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Area of Science:

  • Healthcare Management
  • Public Health
  • Medical Ethics

Background:

  • A surge in COVID-19 cases in late 2021 led to critical staffing shortages in hospitals.
  • Salaried health system leaders were called upon to volunteer for nonclinical roles to support operations.
  • The author, a family physician in a population health role, volunteered as a patient sitter.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the author's reflections on the experience of being a patient sitter during a healthcare crisis.
  • To examine the dynamics of "watching and being watched" within a hospital setting.
  • To highlight the importance of human connection and teamwork in emergency departments.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative reflection based on a personal experience as a volunteer patient sitter.
  • Observation of the diverse team functioning within an emergency department.
  • Narrative exploration of the impact of human interaction on patient well-being.

Main Results:

  • The role of a patient sitter provided a unique perspective on hospital dynamics and staffing challenges.
  • Observations revealed the critical contributions of various team members in maintaining emergency department functionality.
  • The experience underscored the potential for human connection to positively influence patient physiological responses, such as heart rate.

Conclusions:

  • Volunteering for nonclinical roles during health crises offers valuable insights for leadership.
  • The "watching and being watched" dynamic has implications for patient care and staff experience.
  • Human connection is a vital, often underestimated, component of healthcare delivery, potentially aiding in patient stabilization.