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The Cost of Non-Compliance in Healthcare

The cost of compliance in the healthcare industry is a necessary investment to avoid the far-reaching consequences of non-compliance. While it might be tempting to create in-house training content to save costs, the risks often outweigh the benefits. Professional compliance training solutions offer the expertise, consistency, and efficiency needed to ensure comprehensive and up-to-date compliance education. In the end, a proactive approach to compliance not only safeguards the organization from financial penalties but also upholds the trust and safety of the patients they serve. HealthStream’s ComplyQ and SafetyQ solutions offer the best of both worlds for compliance training and patient safety education, helping organizations reach competence and reduce risk.

August 5th, 2024

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Defending Against Phishing: Strengthening Cybersecurity in Healthcare

Phishing remains a formidable threat to the healthcare industry, but with vigilant training, robust security measures, and ongoing awareness, organizations can significantly mitigate the risks. It is imperative that healthcare providers prioritize cybersecurity to protect sensitive patient data and ensure the smooth operation of essential services. Learn about how HealthStream’s Security Awareness education can help protect your organization from security threats.

July 29th, 2024

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The Vital Role of the 5 Domains of QAPI in Skilled Nursing Facilities

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.

July 27th, 2024

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The Importance of Revenue Cycle Onboarding for New Hires

In the fast-paced world of healthcare, having a well-trained and efficient workforce is crucial to ensuring high-quality patient care and operational success. One of the most critical areas requiring specialized knowledge and skills is the revenue cycle. Proper onboarding of new hires in this department can make all the difference in streamlining processes, minimizing errors, and maximizing revenue. It is critical to understand why revenue cycle onboarding is so vital, and how it can benefit healthcare organizations. Let's explore.

July 25th, 2024

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Clinical Placement for the Future of Healthcare – A Conversation with CommonSpirit MT Region and UW Health

Preparing students for their future clinical placements can feel chaotic and overwhelming, but it is possible to impose some order on the process while reducing risk and improving your organization’s ability to onboard students and easily create accurate reports for your organization and its’ clinical and academic partners. myClinicalExchange can help build competence and compliance while helping to reduce the time and costs associated with the process.

July 24th, 2024

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From Chaos to Calm: An Onboarding Conversation with Prisma Health

myClinicalExchange can help you develop clinicians with a streamlined, more efficient process by moving from manual processes to a solution that shortens onboarding time, simplifies the student placement process, manages affiliation agreements, manages compliance, and provides robust reporting capabilities for users. Contact HealthStream today to learn more about how your organization can simplify its student onboarding process.

July 12th, 2024

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Boosting Regulatory Compliance with Mock Surveys: A Guide for Healthcare Leaders

One of the most effective ways to achieve this is through mock surveys. These proactive assessments not only prepare your team for official inspections but also foster a culture of continuous improvement. To excel with mock surveys, you need a system that integrates your team, encourages discussions on addressing known issues, tracks progress, and nurtures community-wide growth.

July 12th, 2024

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Summer 2024's Top Choice in Healthcare Credentialing: CredentialStream

At HealthStream, we strive to enable our customers to credential providers with ease. For us, there’s no better compliment than a happy customer and we are grateful for the positive feedback we have received to date. We invite you to check out the reviews and leave your own here.

July 11th, 2024

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HealthStream Executive Briefing: CMS Minimum Staffing Standards: What You Need to Know

Cooley encouraged leaders to begin preparing to address the new rule and suggested that leaders: • Take a proactive stance • Have sufficient competent nursing staff • Consider resident preferences when determining staffing • Review and update your Facility Assessment Reach out to HealthStream today to learn more about how Quality Manager can help your facility meet these updated requirements.

July 11th, 2024

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Navigating HIPAA Compliance: Recent and Upcoming Changes in 2024

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.

July 5th, 2024

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Building Clinical Confidence Through Communication: A Blueprint for Success With Perception Strategies

Leaders can build employee confidence and improve retention rates with better communication amongst their staff. To learn more about how to support staff as they learn clear and transparent communication techniques, and to receive a copy of the free communication guide, reach out to HealthStream today.

July 5th, 2024

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Safer Births with AIM Patient Safety Bundles

These Patient Safety Bundles are complimentary for HealthStream customers. Users may simply sign on to access the catalog of content. Leaders may choose to assign this learning to staff or staff may elect to self-enroll. To learn more about the AIM Patient Safety Bundles and how to improve outcomes, ensure safer births, and save lives, contact HealthStream today.

July 2nd, 2024

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The Importance of Facility Assessments in Skilled Nursing Facilities

Investing in a dependable system like HealthStream’s Quality Manager can be a game-changer for skilled nursing facilities, ensuring that leaders can allocate their time and resources efficiently while maintaining compliance and enhancing the quality of care provided to residents.

July 1st, 2024

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Safeguarding Through Education Featuring FinThrive

Improving revenue staff confidence can help ensure reduced denials and improve patient outcomes and safety. To learn more about how HealthStream and FinThrive can help your organization implement more effective revenue cycle education, reach out to HealthStream today.

July 1st, 2024

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Highlights from the 2024 Annual Report on Medical Staff Credentialing

HealthStream’s annual report on medical staff credentialing can help your organization evaluate performance against the results of other organizations, analyze those areas in need of improvement and support you as you present performance improvement initiatives to your organization.

June 27th, 2024

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Learning Without Limits: The Advantage of Unlimited CEs

CE Unlimited’s vast content and rich reporting and tracking features make it easier than ever to support learners with continuous education and licensure resources. Thanks to HealthStream’s trusted content partners and HealthStream’s own content, you can be sure that your staff are receiving the best and most up-to-date content. Reach out to HealthStream today to learn more about how to invest in your team’s development.

June 21st, 2024

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Three Strategies for Mastering Interoperability with Procedure and Policy Management Systems

By adopting healthcare document management systems, organizations can enhance their interoperability, ensuring smoother operations, and better regulatory compliance. These strategies not only contribute to a more efficient workplace but also contribute to an environment of accountability and transparency while reducing risk and improving employee confidence.

June 21st, 2024

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The Impact of Human Connection: The LGBTQ+ Healthcare Community

In this special 15-minute conversation, we discuss leadership’s impact on allyship and equity in the workplace, particularly how leaders can enhance the safe space for the queer community s healthcare team members.

June 19th, 2024

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Navigating the Virtual Nursing Landscape – Chamberlain University’s Guide to Success

Virtual nursing has the potential to revolutionize patient care, while also solving some of the most pressing and persistent issues in healthcare. Leaders can address staffing and retention issues while reducing healthcare disparities and improving quality and safety. To learn more about how HealthStream and Chamberlain University can help your organization adopt this innovative approach, reach out to HealthStream today.

June 19th, 2024

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Five Reasons Why CQI is Important in Healthcare

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.

June 13th, 2024

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