Why Outsourcing (EVS) is the Best Choice for Midwest Healthcare Facilities

Why Outsourcing Environmental Services (EVS) is the Best Choice for Midwest Healthcare Facilities

In healthcare, cleanliness is not optional—it’s a matter of patient safety, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. Hospitals, senior living centers, and long-term care facilities must maintain rigorous sanitation standards to prevent infections, improve patient outcomes, and ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

However, many Midwest healthcare facilities are struggling with staffing shortages, rising costs, and operational inefficiencies when it comes to managing in-house Environmental Services (EVS). The solution? Outsourcing EVS to a dedicated provider can help streamline operations, reduce costs, and ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and compliance.

The Midwest Healthcare Challenge: Balancing Quality, Costs, and Staffing

From Missouri to Michigan, Illinois to Indiana, Midwest healthcare facilities face unique challenges when managing EVS in-house:

• Labor Shortages: The Midwest is experiencing a shortage of skilled EVS staff, leading to high turnover rates and rising labor costs.
• Regulatory Pressures: Healthcare facilities must comply with state and federal regulations, including OSHA, CMS, and infection control guidelines, or risk fines and reputational damage.
• Cost Efficiency: Managing an in-house EVS team requires significant investment in hiring, training, supplies, and technology—all while keeping up with industry best practices.
• Infection Prevention: With seasonal flu, COVID-19, and other hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) posing risks to patients and staff, facilities need an EVS program that is proactive and highly effective.

Outsourcing EVS offers a scalable, cost-effective, and reliable solution.

5 Key Benefits of Outsourcing EVS for Midwest Healthcare Facilities

1. Expertise in Infection Control & Compliance

Outsourced EVS providers specialize in healthcare cleaning and stay ahead of the latest infection control protocols. They ensure compliance with:
✅ CDC & OSHA standards
✅ Joint Commission regulations
✅ State health department guidelines

With the right partner, Midwest hospitals and senior care facilities can reduce hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) and create safer environments for patients, residents, and staff.

2. Cost Savings & Operational Efficiency

Running an in-house EVS department requires:

• Salaries & benefits
• Training programs
• Cleaning supplies & equipment
• Compliance monitoring

By outsourcing, healthcare facilities eliminate overhead costs while gaining access to cutting-edge technology and best practices. Providers can optimize workflows, reduce waste, and implement efficiency strategies that save both time and money.

3. Reliable Staffing & Lower Turnover

Staffing shortages are a major challenge for Midwest hospitals and nursing homes. High turnover disrupts workflow, lowers service quality, and increases hiring costs.

An experienced EVS provider:
✅ Offers fully trained, reliable staff
✅ Handles recruiting, training, and management
✅ Provides consistent service without staffing gaps

This ensures facilities always have the right people, in the right roles, at the right time.

4. Improved Patient & Resident Satisfaction

A clean, well-maintained healthcare facility improves patient experience, boosts HCAHPS scores, and fosters trust in the community. Families selecting nursing homes or assisted living centers want to see an environment that prioritizes hygiene, safety, and comfort.

Outsourcing EVS helps ensure:
🛑 Sanitized patient rooms & common areas
🛑 Odor control & air quality improvements
🛑 Spotless dining & kitchen facilities

A well-maintained facility directly impacts patient well-being and operational success.

5. Access to Advanced Cleaning Technology & Protocols

Outsourced providers invest in cutting-edge technology that many in-house teams cannot afford. These include:
🔹 Electrostatic disinfection systems for high-touch surfaces
🔹 AI-driven cleaning schedules to optimize efficiency
🔹 EPA-approved disinfectants for maximum germ control

By leveraging innovation, outsourced EVS teams improve cleanliness and efficiency while reducing costs.

Why Midwest Healthcare Facilities Trust Yona Solutions for EVS

At Yona Solutions, we provide comprehensive, industry-leading Environmental Services for hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and senior care centers across the Midwest. Our team brings:
✅ Decades of experience in healthcare EVS management
✅ Trained professionals dedicated to infection control & compliance
✅ Cost-effective solutions tailored to your facility’s needs

With Yona Solutions, you get a partner who ensures your facility remains clean, safe, and operationally efficient—without the burden of managing an in-house team.

Let’s Talk

If your healthcare facility is considering outsourcing Environmental Services, let’s discuss how Yona Solutions can help. Contact us today for a customized EVS plan that meets your facility’s needs while optimizing costs and compliance.

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