Hospital Financial Stability Directly Related to Quality of Care

US National Library of Medicine An in depth study of 109 New York State acute care facilities has confirmed, in greater detail, the equivocal findings by a number of other research projects: that the quality of care, patient safety, and overall experience provided by a healthcare facility is directly related to its financial performance. Through multiple measures of financial performance …

Boost Employee Engagement

Workest (Powered by Zenefits) Employee engagement is vital for successful organizations, and HR departments (and other leadership roles) have a duty to cultivate an engaged, motivated workforce. While there are many factors involved in maintaining an engaged staff, some critical measures include hiring the right people, providing a clear mission, providing necessary tools for success, consistent employee surveys, rewards and …

American Hospitals Throw Away $15M in Unused Surgical Supplies Each Year

Hub – Johns Hopkins University A report published in the World Journal of Surgery found that each year, American hospitals collectively throw away upwards of $15 million in unused surgical supplies. These perfectly usable supplies are discarded, despite their condition – and usefulness to other facilities. The researchers found that some of this waste stems from “bundling,” where surgical materials …

COVID-19 Creates Increased Risk of Healthcare Cyberattacks

Healthcare IT News Global technology company Acronis predicts an increase in cyberattacks on healthcare industry facilities and technology in the face of pandemic-related disruptions. Increased demand for telehealth and digital solutions has led to a scramble for technology adoption, and such urgency is likely to result in vulnerabilities. This could extend to individuals working within the healthcare field because of …