Reference no: EM133845943

We have heard on the news that ever since the pandemic began, Filipino nurses were among the health professionals thrust in the frontline of the battle in controlling the spread of COVID-19. Underpaid, uncompensated, and overwhelmed by working long shifts, some nurses - as early as June 2021 - decided or were at least tempted to quit their jobs. Some nurses cited exhaustion. As manpower continued to shrink, the remaining nurses are left with 12 to 16 hours of work shift per day. The high COVID-19 case count in the country, paired with the slow release of benefits for health workers amid high demand for Filipino nurses abroad have already enticed many to leave. Until now, the exodus of nurses continues to worry many as it might further strain the country's health care system that some feared could soon be on the brink of collapse. Dr. Jose Rene De Grano, President of Private Hospitals Association of the Philippines Inc. (PHAPI), at a recent Laging Handa briefing, said at least five to 10 percent of private health care workers had already resigned from their jobs to pursue work abroad.

Questions:

1. Attracting and retaining staff in nursing practice is not always easy. What do you think is the best way to attract and retain the best nurses during this time of pandemic?

2. What leadership/ management style would be appropriate to prevent exodus of nurses

3. What do you think constitutes good staff management practice?

4. What kind of incentives will you offer to these burned-out nurses?

5. What government intervention should be done to prevent exodus of nurses?

6. How do you see the Philippine health care system if this exodus of nurses continues for a long time?