It’s no secret that stress and burnout are rampant problems in the Healthcare Industry. The combination of long hours, emotional labor, and the constant pressure to deliver high quality care makes it vital to prioritize the well-being of healthcare workers. Customized employee recognition can help address these challenges, leading to a stronger, more resilient workforce and, ultimately, better patient care.
A Vicious Cycle
According to the US Department of Health and Human Services, as of November 20, 2023, approximately 102 million people live in a primary care Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA), and 77 million people live in a dental health HPSA. A total of 167 million people, almost half of the US, live in a mental health HPSA. This is a critical indicator that healthcare professionals are spread thin. The demand is endless for those who are currently working, causing the Industry to become stuck in a vicious cycle: new talent is hired, overwhelmed with stressful work and long hours, burned out, and turned over. Then the process starts again, all while patients receive lower quality care and the average hospital loses around $4.8 million in turnover costs per year.
Caring for the Carers
In order to break the cycle, healthcare workers need to feel valued and cared for by their employers. This encourages new hires to stick around long enough for more staff to be onboarded and ease the load. Employee recognition plays a crucial role in fostering a sense of belonging and loyalty, which in turn raises morale. Customized recognition, such as a hand-written note or a personalized company pin can help maximize the positive impact, leading to better results than more generic methods. In fact, personalization is one of the five pillars of a successful recognition program: fulfilling, authentic, personalized, equitable, and embedded.
On the Spot
Due to the fast-paced nature of the Healthcare Industry, it can be difficult to take the time to recognize employees. Recognition-worthy moments can easily slip from memory and become lost opportunities for hardworking individuals to feel valued. To capture outstanding performance in the moment, in-field awardsin-field awards are a great option. At Dion, we often create custom charms that can be clipped on to employee badge holders. This allows for immediate recognition, and the opportunity for the award recipient to display their achievement wherever they go.
Take the Time
In the hectic world of healthcare, it can be incredibly difficult to take a moment to express sincere gratitude and appreciation. However, if companies make the effort to properly incorporate recognition into their corporate culture, they can expect a ripple effect of benefits. Higher morale and engagement lead to higher retention, which leads to lower stress from turnover. This allows for better attraction of top-tier job candidates, resulting in better care for the patients and an improved company image overall. Yes, recognition is THAT powerful!
Dion is Here For You
Ready to get started with your custom awards? With over 55 years of experience, EA Dion has expertise customers can count on. Dion’s dedicated Account Management Team guides you through the entire process from design to delivery. We also provide a large array of admin services to help support programs of any size. Getting started with Dion is easy: simply browse our gallery of past products for some inspiration, then This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. give us a call, or fill out our New Project Form for a quote!
