
A Safe and Healthy Work Environment: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Support Staff Well-Being, Reduce Burnout, and Increase Morale
This session will present an interdisciplinary team's method to reduce burnout. Research shows employee and patient satisfaction are negatively impacted by the burnout of staff. A comprehensive plan was developed to improve morale utilizing a multimodal yearlong approach.
Suggested Domain: Professional Responsibility, Intervention, DEI
Credits: 1.0 PDU
Learning Objective(s):
By the end of this presentation, participants will be able to:
Identify interventions that contributed to a decrease in staff burnout.
Identify staff-driven strategies that enhance morale and foster engagement.
Recognize the positive impact of staff well-being on retention and patient satisfaction.
Please note: All series content and its related certificates will expire on 5/1/2028 regardless of when it is purchased, accessed, or completed. At that point, contents will no longer be available in any form, including as an archive or as a PDU certificate. It is the responsibility of the learner to complete the contents and download and save the certificates for their records before 5/1/2028.

Laila Ramji
MA, CCLS III, CIMI
Laila Ramji, MA, CCLS III, CIMI is committed to supporting the emotional and psychological well-being of children and families in healthcare settings. With extensive experience in child development and family-centered care, she leads a compassionate team that provides therapeutic play, education, and coping strategies to help young patients navigate challenging medical experiences. Passionate about interdisciplinary collaboration, Laila works closely with healthcare professionals to create a supportive environment that prioritizes the mental health and overall well-being of both patients and staff.

Sara Lamar-Sterling
MDiv, BCC
Rev. Sara Lamar-Sterling, MDiv, BCC is a spiritual care provider at UCLA Santa Monica Hospital. With 12 years of experience in pediatrics, maternity, oncology and palliative care, Sara values deep conversations, interdisciplinary collaboration, and fostering staff resiliency.
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