Pharmacy Practice, Well-being, and Safety
As the pharmacy landscape has evolved, the scope of pharmacy staff has expanded beyond traditional roles. In recent years, the weaknesses of the system have been put on display as an overwhelmed system challenged the well-being of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians and threatened patient safety.
Through this initiative, we have explored policies and practices that support the expanded scope of pharmacy staff, while maintaining patient safety, and focused on promoting the mental health and well-being of pharmacists and technicians amid growing public health needs.
Facilitating a New Pharmacy Practice Model
Pharmacists have long been regarded as one of the most accessible health care providers. When they are enabled to practice at the top of their education and training, they have more to contribute to the field and patients. We are working to facilitate a new pharmacy practice model that enhances and promotes patient safety – one that also addresses day-to-day challenges, removes obstacles to well-being, and advances practice models for pharmacy staff.
Promoting Well-Being and Mental Health for Pharmacy Staff
As health care providers, pharmacists and pharmacy technicians have always felt the need to ensure the safety of their patients. In recent years, however, stress levels for pharmacy personnel have increased exponentially as they have taken on new responsibilities and seen increased workloads, while at the same time providing patients with top-level care.
Ensuring patient safety starts with a healthy, supported pharmacy staff. Visit our resource page to access tools and information that can help you manage mental health and well-being related to burnout and other work-related stressors.