Developing an Employee First Culture Part 1: Getting a Great Start
Presented by Linda M. Shell
Non-Financial: Linda M. Shell has no competing non-financial interests or relationships with regard to the content presented in this course.
Employee First Culture is characterized by a working environment that is focused on a commitment to the well-being of staff and the building of relationships. Because of the trend toward person-centeredness and the focus on workforce development, providers are recognizing a new approach to the Golden Rule (i.e., if we are asking staff to treat others in a person-centered, caring, committed way, then providers should treat staff in a similar way). Because care delivery must be so consistent, it is imperative that employees are the first level of care provided by the organization, and that they are thereby able to share that care model with residents/patients. This course provides an in-depth discussion of the key characteristics of an employee first culture for all professionals in any health care setting. It will offer information on conducting an assessment of baseline status to determine a starting point for an organization. A discussion of the role of the leader in making this paradigm shift and defining a goal for success is also included.
Meet your instructor
Linda M. Shell
Dr. Linda Shell is an advanced practice nurse, consultant, and educator with a passion for developing leaders, delivering quality care, and challenging the status quo of long-term care. As principal of lindashell.com, she collaborates with organizations across the country on education, leadership development, post-COVID…
Chapters & learning objectives
1. Appreciation vs. Recognition
Most organizations implement an employee recognition program. Often times, these programs can backfire and decrease employee satisfaction. This chapter will discuss the difference between appreciation and recognition and why it matters to employees.
2. How Are You Doing With Employee Appreciation?
How is your organization doing with appreciating your staff? Research on workplace culture demonstrates a disparity between how often employees feel appreciated by their supervisor and how often the supervisor believes they show appreciation. This chapter will assist leaders in assessing their current status and provide steps for making improvements.
3. The Role of the Leader
“It starts at the top” is a statement commonly heard in organizations. So is the case for employee first culture. It is essential that leaders role model the values of an employee first culture. This chapter will get you started with steps you can take for successful implementation.
4. Developing Your Appreciation Skills
Showing appreciation towards employees does not come naturally for most supervisors. It is a learned skill. This chapter will help you get started with strategies for appreciating employees—even those employees that may be a little more difficult to lead.
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