UrbanBound HR

AUGUST 27, 2024

Right now, most employers are updating their employee benefits plans for 2025. Chances are, you’re one of them. If you have a corporate relocation program, you should update those benefits, too. After all, priorities change. Budgets do, too. New options appear on your radar. And of course, you can’t know if your benefits will remain competitive…unless you know where the rest of the market is headed.

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UrbanBound HR

AUGUST 21, 2024

No, nope, no thank you…no matter what words they choose, sometimes people say no when you really want a yes. This is certainly true when extending job offers that involve relocation. In fa ct, 64% of employers had their offers declined last year. That’s a lot of rejection, and a whole lot of talent slipping away. Some professionals embrace relocation opportunities; others won’t entertain it, ever.

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UrbanBound HR

AUGUST 15, 2024

Sometimes, upholding tradition is a wonderful thing. Take cherished family and cultural traditions, for example. But when it comes to corporate relocation plans, preserving traditions doesn’t serve anyone. The industry is evolving. To stay competitive, your relocation offerings must, too. A little unclear on what’s old and what’s new? This three-minute update is for you.

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UrbanBound HR

AUGUST 6, 2024

Congratulations, you did it! You found the perfect applicant, sold them on the job and helped orchestrate a successful relocation. Now, it’s time to celebrate, yes? Actually…not so fast. Yes, this is a major accomplishment. But your amazing new hire hasn’t actually proven themselves. So, don’t pop the champagne just yet. Here’s the reality: in order to ensure that your newly relocated employee not only acclimates, but becomes a shining star, you’ll need to provide them with post-relocation suppo

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UrbanBound HR

AUGUST 1, 2024

Turnover, turnover, turnover: in the healthcare industry, it’s an ongoing refrain. After all, the current hospital turnover rate stands at a worris ome 20.7%. That’s why 96% of healthcare employers cite impr oving retention as a key goal. If your hospital is one of them, it’s time to rethink some related HR factors, starting with your onboarding process.

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UrbanBound HR

JULY 25, 2024

As an employer in the healthcare industry, you know that getting top talent isn't just about offering a great salary and benefits package. When your new hire is moving with their family, finding the right home is a big deal. By offering real estate support and hyper local guidance in their housing search, you can make the transition easier and more appealing.

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UrbanBound HR

JULY 18, 2024

Healthcare recruiting is challenging across the board, but especially in rural settings, where hospitals routinely face higher vacancy rates, lower retention rates and longer recruitment cycles. But it doesn’t need to be that way, and some rural hospitals are finding ways to beat the odds. Some strategies involve sweetening job offers, but others are simply about showcasing their setting in a positive light.

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UrbanBound HR

JULY 10, 2024

When the going gets tough, the tough get…creative. Take healthcare recruitment. The industry talent shortage isn’t going anywhere, so savvy healthcare employers are developing innovative ways to attract recruits. Because let’s face it: not everyone can offer tippy-top compensation. An iconic reputation. Or even an ideal climate. That said, there are many things you can do to entice candidates.

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UrbanBound HR

JULY 2, 2024

Ah, technology! Where would healthcare be without it? More and more, the industry relies on technology for everything from pioneering medical advances to simplifying administrative processes. And yet, in some corners, it remains surprisingly underutilized. Take relocation technology. Although healthcare employers routinely use HR software to manage their workforce, some have yet to embrace this adjacent technology, still clinging to less-efficient, outdated approaches.

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UrbanBound HR

JUNE 19, 2024

Choices, choices, choices. Now more than ever, medical professionals can find a job pretty much wherever they choose—a result of the severe healthcare talent shortage. Metropolitan area or rural area? North, south, east or west? Big healthcare system or small private facility? For healthcare professionals, the world is your oyster. No wonder most medical residents receive more than 100 job offers before they’ve even completed training!

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UrbanBound HR

JUNE 13, 2024

Relocating for a new job or moving to a healthcare facility presents a mix of challenges and opportunities that require careful consideration. As the trend of healthcare professionals and organizations exploring relocation continues to grow, understanding the nuances involved is crucial for a successful transition.

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UrbanBound HR

JUNE 5, 2024

To start employees off right in a new role, obviously, your relocation experience must be smooth. However, relocations are complex, and things can go sideways in an infinite number of ways.

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UrbanBound HR

MAY 29, 2024

Keeping doctors happy and sticking around is a big deal for healthcare organizations everywhere. Losing them not only costs a lot of money, but also affects patient care quality. So, what's the secret to keeping the physicians on board? Relocation programs!

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UrbanBound HR

MAY 21, 2024

When the going gets tough, the tough get going. This sentiment holds true in healthcare, especially as we've moved beyond the COVID-19 pandemic into an era of evolving economic conditions and staff shortages. Over the past few years, healthcare providers have faced extraordinary challenges and have adapted to continue serving their communities.

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UrbanBound HR

MAY 15, 2024

Currently, employers leverage data to oversee the majority of their operations, yet surprisingly, their relocation programs often remain untouched by this trend.

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UrbanBound HR

MAY 6, 2024

No question about it: healthcare workers are on the move. And while this is hardly news—relocation has always been part of healthcare employment—some noteworthy trends are emerging.

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UrbanBound HR

MAY 1, 2024

Chances are, your hospital has expanded its recruiting efforts to attract out of market candidates. That’s a smart move. But it’s not enough to hire—and relocate—them; you need to keep them, too. The best way to do that? Help them feel like they belong!

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UrbanBound HR

APRIL 24, 2024

One proven solution is to cast a wider geographic net and hire out-of-market talent in your quest for quality candidates. But in order for that to work, employers must also provide attractive relocation incentives.

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UrbanBound HR

APRIL 10, 2024

So, you’ve just hired a talented physician from out-of-state—congratulations! Given the ongoing healthcare talent shortage , that’s something to celebrate. But don’t break out the party hats yet. Because now, the race against the clock begins.

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UrbanBound HR

APRIL 3, 2024

It’s ironic, but one of the best ways companies can be more successful is by giving more of their profits away. Turns out, everyone—clients, suppliers and especially employees—loves a good corporate citizen. In fact, such programs may be among the most compelling recruiting and retention tools at HR’s disposal.

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UrbanBound HR

MARCH 12, 2024

Managing professional relocation has always been challenging and complex in every industry. But it’s particularly tricky in the healthcare sector, especially right now.

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UrbanBound HR

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Corporate interest in internship programs is growing. In fact, internship hirings rose by more than 9% last year –and that number is expected to grow to more than 22% this year. As competition for up-and-coming talent intensifies, employers are reconsidering the way that they compensate interns.

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UrbanBound HR

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

For medical students, getting matched to a residency program is a major accomplishment. Even more so for securing a fellowship. But once you’re done celebrating, it’s time to tackle your upcoming relocation—and that’s no small feat, either.

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UrbanBound HR

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

If your company is like most employers, one of your top resolutions is improving employee retention. That undoubtedly means you’re seeking ways to enhance your employees’ work-life balance—an issue that will loom large in 2024.

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UrbanBound HR

JANUARY 4, 2024

For global companies, international relocation is a fact of life—a proven way to grow their brand presence and build market share. But global relocation has never been easy, and that isn’t changing anytime soon.

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UrbanBound HR

DECEMBER 14, 2023

When an employee accepts a long-distance job assignment, they’re taking a huge leap of faith—uprooting their lives and families for an organization and their career.

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UrbanBound HR

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

When a business makes an investment, it’s banking on a positive return—aka, its ROI. And that applies to corporate relocation plans, too.

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UrbanBound HR

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Often, when organizations share their reasons for investing in corporate relocation programs, they’re focused on the benefits they provide back to the employer, but the relocation experience can (and should) offer significant benefits to employees, too.

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UrbanBound HR

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

In recent years, the healthcare industry has experienced rapid transformation fueled by technological advancement. From electronic health records (EHRs) and telemedicine to automation and artificial intelligence (AI), technology is already revolutionizing healthcare.

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UrbanBound HR

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

No doubt about it: these are tough times for HR professionals in the healthcare industry. Chronic recruiting and retention challenges have many organizations wondering what lies ahead. Will things change for the better any time soon? What’s the long-term outlook?

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UrbanBound HR

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

For healthcare employers, recruiting and retention remains a heavy lift. Recently, the President of the American Medical Association sounded an urgent alarm concerning the national physician shortage. It’s no longer down the road; the talent drought is already here. And it’s not limited to physicians, either. More than 200,000 RN positions go unfilled every year , ratcheting up the pressure on already overworked staff.

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UrbanBound HR

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives—aka DEI—play an important role in every industry, but especially in healthcare. That’s because DEI programs do more than help hospitals burnish their brand (although they accomplish that, too). At the end of the day, DEI benefits patients, communities, and employees. As it happens, it’s an effective business strategy, too.

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UrbanBound HR

OCTOBER 19, 2023

For most professionals, accepting a relocation offer is not a decision they make alone. Nor is relocation a solo adventure. Many candidates and employees live with a spouse or domestic partner, who often have careers of their own. For this reason, savvy employers offer relocation benefits designed with couples and families in mind.

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UrbanBound HR

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Your workforce is changing—and your relocation benefits should be, too. Baby Boomers are retiring. Gen X is advancing. Chances are, your recruiting efforts are increasingly focused on Millennials and Gen Z. And each generation has its own priorities and mindset.

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UrbanBound HR

OCTOBER 4, 2023

We’ve all been through far too much in the last few years—employers and employees alike. Between the pandemic, chronic, financial uncertainty and the Forever Labor Shortage, it’s no wonder that anxiety and burnout remain rampant in the workplace —and that employee well-being is a top HR priority.

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UrbanBound HR

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Undoubtedly, your healthcare organization has made a staunch commitment to DEI—Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. And that’s terrific. But as far as the healthcare industry goes, there’s still a long way to go.

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UrbanBound HR

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

If you’re involved in recruiting, you know that the labor market has been tight for some time—dating back to before the pandemic. And while it’s rebounded slightly, U.S. employers remain short a whopping 4,000,000 workers. But the scariest part: it’s not likely to improve any time soon.

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