health through education and skilling
  • The metrics and evidence that most effectively demonstrate workforce development ROI to CEOs, CFOs, and boards

Presenters: 

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Hanna Patterson

Senior Vice President, Guild

Adrienne Simms - Sarah Simon

Adrienne Simms

Chief Human Resources Officer, IU Health

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Darci Hall

Head of HR Strategy, Learning & Development, Kaiser Permanente (LinkedIn)