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Dear ASHHRA Colleagues,
For most of us, and especially those in human resources, current events can play a dramatic role in our professional lives. The recent deaths of three African Americans under upsetting circumstances and the unrest that has followed, are somber examples of this.
Some hospitals are stepping forward by establishing meetings to provide employees with a safe space to openly discuss what is going on, ask questions and express feelings. Other hospitals and clinics are struggling to find ways to deal with the vast array of emotions that their employees are feeling.
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Tuesday, May 26, 2020 | 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT
Explore how the trauma of this pandemic is affecting our health care workforce and what supports are available as we navigate what the future holds. This webinar will provide understanding, resources and strategies on the basics of trauma, recognizing signs and symptoms of common mental health concerns, and how to access appropriate support.
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This year's celebration of hospitals, health systems and health care workers is taking the form of "A Week of Thanks," where people can participate from the safety and comfort of their homes while health care heroes go to work fighting against COVID-19.
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The semi-annual report includes an analysis of national, regional and state representation petitions and elections (RC, RD and RM) as reported by the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) during 2018 and 2019, and articles written by labor experts about relevant and timely labor issues impacting employers and the workplace.
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American Hospital Association
Sunday kicked off National Hospital Week, 2020. Has there ever been a more important and opportune time to observe it? Hospitals and health systems — and the amazing women and men that staff them — always give their best to keep people and communities healthy. Their mission doesn’t change: Health comes first. This year, of course, the stakes are so much higher for our front-line health care heroes as they are fighting valiantly each and every day to protect and preserve the health of our entire nation amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
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HealthLeaders Media
A report last year explored cognitive overload and its impact on nurse well-being and patient safety. Now, because of the COVID-19 pandemic, these critical topics have garnered more attention and generated much needed awareness.
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Healthcare Dive
Employers should expect workers to embrace telehealth post pandemic, sources said, even if concerns about billing and security persist.
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Kaiser Health News
The nursing schools at UCLA, UCSF and UC-Davis have joined hands in a new one-year online training program for mental health care, as a surge of patients is expected due to the social isolation and economic impact of COVID-19.
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American Hospital Association
Employment at the nation's hospitals fell by 2.6% in April to a seasonally adjusted 5,130,000 people, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported. The bulk of jobs shed were concentrated in ambulatory services, presumably due to the widespread cancellation of elective procedures during the pandemic.
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Modern Healthcare
In this video, Northwell CEO Michael Dowling discusses how lessons from the pandemic spur greater collaboration within hospitals and across the industry.
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Healthcare Finance
The general public experienced a similar arc, though it hasn't sunk as low as that of their healthcare counterparts since the pandemic took root.
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HealthAffairs
Physician trauma is on the rise. Much has been written about the burnout, anxiety, and emotional and physical exhaustion that front-line health care workers experience when treating patients with COVID-19. During a public health emergency, “normal” care may be impossible due to resource limitations and the goal of saving the most lives overall.
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Becker's Hospital Review
Some front-line nurses have decided to quit their jobs, citing inadequate protection against the novel coronavirus and fear for their safety, along with that of their families, according to reports.
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STAT News
This photo essay, showing a day in the life of frontline health care staff at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, is one in a series of reports from hospitals responding to the Covid-19 pandemic.
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