Healthcare organizations must ensure that their compensation and contracting practices are equitable, transparent, and aligned with their organizational values and mission. They must balance the need to attract and retain top talent and to provide fair and equitable compensation for all employees.

What are the potential benefits and drawbacks of relying on contracted healthcare workers, such as temporary or agency staff, to address staffing shortages in healthcare organizations, and how can healthcare leaders balance the need for flexibility and cost savings with the importance of maintaining high quality care and staff engagement?

What strategies can be employed to promote pay equity in compensation within the healthcare workforce?