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Area of Science:

  • Healthcare Management
  • Occupational Health Psychology
  • Workforce Analytics

Background:

  • The Health Standards Organization developed the Global Workforce Survey (GWS) to evaluate healthcare work environments.
  • The GWS aligns with The National Standard of Canada for Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace.
  • Assessing workforce perceptions is crucial for improving healthcare delivery and safety culture.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze findings from the Global Workforce Survey (GWS).
  • To benchmark healthcare organizations' workforce perceptions against industry peers.
  • To highlight the impact of psychological health and safety on Canadian healthcare.

Main Methods:

  • The study utilizes data from the Global Workforce Survey (GWS).
  • The survey measures workforce perceptions of working conditions, safety culture, and care quality.
  • Analysis focuses on key features of the National Standard for Psychological Health and Safety.

Main Results:

  • The GWS provides a framework for healthcare organizations to measure and analyze workforce perceptions.
  • The survey data can identify areas for improvement in psychological health and safety.
  • Benchmarking against peers allows organizations to assess their standing in workforce well-being.

Conclusions:

  • Implementing robust psychological health and safety measures enhances worker well-being.
  • Improved worker well-being positively impacts patient care quality.
  • A focus on psychological health and safety contributes to a more effective and resilient Canadian healthcare system.