This is a time when large-scale disasters are becoming more frequent, some of them linked to climate change and global warming. This blog looks at healthcare disaster impacts, serious vulnerabilities, preparation best practices, and the need for enhanced disaster recovery planning in healthcare organizations.

As the number of patients served by Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) increases, a lack of digital technology to support enrollment, credentialing and privileging can impede their ability to serve their communities.

The ART Program can reduce preventable deaths by changing how providers think and also changing clinical practice. Reach out to HealthStream today to learn more about how the ART Program can reduce the number of cardiac arrests and improve survival rates.

This whitepaper reviews results from a survey of hospital leaders to gauge their thoughts and perceptions of preceptor training, as well as their successes with their own programs and the impact on nurse success and patient safety.

Streamlining your credentialing and enrollment processes will deliver increased efficiency while allowing you to provide the best care possible. Here’s how CredentialMyDoc can help.

By prioritizing improvements in patient access, healthcare organizations can have a more efficient and financially stable practice.

HealthStream and Sigma have tools that can help you invest in nursing leadership development. A strong commitment to staff development is essential to your organization’s recruiting, satisfaction and retention strategies. In addition to the courseware, Sigma has additional resources to assist in career development, such as coaching and mentoring and offers regular events focused on current nursing leadership topics. To learn more about the courses offered by Sigma, reach out to HealthStream today and learn more about how to build a pipeline of great leaders within your organization.

Navigating the landscape of healthcare reimbursements can feel daunting to many professionals in the field. However, as we look toward 2025, several key trends promise to influence how reimbursements are approached, managed, and optimized. Understanding these shifts is crucial for healthcare organizations who want to thrive in a rapidly evolving environment.

2024 will be a crucial year for healthcare organizations as they grapple with financial challenges. Labor shortages, ongoing inflation, and reimbursement rates will all play a role in hospitals' success. This blog examines the outlook for the industry and explores how AI can help finance leaders navigate these challenges.

In the face of the rising cybersecurity threats, it's crucial now more than ever for healthcare organizations to fortify their defenses, especially in light of the recent advisory by a coalition of top security institutions including the FBI, CISA, HHS, and MS-ISAC.

The right kind of EMS training can help your organization attract and retain EMS staff while helping them maintain certifications. HealthStream’s EMS Program is trackable, affordable and includes a substantial library of more than 70 hours of courseware. HealthStream’s CAPCE-accredited content helps EMS professionals maintain their continuing education requirements while meeting the annual NREMT recertification requirements.

Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy occur in 8-10% of pregnancies in the United States. Patients with hypertension during pregnancy have increased morbidity and mortality due to subsequent cardiovascular disease, cardiomyopathy, and pulmonary hypertension. Furthermore, these conditions are leading contributors to premature birth, leading to increased morbidity and mortality within the neonatal population.

HealthStream has heard from operational leaders who have identified four key quality challenges they are currently facing. Let’s take an in-depth look at each, as well as how operational leaders can use Quality Manager to meticulously address these specific issues, enhance workflow efficiency, and ensure compliance with healthcare standards.

Learn what a skills ontology framework is, why it matters to your healthcare organization, and how you can get started with your own.

In the face of ongoing challenges, it's more important than ever to prioritize revenue integrity and implement effective strategies for growth and financial health. By working together and staying focused on our goals, we can navigate these challenging times and emerge stronger than ever.

As a Joint Commission-accredited, dual diagnosis adult substance abuse treatment program, Bridges of Hope provides a comprehensive and integrated approach to address substance use and mental health disorders.

Without industry standards on defining credentialing metrics, there is no way to benchmark your organization with others. Standardizing six metrics in your organization can help you collect and analyze data and identify opportunities for growth.

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.

Rose encouraged leaders planning 2024 initiatives to consider whether or not they had adequately resourced their initiatives and encouraged them to support their programs with effective and efficient education and a culture of supportive leadership. Contact HealthStream today to learn more about how to support your 2024 quality and safety initiatives.

Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) are gaining ground in the delivery of patient care, offering convenient, cost-effective options for minimally invasive surgeries. Discover the factors driving the ASC market boom and what changes to expect in 2024.