If you still have staff working from home, make sure they are taking time to go outside, get some fresh air and sunlight. It can make a huge difference in morale and overall well-being.

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As we near the end of the year, many of the healthcare organizations we work with are beginning to look forward and plan for 2024. Part of this planning is updating, or even creating, a strategic plan. Strategic planning can be defined as “a process used by organizations to identify their goals, the str
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As we near the end of the year, many of the healthcare organizations we work with are beginning to look forward and plan for 2024. Part of this planning is updating, or even creating, a strategic plan. Strategic planning can be defined as “a process used by organizations to identify their goals, the str
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Staff Well-Being

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If you still have staff working from home, make sure they are taking time to go outside, get some fresh air and sunlight. It can make a huge difference in morale and overall well-being.

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As we near the end of the year, many of the healthcare organizations we work with are beginning to look forward and plan for 2024. Part of this planning is updating, or even creating, a strategic plan. Strategic planning can be defined as “a process used by organizations to identify their goals, the str
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As we near the end of the year, many of the healthcare organizations we work with are beginning to look forward and plan for 2024. Part of this planning is updating, or even creating, a strategic plan. Strategic planning can be defined as “a process used by organizations to identify their goals, the str
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How to Facilitate a Healthy Environment for Health Workers

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It’s important that we all have healthy working environments, both in the physical sense as well as the mental sense, but when it comes to the high-stress environment of health workers, keeping their work environment healthy can be crucial. Not to say it isn’t crucial in all workplaces, but when your job is to handle other patients and make sure they’re living their best life, and if you are constantly ill or have reached your burnout point, then you’re endangering more than just yourself.

To Keep a Physically Healthy Environment:

  • Keep it clean. In any healthcare facility — be it hospital to walk-in clinic, it’s pretty standard to keep the floors and surfaces sanitized almost daily. Things that should also be considered are vents and air ducts, because if you’re breathing dusty air, it’s going to irritate not only the health care workers, but the patients as well. High and hard-to reach places should also be cleaned regularly, such as the top of a large shelf or behind a television.
  • Do not over-crowd. It’s easy to do when you have a lot of staff working and little to no foot space, which can lead to trips and bumps or scrapes. Keep a clear walking area separate from any filing or machine storage. Also consider keeping every inch possible well-lit to avoid falls or even eye-strain.

To Keep an Emotionally/Mentally Healthy Environment:

  • Practice team communication daily. Sort of like a pre-game huddle for a sports team; set your goals, ask anyone to express concerns or to give praise to anyone or previous goals that were met, and always make sure the health workers are being listened to more than talked at. Keep this kind of communication going throughout the day via computer systems, in person conversations, or handheld devices like pagers, walkie-talkies, or cell phones.
  • Healthy relationships are also very important, both amongst individual coworkers as well as boss-employee relationships. If the workers don’t like the person in charge, or the person who is working alongside them, they’re going to feel more stress and this could contribute to burnout (which is when the health worker gets so overwhelmed that they just don’t care about their work anymore — it’s a work-related depression).
  • Do not overwork your health workers. There needs to be an adequate amount of people to level out the work-worker ratio, if there’s too many workers, then people will get bored, which will lead to carelessness and accidents, but if the workload is too much, then the employees will rush, leading to incorrectly cared-for patients as well as hurried accidents.

Healthcare workers deserve a healthy environment just like any other worker — and really these suggestions can be applied to any service-providing job. Good luck, and stay safe!

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As we near the end of the year, many of the healthcare organizations we work with are beginning to look forward and plan for 2024. Part of this planning is updating, or even creating, a strategic plan. Strategic planning can be defined as “a process used by organizations to identify their goals, the str
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As we near the end of the year, many of the healthcare organizations we work with are beginning to look forward and plan for 2024. Part of this planning is updating, or even creating, a strategic plan. Strategic planning can be defined as “a process used by organizations to identify their goals, the str
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Doctor Shortage

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This upcoming shortage can be attributed to older patients and retiring doctors according to the AAMC. A vital profession that hopefully sees an uptick in interest from young people.

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As we near the end of the year, many of the healthcare organizations we work with are beginning to look forward and plan for 2024. Part of this planning is updating, or even creating, a strategic plan. Strategic planning can be defined as “a process used by organizations to identify their goals, the str
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As we near the end of the year, many of the healthcare organizations we work with are beginning to look forward and plan for 2024. Part of this planning is updating, or even creating, a strategic plan. Strategic planning can be defined as “a process used by organizations to identify their goals, the str
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Want Faster Payments?

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Faster payments and optimized revenue for your health center. That’s what we will begin implementing on day one. Want to learn more? Contact us today!

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As we near the end of the year, many of the healthcare organizations we work with are beginning to look forward and plan for 2024. Part of this planning is updating, or even creating, a strategic plan. Strategic planning can be defined as “a process used by organizations to identify their goals, the str
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As we near the end of the year, many of the healthcare organizations we work with are beginning to look forward and plan for 2024. Part of this planning is updating, or even creating, a strategic plan. Strategic planning can be defined as “a process used by organizations to identify their goals, the str
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Tackle Tasks

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Tackle your most daunting task first thing. If you put it off, you’ll worry about it the rest of the day. Conversely, conquering the scary project, phone call or sales pitch without haste will set you up for an amazing day.

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As we near the end of the year, many of the healthcare organizations we work with are beginning to look forward and plan for 2024. Part of this planning is updating, or even creating, a strategic plan. Strategic planning can be defined as “a process used by organizations to identify their goals, the str
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As we near the end of the year, many of the healthcare organizations we work with are beginning to look forward and plan for 2024. Part of this planning is updating, or even creating, a strategic plan. Strategic planning can be defined as “a process used by organizations to identify their goals, the str
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73% of Physicians

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73% of physicians knew their desired profession before the age of 20! The same survey revealed the majority (61%) of physicians also would recommend their profession to others.

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As we near the end of the year, many of the healthcare organizations we work with are beginning to look forward and plan for 2024. Part of this planning is updating, or even creating, a strategic plan. Strategic planning can be defined as “a process used by organizations to identify their goals, the str
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As we near the end of the year, many of the healthcare organizations we work with are beginning to look forward and plan for 2024. Part of this planning is updating, or even creating, a strategic plan. Strategic planning can be defined as “a process used by organizations to identify their goals, the str
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Optimize Revenue

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Improving your health center’s revenue tends to brighten everyone’s mood. Find out how we can help you seize revenue opportunities and prepare to smile.

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As we near the end of the year, many of the healthcare organizations we work with are beginning to look forward and plan for 2024. Part of this planning is updating, or even creating, a strategic plan. Strategic planning can be defined as “a process used by organizations to identify their goals, the str
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As we near the end of the year, many of the healthcare organizations we work with are beginning to look forward and plan for 2024. Part of this planning is updating, or even creating, a strategic plan. Strategic planning can be defined as “a process used by organizations to identify their goals, the str
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It’s possible to retain healthcare workers, here’s how

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Operating a hospital, health center, or a private medical practice takes a team of workers all moving in the same direction. And it takes more than just doctors and nurses to make this possible. An entire staff of employees including receptionists, office managers, food service workers, and countless others ensures that patients receive only the best care. However, this fast-paced, high-pressure environment can lead to high levels of attrition.  How can you operate an optimized healthcare organization with less retention? Let’s find out:

Have a plan in place

You know the adage, those who fail to plan, plan to fail. Well, it’s true. Craft a complete employee plan that includes everything from onboarding to engagement to promotions.

Onboard with complete training

No shortcuts are allowed when training your healthcare employees. Failing to prepare your workers for the job they are expected to perform can lead to frustration and eventually walking out the door, for good.

Consider a mentor program

New employees that are mentored will feel more comfortable on the job. It doesn’t have to be long in duration, but ideally offering mentors between the first 30 to 90 days can help lead your hires to more successful careers. And less time you must peruse job boards.

Work/Life balance

Everyone needs work/life balance, so of course that includes healthcare workers. Allow your workers to tend to important (and not so important) non-work-related life issues. They’ll be grateful.

Increase engagement

Engaged employees tend to be happier and less stressed. Ensure that you are including all your workers in organizational efforts. They impact your whole operation, make sure they know this with words and actions.

Retaining healthcare workers may be a challenge, but when you plan and follow up with the proper course of action, it’s possible. We know you can do it.

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As we near the end of the year, many of the healthcare organizations we work with are beginning to look forward and plan for 2024. Part of this planning is updating, or even creating, a strategic plan. Strategic planning can be defined as “a process used by organizations to identify their goals, the str
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As we near the end of the year, many of the healthcare organizations we work with are beginning to look forward and plan for 2024. Part of this planning is updating, or even creating, a strategic plan. Strategic planning can be defined as “a process used by organizations to identify their goals, the str
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Digital Solutions

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Moving toward digital solutions can save you and your patients time and money.

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As we near the end of the year, many of the healthcare organizations we work with are beginning to look forward and plan for 2024. Part of this planning is updating, or even creating, a strategic plan. Strategic planning can be defined as “a process used by organizations to identify their goals, the str
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As we near the end of the year, many of the healthcare organizations we work with are beginning to look forward and plan for 2024. Part of this planning is updating, or even creating, a strategic plan. Strategic planning can be defined as “a process used by organizations to identify their goals, the str
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Cutting Edge Security

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The only thing we take more seriously than improving your revenue is security. Utilizing cutting edge security methods like multifactor authentication, we will keep your patients’ sensitive information locked down. Contact us today to discover how we can help your health center.