Healthcare ’ s Big Disruption : Healthcare Future
elective surgery ” was the lowest rated priority of all 15 items , but it was the top predictor of leader optimism .
One interpretation of these findings might be that leaders recognize the need for long and short-term priorities . They are eager to address the organization ’ s future needs such as improving financial results and incorporating new technology , but they realize they cannot address these priorities until they first address the severe burnout and mental health issues employees are experiencing . If , as the Nurse Grid survey suggests , some 20 % of nurses are considering leaving bedside care or the profession entirely , it will be imperative that executives in our healthcare organizations stem this tide .
Conclusion
In concluding this series of articles , HealthStream sees several significant takeaways . Healthcare leaders are disappointed with the improvement initiatives of the past decade . There was a lot of activity , but the rate of change did not keep pace with changes in the healthcare environment . At this point in time , healthcare leaders report that their organizations have been devastated by the pandemic — both financially and in terms of employee burnout . Moving forward , leaders feel optimistic , but they will have to address their serious personnel issues before they can take advantage of the opportunities ahead .
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