In space no one can hear you scream. On Creating an Attractive Work Environment for Healthcare Professionals.

Abstract

Background and objective

The healthcare sector is facing a global shortage of workers, and hospitals are struggling to attract and retain qualified staff. This poster identifies pull factors and push factors that influence healthcare workers' decisions to work in a particular hospital.

Methods/intervention

We explore a range of factors that prioritize the well-being, growth, and inclusivity of staff members, demonstrating the hospital's commitment to creating an exceptional workplace. This is crucial for the success of any hospital.

Results

Push factors include unhealthy food, unavailability of scrubs, basic human needs not met, high-temperature work spaces, contaminated buildings, long-lasting sleep deprivation, no historical awareness (gender/discrimination/World War II), unreflected copy-paste mainstream systems and paper- instead of patient-centered care. The hospital's emphasis on staff well-being is exemplified by the provision of healthy, organic, and high-quality food at reasonable prices, reminiscent of the approach taken in Swiss hospitals. Dedicated rest areas for faster recovery underscore the hospital's recognition of the importance of rest and relaxation, promoting a conducive environment for recharging health resources. Efficient computer systems and elderly care showcases the hospital's meaningful use of technology and dedication to exceptional care beyond its premises. Organizational efficiency is evident through hospital bed assignment covered by administrative staff, which fosters a smooth work environment. A culture of skill and knowledge sharing is central for a learning curve and quality care.

Conclusions/lessons learned

The authors suggest that hospitals implement a metric to record the health of doctors/medical personnel especially the amount of severe diagnoses at the time of retirement or end of career as a marker of employer or department performance.