The recent and anticipated changes to HIPAA regulations in 2024 represent a significant shift towards enhanced privacy, security, and patient empowerment. Healthcare organizations need strategies to stay informed and proactive while implementing these changes to maintain compliance and continue providing high-quality care. Learn about how HealthStream’s ComplyQ can help your organization stay compliant with ever-changing regulations.

CQI is more than just a methodology; it’s a mindset that compels everyone in a healthcare organization to continuously seek better ways of doing things. When integrated into the culture of an organization, CQI becomes a powerful tool for fostering long-term improvements that benefit patients, staff, and the entire healthcare system. Building and maintaining this culture requires dedication, but the rewards—better care, more efficient operations, and a healthier work environment—are well worth the effort.

The most significant changes to the MDS in the last decade will go into effect on October 1st. Due to far reaching impacts of the MDS process, leaders need to prepare now. Contact HealthStream today to learn more about how to meet these new requirements.

This blog is from a recent webinar, “Scheduling Strategies: Turning Information Into Action.” The webinar was moderated by Sarah Enders, Senior Product Marketing Manager, and featured presenters Terri Epler, RN, Solution Consultant Manager and Sloane Johnson, RN, Solution Executive.

To learn more about how the S.T.A.B.L.E. Program can help your organization improve the quality of care for both sick and well newborns, contact HealthStream today.

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Find out how to assemble the right team, the right approach, and acquire the right tools to discover your single source of truth.

Introducing CredentialStream for Groups at this year's Leaders Conference hosted by Medical Group Management Association (MGMA)! Stop by booth#919 to learn more about our latest innovation and how it can transform your provider data management process to save time, improve accuracy and deliver better provider experiences.

myClinicalExchange empowers healthcare organizations like Logan Health to take control of the student onboarding experience. myClinicalExchange saves time and resources while developing a strong workforce and improving retention. Contact HealthStream today to learn more

Here, we explore common challenges you may face as an IT or compliance leader, and present best practices and solutions you can implement to help reach your organization’s HIPAA and cybersecurity goals.

Growth can create as many operational liabilities as opportunities—especially when training systems don’t evolve alongside care delivery.

It’s time to take control of the way you and your team handle staffing decisions. By utilizing this innovative partnership with Workday and ShiftWizard™, you’ll be able to leverage your time and attendance data to make real-time, cost-effective productivity decisions.

The G2 Summer Awards have arrived, and we're thrilled to announce that CredentialStream® by HealthStream® has been awarded a new badge of excellence.

In the highly regulated world of healthcare, effective policy management is critical to ensuring compliance, reducing risk, and maintaining patient safety. Yet, many hospitals and healthcare organizations still rely on outdated methods for managing policies—at their peril. Using outdated systems can make it challenging to track updates, enforce consistency, and ensure staff always have access to the most current versions. Audits and accreditation reviews can become unnecessarily complex and time-consuming.

As healthcare leaders, your commitment to excellence in patient care is paramount. One of the keys to achieving this is through a robust Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program. The five domains of QAPI—Design and Scope, Governance and Leadership, Feedback, Data Systems and Monitoring, Performance Improvement Projects, and Systematic Analysis and Systemic Improvement—are foundational to the success of any skilled nursing facility. Let’s delve into why each domain is vital and how they collectively enhance care quality.

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.

A large healthcare system located in Florida was opening a new facility and needed a way to address gaps in training for its coding staff.

We understand that financial stress is a significant concern for many healthcare professionals*, which is why we are thrilled to share Plannery’s solution. Plannery is revolutionizing financial well-being for healthcare professionals. Their unique business model has already achieved remarkable results, saving thousands of dollars for nurses, and other caregivers, while improving employee retention in hospitals that offer this benefit.

A comprehensive coding audit requires thoughtful preparation, including identifying its goals and scope, in order to achieve the desired results.

With flu season fast approaching, it’s time to gain valuable insight into how you can leverage your team of nurses and optimize floating in your facility without hurting retention or employee satisfaction.