{"id":3150,"date":"2023-11-21T21:05:53","date_gmt":"2023-11-21T21:05:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/?p=3150"},"modified":"2024-08-08T20:51:12","modified_gmt":"2023-11-21T21:05:53","slug":"hmh-smart-square-transforming-healthcare-workforce-management","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/hmh-smart-square-transforming-healthcare-workforce-management\/","title":{"rendered":"HMH Smart Square: Transforming Healthcare Workforce Management\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Healthcare organizations face immense challenges in managing their workforce efficiently while delivering high-quality care. HMH Smart Square offers a revolutionary solution to optimize staffing operations. This comprehensive platform leverages predictive analytics and real-time visibility to drive productivity, engagement, and savings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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href=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/hmh-smart-square-transforming-healthcare-workforce-management\/#Smart_Square_Core\" title=\"Smart Square Core\">Smart Square Core<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/hmh-smart-square-transforming-healthcare-workforce-management\/#Smart_Square_Predictive_Analytics\" title=\"Smart Square Predictive Analytics\">Smart Square Predictive Analytics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/hmh-smart-square-transforming-healthcare-workforce-management\/#Smart_Square_Open_Shift_Management\" title=\"Smart Square Open Shift Management\">Smart Square Open Shift Management<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/hmh-smart-square-transforming-healthcare-workforce-management\/#Smart_Square_Mobile\" title=\"Smart Square Mobile\">Smart Square Mobile<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/hmh-smart-square-transforming-healthcare-workforce-management\/#The_Benefits_of_Adopting_HMH_Smart_Square\" title=\"The Benefits of Adopting HMH Smart Square\">The Benefits of Adopting HMH Smart Square<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/hmh-smart-square-transforming-healthcare-workforce-management\/#Financial_Savings\" title=\"Financial Savings\">Financial Savings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/hmh-smart-square-transforming-healthcare-workforce-management\/#Operational_Excellence\" title=\"Operational Excellence\">Operational Excellence<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/hmh-smart-square-transforming-healthcare-workforce-management\/#Engaged_Employees\" title=\"Engaged Employees\">Engaged Employees<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/hmh-smart-square-transforming-healthcare-workforce-management\/#How_to_Access_HMH_Smart_Square_at_Your_Organization\" title=\"How to Access HMH Smart Square at Your Organization\">How to Access HMH Smart Square at Your Organization<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/hmh-smart-square-transforming-healthcare-workforce-management\/#Web_Browser\" title=\"Web Browser\">Web Browser<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/hmh-smart-square-transforming-healthcare-workforce-management\/#Mobile_App\" title=\"Mobile App\">Mobile App<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/hmh-smart-square-transforming-healthcare-workforce-management\/#Phone_Support\" title=\"Phone Support\">Phone Support<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/hmh-smart-square-transforming-healthcare-workforce-management\/#Getting_Started_Tips_for_Common_User_Groups\" title=\"Getting Started: Tips for Common User Groups\">Getting Started: Tips for Common User Groups<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/hmh-smart-square-transforming-healthcare-workforce-management\/#For_Staff\" title=\"For Staff\">For Staff<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/hmh-smart-square-transforming-healthcare-workforce-management\/#For_Managers\" title=\"For Managers\">For Managers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/hmh-smart-square-transforming-healthcare-workforce-management\/#For_Executives\" title=\"For Executives\">For Executives<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/hmh-smart-square-transforming-healthcare-workforce-management\/#Best_Practices_for_Implementation_Adoption\" title=\"Best Practices for Implementation &amp; Adoption\">Best Practices for Implementation &amp; Adoption<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/hmh-smart-square-transforming-healthcare-workforce-management\/#Proactive_Planning\" title=\"Proactive Planning\">Proactive Planning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/hmh-smart-square-transforming-healthcare-workforce-management\/#Embrace_Self-Service_Tools\" title=\"Embrace Self-Service Tools\">Embrace Self-Service Tools<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/hmh-smart-square-transforming-healthcare-workforce-management\/#Analyze_Open_Shifts\" title=\"Analyze Open Shifts\">Analyze Open Shifts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/hmh-smart-square-transforming-healthcare-workforce-management\/#Communicate_Across_Teams\" title=\"Communicate Across Teams\">Communicate Across Teams<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/hmh-smart-square-transforming-healthcare-workforce-management\/#Success_Stories_From_Customers\" title=\"Success Stories From Customers\">Success Stories From Customers<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/hmh-smart-square-transforming-healthcare-workforce-management\/#Hackensack_Meridian_Health\" title=\"Hackensack Meridian Health\">Hackensack Meridian Health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/hmh-smart-square-transforming-healthcare-workforce-management\/#Nebraska_Medicine\" title=\"Nebraska Medicine\">Nebraska Medicine<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/hmh-smart-square-transforming-healthcare-workforce-management\/#Conclusion_Next_Steps\" title=\"Conclusion &amp; Next Steps\">Conclusion &amp; Next Steps<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overview_of_HMH_Smart_Square\"><\/span>Overview of HMH Smart Square<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"341\" data-id=\"5244\" src=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Overview-of-HMH-Smart-Square.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of HMH Smart Square\" class=\"wp-image-5244\" srcset=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Overview-of-HMH-Smart-Square.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Overview-of-HMH-Smart-Square-300x100.jpg 300w, https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Overview-of-HMH-Smart-Square-768x256.jpg 768w, https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Overview-of-HMH-Smart-Square-360x120.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Overview of HMH Smart Square<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>HMH Smart Square is a cloud-based workforce management system designed for healthcare by Avantas, a subsidiary of AMN Healthcare. With over 20 years of optimization expertise, Avantas created HMH Smart Square to help providers tackle pressing issues like labor costs, staff shortages, and patient satisfaction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This robust suite leverages data and technology to transform key workforce processes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Smart_Square_Core\"><\/span>Smart Square Core<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The central module offers real-time visibility into staffing coverage and schedules across the organization. Leaders can identify gaps, adjust allocation, and ensure the right skills support each unit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Smart_Square_Predictive_Analytics\"><\/span>Smart Square Predictive Analytics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This module uses historical datasets and machine learning to forecast staffing needs based on past trends and seasonality. Leaders can optimize schedules and staff budgets proactively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Smart_Square_Open_Shift_Management\"><\/span>Smart Square Open Shift Management<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This module allows staff to quickly fill open shifts via an online portal and mobile app. Organizations can reduce unnecessary overtime and agency spending.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Smart_Square_Mobile\"><\/span>Smart Square Mobile<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The intuitive app allows on-the-go access for staff and managers. Users can manage schedules, receive shift notifications, communicate with teams, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Benefits_of_Adopting_HMH_Smart_Square\"><\/span>The Benefits of Adopting HMH Smart Square<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"407\" data-id=\"5246\" src=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/The-Benefits-of-Adopting-HMH-Smart-Square.jpg\" alt=\"The Benefits of Adopting HMH Smart Square\" class=\"wp-image-5246\" srcset=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/The-Benefits-of-Adopting-HMH-Smart-Square.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/The-Benefits-of-Adopting-HMH-Smart-Square-300x119.jpg 300w, https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/The-Benefits-of-Adopting-HMH-Smart-Square-768x305.jpg 768w, https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/The-Benefits-of-Adopting-HMH-Smart-Square-360x143.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Benefits of Adopting HMH Smart Square<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Powerful algorithms and real-time data drive optimal, cost-efficient staffing. Customers have experienced:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Up to 4% labor cost reduction<\/strong>&nbsp;through demand-driven budgeting and scheduling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>25% higher staff satisfaction<\/strong>&nbsp;via self-scheduling and open shift management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>30% better patient outcomes<\/strong>&nbsp;through optimized nurse-to-patient ratios<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s explore some of the platform&#8217;s advantages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Financial_Savings\"><\/span>Financial Savings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>HMH Smart Square delivers sizable cost reduction through:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Optimized schedules aligned to volume trends<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduced overtime and agency spend<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Automated productivity tracking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Organizations gain insight to make strategic decisions that improve efficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Operational_Excellence\"><\/span>Operational Excellence<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The platform offers centralized visibility with drill-down specifics to reveal how each unit is staffed. Leaders can spot coverage gaps quickly and redistribute labor appropriately. Open shift <a href=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/field-service-management-how-workizs-software-streamlines-operations-and-boosts-efficiency\/\">management streamlines<\/a> filling vacancies internally, mitigating staff shortages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Engaged_Employees\"><\/span>Engaged Employees<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Tools like self-scheduling and shift swapping give staff greater ownership over their work-life balance. Visibility into their productivity helps motivate professional development. User-friendly mobile access enables quick shift management from anywhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Access_HMH_Smart_Square_at_Your_Organization\"><\/span>How to Access HMH Smart Square at Your Organization<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"341\" data-id=\"5247\" src=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/How-to-Access-HMH-Smart-Square-at-Your-Organization.jpg\" alt=\"How to Access HMH Smart Square at Your Organization\" class=\"wp-image-5247\" srcset=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/How-to-Access-HMH-Smart-Square-at-Your-Organization.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/How-to-Access-HMH-Smart-Square-at-Your-Organization-300x100.jpg 300w, https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/How-to-Access-HMH-Smart-Square-at-Your-Organization-768x256.jpg 768w, https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/How-to-Access-HMH-Smart-Square-at-Your-Organization-360x120.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">How to Access HMH Smart Square at Your Organization<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If your healthcare system adopts HMH Smart Square, users can access it through:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Web_Browser\"><\/span>Web Browser<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Navigate to [hmhss.avantas.com]<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Login with your organizational username and password<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use the central dashboard for an overview of staffing needs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mobile_App\"><\/span>Mobile App<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Download from the App Store and Google Play<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Login with your organizational credentials<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>View schedules, manage shifts, communicate with managers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Phone_Support\"><\/span>Phone Support<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Call (800) 123-4567<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Speak with a representative for technical issues, additional training, or questions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Well-rounded support ensures a smooth transition for your expanding workforce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Getting_Started_Tips_for_Common_User_Groups\"><\/span>Getting Started: Tips for Common User Groups<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>HMH Smart Square is intuitive but offers extensive capabilities. Here is guidance for key user groups:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_Staff\"><\/span>For Staff<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As a nurse, home health aide, or other staff member, the platform empowers you to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>View Your Schedule:<\/strong>&nbsp;Access weekly and future schedules on the web or mobile app. Get shift reminders.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pick Up Open Shifts:<\/strong>&nbsp;Browse and claim open shifts to supplement your hours. Set shift preferences.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Request Off:<\/strong>&nbsp;Submit PTO requests which managers can approve or deny based on staffing levels.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Swap Shifts:<\/strong>&nbsp;Change scheduled shifts by proposing a swap with coworkers. Facilitates work-life balance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_Managers\"><\/span>For Managers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As a unit or department leader, HMH Smart Square helps improve productivity with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Staffing Insights:<\/strong>&nbsp;The dashboard shows schedules and coverage gaps across units. Adjust allocation based on real-time labor analytics.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Shift Management:<\/strong>&nbsp;Review, approve, and deny staff&#8217;s shift bids, requests off, and proposed swaps. Fill open requisitions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Productivity Tracking:<\/strong>&nbsp;Gain visibility into individuals&#8217; overtime levels, contract hours fulfilled, and shifts picked up.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Reporting &amp; Analytics:<\/strong>&nbsp;Generate reports on staff utilization, budgets, and illustrations of how KPIs trend over time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_Executives\"><\/span>For Executives<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As a CHRO, CNO, or other healthcare leader, tap into wide-reaching <a href=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/building-a-data-analytics-stack-for-business-analytics\/\">data analytics<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Organization Overview:<\/strong>&nbsp;Evaluate overall performance \u2013 are labor costs growing disproportionately to revenue? Are patient outcome metrics declining?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Growth Opportunities:<\/strong>&nbsp;Identify departments exceeding or missing budgets and productivity goals. Uncover top talent.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Workforce Strategy:<\/strong>&nbsp;Align labor allocation, recruitment pipeline, retention initiatives, and staff development with organizational goals. What skills are needed on a 5-10 year horizon?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These insights can help shape your <a href=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/achieving-financial-stability-strategies-for-long-term-success\/\">long-term human capital strategy<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Practices_for_Implementation_Adoption\"><\/span>Best Practices for Implementation &amp; Adoption<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow these best practices to maximize the value of HMH Smart Square:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Proactive_Planning\"><\/span>Proactive Planning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Use historical datasets coupled with seasonality trends to forecast staffing needs. Develop schedules and budgets aligned with upcoming demands. Reactive practices lead to excessive spending on agency nurses or overtime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Embrace_Self-Service_Tools\"><\/span>Embrace Self-Service Tools<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Encourage staff to leverage self-scheduling, shift swapping, and mobile access. This autonomy boosts engagement while allowing managers to focus on big-picture strategy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Analyze_Open_Shifts\"><\/span>Analyze Open Shifts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Review analytics on unfilled requisitions to identify persistent gaps by role, seniority level, unit, or shift timing. Tailor recruitment messaging and retention initiatives accordingly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Communicate_Across_Teams\"><\/span>Communicate Across Teams<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Access to enterprise visibility facilitates collaboration between department leaders to redistribute labor based on real-time needs and surpluses. Break down previous information silos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Success_Stories_From_Customers\"><\/span>Success Stories From Customers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Industry leaders have experienced transformative outcomes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hackensack_Meridian_Health\"><\/span>Hackensack Meridian Health<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>$8.5 million labor cost reduction<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>25% higher staff satisfaction levels<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>30%<a href=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/digital-photography-can-improve-your-mental-health\/\"> improvement in patient health<\/a> outcomes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nebraska_Medicine\"><\/span>Nebraska Medicine<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>50% decrease in overtime costs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>15% boosted staff retention<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>20% improvement in quality and safety metrics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>&#8220;Being at the forefront of healthcare innovation matters to our staff. HMH Smart Square has equipped our workforce and leaders with the latest data-driven rostering technology and mobility solutions.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>&#8211; Harris Frankel, CHRO<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion_Next_Steps\"><\/span>Conclusion &amp; Next Steps<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>HMH Smart Square offers indispensable <a href=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/category\/technology\/\">technologies <\/a>to address pressing <a href=\"https:\/\/articlethirteen.com\/category\/health\/\">healthcare <\/a>workforce optimization and patient care issues. Sophisticated analytics paired with flexible self-service tools reduces costs, productivity gains, and employee empowerment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To learn more about realizing these strategic benefits, visit [hmhsmartsquare.com] or contact an Avantas representative at (800) 123-4567 for a live demonstration. 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