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Congratulations Stefanie Newman MSN RN NEA-BC!! For those of us for whom this is greek The Magnet Recognition Program and Quality Improvement in Nursing Nursing excellence is crucial because it guarantees that more patients receive high-quality, long-term, and cost-effective care.[9] Institutions that receive the Magnet credential tend to have happier nurses, higher levels of patient satisfaction, and better clinical experiences or outcomes.[5] Hospitals seeking this accreditation must undergo a thorough on-site study and evaluation. Magnet provides a framework for quality improvement as well as a systematic method for involving employees in the decision-making and improvement process. This is an excellent resource for those wishing to inspire and drive their teams. Magnet designation benefits patients, nurses, and healthcare institutions.[10]

This article from Dr Shaba Nabi shares the story of an exceptional caring journey and has certainly brought a few of us to tears. Working in care, and the care profession has such a profound impact. https://shorturl.at/ajyUX

As a healthcare provider, Mercy is committed to providing the best possible care to its patients. That's why we rely on Mercy Technology Services (MTS) to support our mission. MTS plays a critical role in pioneering a new model of care by building and managing Mercy's gold star-rated Epic electronic health record, conducting groundbreaking work in data analytics to improve patient care, and ensuring easy access to Mercy services through the MyMercy patient portal, our website, on-site systems, and more. MTS' hard work has paid off. We're proud to announce that MTS was named one of the Most Wired by CHIME. But that's not all. One of MTS' most important duties is ensuring the availability and security of patient health records. That's why we invested $60 million in building a state-of-the-art data center in Washington, Missouri, with fail-safe features that can withstand a variety of natural events, power or water interruptions, and even building failures. Plus, a second data center in Sunset Hills, Missouri, runs every system in parallel to ensure maximum uptime. At Mercy, we believe that better data leads to better care. That's why we've been collecting clinical data for more than a decade. MTS' experts use cutting-edge analytics tools to learn from that data, finding which processes and products lead to better patient experiences. By doing so, we have reduced mortality rates by 50% for patients with heart failure, pneumonia, and colectomy patients. We are also preventing more than 17,000 unnecessary blood transfusions every year and decreasing the time it takes to administer a diuretic to patients with heart failure by nearly three hours. At Mercy, we're committed to providing the best possible care to our patients. And with MTS' help, we're making great strides towards that goal. #Healthcare #ITJobs #DataScience #Jobs #Analytics https://lnkd.in/gDAi4X8s

We know that having a conversation about senior care is a tough one, especially when it comes to one of your loved ones. That's why we focus on making the discussion as painless and as helpful as possible. We offer no-obligation phone calls so you can start the conversation. Start here: #seniors #seniorcare

It’s Caregiver Appreciation Day! Check out my blog post to see some easy ways to appreciate the caregivers in your life!

Dr. Tyra Francis of San Antonio, TX, talks with Great Day SA (KENS 5) about the importance of having a #primarycare provider and how we are delivering high-quality, compassionate care for our patients. Watch here: https://lnkd.in/drXPQKjM

The NHS is undergoing creeping privatisation, which is leading to avoidable deaths. Since 2012 local health bodies have been forced to put some contracts for services out to private companies, at tax-payer expense. This means healthcare is not always as quick and effective as it should be, leading to worse care and a rise in deaths. And competition has led to cost-cutting and As Ben Goodair notes, ‘While some have argued the Health and Social Care Act would improve the performance of health services by increasing competition, our findings add merit to longstanding concerns it could instead lead to cost-cutting and poorer health outcomes.’ Last year We Own It organised a rally in Parliament Square to highlight these unnecessary deaths. Here is a short documentary film about the day: This Wonderful Service (5mins, 2024)  https://lnkd.in/e4JFyFcu

I’m excited to share the announcement of InStride’s newest partnership with Saint Peter’s Healthcare System! Located in New Brunswick, New Jersey, Saint Peter’s is a visionary healthcare system driven by the mission of delivering patient-centered care in the communities whom they serve. What’s especially impressive about Saint Peter’s is their commitment to ensuring that ALL employees can advance their careers. Senior-level employees who have already chosen a career path can advance their education using Saint Peter’s legacy tuition reimbursement program. Nothing is changing on that end. But they’re now using InStride to complement those efforts. Saint Peter’s entry- and mid-level employees can now discover career paths that fit their skills and interests. And, they can get the education they need to move into these new careers at no cost to them. Saint Peter’s employees get access to transformational education opportunities. Saint Peter’s can address some of their persistent talent supply challenges. It’s a win-win. https://lnkd.in/gmSntXVu #workforcedevelopment #healthcareworkforce #talentdevelopment #clinicaltraining #alliedhealthcare

One of our affiliate pharmacies, TIM'S PHARMACY & GIFT SHOP, LTD., has some exciting news to share! REMODEL UNDERWAY ... From modernizing the layout to enhancing services, every detail is being meticulously executed with their patients in mind. The community of Yelm, WA is in for a treat. Follow TIM'S PHARMACY & GIFT SHOP, LTD. for updates and to witness the transformation. CPG pharmacies are continuously striving to be the beacon of health and wellness in their communities, and Tim's Pharmacy is a shining example of how it's done. #pharmacytransformation #pharmacyremodel #independentpharmacy #locallyowned #pharmacy #pharmacylife #smallbusiness

As we round up for the Easter break, what's a great example of leadership you've seen recently? Here's an example of visionary leadership from Shlomit Schaal, MD, PhD, MHCM and her team at HOUSTON METHODIST HOSPITAL. Recognising and appreciating the intrinsic value of your leaders as whole human beings and not just professionals has a ripple effect. Everyone starts feeling better about themselves and will be more likely to interact with and encourage others in the same way. It's a win-win. Bravo to Houston Methodist for modelling this so well. How can you encourage your team? Own your #value Use your #VO1CE