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“Wait… What’s That Again?” — Closing Knowledge Gaps for Confident Bedside Care

The Scenario: Code Brown and the Mysterious Tube It’s 6:37 a.m. You’re on hour 11 of a 12-hour night shift. You walk into Room 204, and Mr. Lewis—your sweet-but-complex post-op patient—is tangled in a sea of tubes. Suddenly, a tech yells: “Hey, do you know what this drain is connected to? It’s leaking!” And in […]
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Winding road graphic with a yellow road sign reading “Patient-Centered Route Ahead,” representing the path toward Joint Commission accreditation enhancements, with the tagline “From Obligation to Opportunity.”

Navigating the Joint Commission Accreditation Enhancements: From Obligation to Opportunity

In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, one constant remains: the need for continuous improvement and accountability. The Joint Commission (TJC)—long regarded as the gold standard in accrediting healthcare organizations—introduced enhancements to its accreditation process in January 2025. These strategic pivots, according to the Joint Commission, were designed based on feedback from Joint Commission organizations to […]
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Smiling healthcare worker in blue scrubs holds a tablet, standing next to a circular text graphic surrounded by red and blue bursts and stars. The text reads: “Stars, Stripes & Staff Autonomy. Celebrating Freedom in the Workplace Without Starting a Compliance Fire.”

Stars, Stripes & Staff Autonomy: Celebrating Freedom in the Workplace Without Starting a Compliance Fire

Ah, the Fourth of July—parades, fireworks, and the sweet scent of freedom in the air. While Americans celebrate independence, it’s a great time to ask: Are we giving our staff the workplace freedom they crave? You might be thinking, “Sure, but we’ve got policies, procedures, and about 47 compliance boxes to check.” Don’t worry—workplace autonomy […]
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Reducing Nurse Burnout Through Education

In recognition of Stress Awareness Month As healthcare leaders, the responsibility to maintain a high-performing, financially sustainable organization while safeguarding the well-being of your staff rests squarely on your shoulders. During Stress Awareness Month, there’s no better time to evaluate one of the most pressing threats to both patient care and profitability: nurse burnout. Burnout […]
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Five Must-Read Books for Healthcare Executives (That Aren’t Boring Business Books)

The role of today’s healthcare executive extends far beyond operational management and fiscal oversight. Effective leadership in healthcare requires cultural intelligence, emotional resilience, ethical clarity, and the ability to navigate complex human systems. While traditional business literature offers foundational tools, it often falls short of addressing the nuanced challenges inherent in healthcare leadership. The following […]
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Webinar Attendee Q&A: Addressing the Nursing Shortage Through Technology and Innovation

March 18, 2025  Attendee Q&A (Answers provided by speaker Jennifer Walker, RN, MSN, NPD-BC, GERO-BC, NE-BC)  We were honored to host so many engaged professionals for our March 18, 2025 webinar, Addressing the Nursing Shortage Through Technology & Innovation. We received excellent questions from attendees—so many, in fact, that we didn’t have time to answer […]
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A conceptual illustration of a dedicated nurse standing at a crossroads—one path leading to an exit sign symbolizing burnout and resignation, the other leading to a warm, well-lit hospital environment where leadership and teamwork thrive. In the background, silhouettes of healthcare leaders offer support, showing appreciation and compassion. A subtle EKG heartbeat line weaves through the image, representing the lifeblood of the profession.

The Secret to Keeping Great Healthcare Staff: Leading with Heart

The halls of a hospital are filled with stories—of resilience, heartbreak, healing, and hope. But, one of the most pressing stories in healthcare today isn’t told in patient rooms or operating rooms; it’s unfolding in staff breakrooms and HR offices, where leaders are scrambling to fill shifts and retain their best nurses, technicians, and caregivers. […]
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Comprehensive Care and Essential Services in Long-Term Care

Long-term care (LTC) includes services designed to support individuals with chronic illnesses, disabilities, or other conditions that impact their ability to perform daily activities independently. Often required by elderly individuals, these services can also benefit younger people facing long-term health challenges. Understanding the breadth of services offered in long-term care is essential for individuals and […]
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