What viral ER drama ‘The Pitt’ gets right about America’s nursing shortage
Hbo drama Shine He quickly captivated the attention of viewers everywhere, not only for his writing and throwing, but also for the reason for life inside the disappearance department, for honest images. While the narrative is artistic, many health workers watching you. This is very far away.
From the chaos triage to the main medical officer of the Senior Hospital, more nurses, hire more nurses in case of return injuries.ShineHe keeps the mirror of the daily experiences of American health workers, especially on the forefront of our nation’s rushes. This emphasizes the labor crisis, which can no longer afford to ignore.
In case of incredible health, we work with 1 million nurses and 1,500 health systems. Our annual reports reflect whatShineDramatizes. The nurses are burdened, underperformed and working in the positions where they are in real physical danger. Our latesttransmitAbout the condition of the nurses, 88% of nurses say that the lack of staff has a negative impact on the patient’s care, and 63% are assigned to many patients at once. Another researchHealthcare managers found that78% do not think that they need staff to restore the large-scale health crisis.
The risk of patients
The risk of patients is very real. Employees contribute to the cargo of unstable patient to manage nurses, increasing the likelihood of missed symptoms for delayed care and combustion that push even more nurses. It’s a vicious cycle that makes us all less secure.
ShineHe also attaches importance to the health workers of violence. Nurses and other health workers are orally harassed, physically striking and emotionally worn, often small institutional support or protection. Half of all nurses tell physical and / or physically attack the patient or their family, and 26% say they will probably leave their work because of it. The result is a growing feeling of fear and frustration that only accelerates from profession. No one should choose between their safety and their call.
Nurses in crisis
WhatShineIt turns out what the data has been told for years. Nurses are not just guardians. They are part of the spine of our healthcare system. And they are in crisis. The fixation of scarcity will not take place overnight, but there are clear steps in the health care system.
It is equally important to the psychological challenges of working in post-election epidemic epidemic, injuries and combustion. Healthcare systems must be prioritized by the security and well-being of the workplace, not only to maintain the talent, but also to respect people who keep hospitals. This may include the establishment of zero tolerance policy for violence against health workers, supporting the legislation, which creates a workload for violence against medical staff and the creation of strong security plans for staff security. Patients and their families can also make their part, remembering that they are human being human. The main courtesy, kindness and patience is right, as health workers are tirelessly to provide care.
At a time when public awareness can cause a meaningful change, it is unfortunate to see such a cultural momentShineSpark conversations about the most important health care issues. But awareness should lead to work for health workers who are still displayed every day and for patients whose lives depend on them.
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