From the FACES Foundation:
The PHIL Award is the only national hospital based program honoring respiratory therapists. It educates hospitals, patients, and families on the critical role these “unsung heroes” play in patient care.
RTs support us from our first breath to our last and every breathing challenge in between. By participating, hospitals show their respiratory therapists that they are valued members of the medical team. Nominations come from patients, their family members and other caregivers. By participating in the program, hospitals are giving their patients a voice.
Partnering with the FACES Foundation allows you to make a meaningful impact, demonstrates a passion for patient advocacy, while also increasing brand visibility, and reinforcing your commitment to the RT profession.
Why Recognize Your Respiratory Therapists?
RTs who feel valued will be more engaged with each and every patient, and are more willing to go the “extra mile”. In today’s changing healthcare environment, with budget cuts and stringent readmission guidelines, engaged RTs are one of your best assets – leading to improved patient outcomes. A solid recognition program helps hospitals recognize, retain and recruit exemplary RTs.
Additional information can be found at www.thefacesfoundation.org.