The healthcare industry faces significant challenges, including long hours, insufficient staffing, and emotional turmoil, which contribute to severe fatigue among healthcare professionals. According to a recent HealthDay-Harris Poll survey, around 63% of doctors and nurses nationwide report experiencing a "moderate" or "great deal" of burnout.
The impact of burnout is significant, as approximately 100,000 registered nurses were estimated to have left the field during the pandemic, with around 800,000 more intending to do so by 2027, according to a survey analysis by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN).
Employee recognition plays a vital role in transforming the culture of healthcare organizations. It serves as a solution for aligning employees across various job functions and locations and encouraging them to consider a long-term career in healthcare. By strategically implementing recognition programs, organizations can unify their culture, foster long-term development, and enhance employees' morale and sense of well-being.
Further Reading
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Why Most Recognition Programs Don't Work in Healthcare →
5 Steps For Building an Effective Healthcare Recognition Program →
15 Essential Healthcare Recognition Dates in 2024 →
