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Addressing Healthcare Disparities to Achieve Health Equity

On a universal level, every action, procedure, or decision involved in healthcare should optimize the possible outcomes that can be achieved as a result of care.

November 3rd, 2021
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Using Assessments and Training to Improve Conditions of Participation

Conditions of Participation are qualifications developed by CMS that healthcare organizations must meet in order to begin and continue participating in federally funded healthcare programs (Medicare, Medicaid, CHIPS, etc.) This article examines new ways healthcare organizations can use assessments and training to ensure staff understand and are adhering to policies that support compliance.

April 1st, 2021
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Developing Critical Thinking Skills: The Key to an Effective Onboarding Program for New Nurses

Healthcare organizations must work quickly & efficiently to fight shortages & ensure staff is equipped to provide quality patient care. This article outlines the ways to assess & develop nurses for the ability to think critically.

April 1st, 2021
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Hot Topics in Healthcare Compliance

At Health Care Compliance Association’s (HCCA) 4th Annual Enforcement Conference, attendees were treated to a variety of hot topics from experts in the field. Topics included new developments with the False Claims Act, Cybersecurity and Privacy Risks, the changing regulatory landscape relating to opioids, and the anatomy of a corporate integrity agreement.

April 1st, 2021
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How COVID-19 has exacerbated the burnout crisis in U.S. nursing

Learn more about some recent findings that are drawing more attention to the nurse burnout problem in the United States. In this article there are examples of some root causes, with helpful suggestions that will help build resilience in each of the healthcare professionals. Not only are there ways for organizations to make a positive impact against nurse burnout, but healthcare leaders can model empowering behaviors in the interest of combating this problem.

April 1st, 2021
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Using Assessments and Training to Improve Conditions of Participation

Conditions of Participation are qualifications developed by CMS that healthcare organizations must meet in order to begin and continue participating in federally funded healthcare programs (Medicare, Medicaid, CHIPS, etc.) This article examines new ways healthcare organizations can use assessments and training to ensure staff understand and are adhering to policies that support compliance.

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Top Reasons to Automate and Standardize Privileging with CredentialStream’s Privilege Solution

Specialty certification goes beyond the required state and local licensure requirements. Certification acknowledges clinical knowledge, experience, expertise, and judgement within a specialty. Let us show you how CE Unlimited can help with recruitment and retention.

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The Power of Education: Fostering Employee Happiness and Enhancing Business Performance

Continuing education and professional development directly impact employees’ knowledge, confidence, and job satisfaction, improving their performance. It may also be the key to creating a happier staff, given its significance to employee competence and confidence. If educational opportunities help improve employees’ happiness, it makes sense that such offerings would be beneficial to the company and its employees. Here, we take a look at a few ways in which this investment is worthwhile.

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Surgical Orientation Education Guide

Discover how HealthStream Surgical Orientation equips scrub nurses, circulating nurses, surgical techs, first assistants, pre-op, and post-op nurses with the skills they need to deliver exceptional care.

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Solutions to Care for an Aging Population

More than 10,000 U.S. adults are turning 65 each day. As the population ages, they generate a number of critical issues and trials for an industry that is already dealing with financial problems, severe staffing shortages, and provider burnout. The following are some of the unique challenges to be prepared for as a large proportion of our population ages over the next decade.

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Simplify Your Search for a New Scheduling Solution

At HealthStream, it’s our goal to help you find the ideal solution for your staff. While finding a new scheduling solution might seem overwhelming, we see it as an opportunity for you to optimize your processes, increase productivity, and elevate the quality of care your team provides. The right scheduling system can also increase employee satisfaction, engagement, and retention. That’s why we created a comprehensive guide for you to utilize as you begin your search.

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RCM Education: A Sound Investment in Turbulent Times

As healthcare organizations face significant financial uncertainty due to rising costs, reimbursement challenges, and economic fluctuations, they must look for ways to optimize their revenue cycle management (RCM). Along with technological advancements in RCM, focused and comprehensive RCM education is a vital step in improving operations and profitability in today’s market.

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Reviewing the ART Program

Meet the founder and uncover the process leading to impactful results.

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How COVID-19 has exacerbated the burnout crisis in U.S. nursing

Learn more about some recent findings that are drawing more attention to the nurse burnout problem in the United States. In this article there are examples of some root causes, with helpful suggestions that will help build resilience in each of the healthcare professionals. Not only are there ways for organizations to make a positive impact against nurse burnout, but healthcare leaders can model empowering behaviors in the interest of combating this problem.

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Meaningful Support in the Transition to Practice

In 2012, the Hawai’i State Center for Nursing established the first nurse residency program partnership in the nation. The Hawai’i Nurse Residency Program (HNRP) is a collaborative partnership between healthcare facilities and schools of nursing with an intended goal of supporting new nurse transition to practice, as well as incentivizing new nurses to stay at facilities within the state beyond their first year of practice. As of 2021, there are 14 partner hospitals covering all counties within the state and the scope continues to expand.

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Find the right LXP for your healthcare organization

Choosing a Learning Experience Platform for healthcare is a critical decision. The Healthcare LXP Buyer’s Guide gives you expert insights, key features to look for, and a step-by-step evaluation checklist to help you compare top solutions. Whether you're focused on clinical training, regulatory compliance, or workforce development, this guide helps you align your learning strategy with real healthcare needs.

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Is Healthcare Prepared for a New Generation of Patients… & Employees?

Healthcare systems in particular need to be ready to welcome a new generation of medical staff and care for a new generation of patients—ones that come with expectations, needs, and skillsets that will impact the way healthcare systems operate.

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Hot Topics in Healthcare Compliance

At Health Care Compliance Association’s (HCCA) 4th Annual Enforcement Conference, attendees were treated to a variety of hot topics from experts in the field. Topics included new developments with the False Claims Act, Cybersecurity and Privacy Risks, the changing regulatory landscape relating to opioids, and the anatomy of a corporate integrity agreement.

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Healing Hearts with jane:

This study explored the correlation between the scores from jane and the CMS-reported mortality rate for MI patients.

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Developing Critical Thinking Skills: The Key to an Effective Onboarding Program for New Nurses

Healthcare organizations must work quickly & efficiently to fight shortages & ensure staff is equipped to provide quality patient care. This article outlines the ways to assess & develop nurses for the ability to think critically.