Minority Nurse

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

. “A 2015 systematic review of ten randomized controlled trials found that NPs ‘ demonstrated equal or better outcomes than physician groups for physiologic measures, patient satisfaction, and cost.’ ’ Our ability to foster trust is the cornerstone of these positive outcomes.”

Acute Care 119

Acute Care Patient Care Collaboration Patient Satisfaction 119

Relias

MARCH 1, 2023

A CarePort report found that more patients prefer to receive post-acute care at home instead of in nursing homes and SNFs. Reduce readmissions The CMS Hospital Readmissions Reduction Program reduces payments to acute care facilities with a high 30-day readmission rate.

Hospital 52

Hospital Acute Care Discharges Patient Satisfaction 52

Guideway Care

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Effective TCM programs include key components such as comprehensive discharge planning, medication reconciliation, and patient education, which collectively enhance patient engagement and outcomes. The critical nature of provider communication cannot be overstated, especially for its role in mitigating readmission risks.

Discharges 52

Discharges Follow-Up Patient Satisfaction Transfers 52

Relias

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Care coordination aligns with the principles of value-based care , which aims to improve the quality, safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of health care while reducing costs and waste. It can help reduce unnecessary hospitalizations, readmissions, and ED visits and improve patient outcomes, satisfaction, and safety.

Care Plan 52

Care Plan Patient Satisfaction Acute Care Collaboration 52

Relias

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

In severe cases, it can lead to physical symptoms like insomnia, weight changes, or even cardiac problems.

Conflict Resolution 98

Conflict Resolution Teamwork Communication Collaboration 98

Guideway Care

JANUARY 14, 2025

Hospitals participating in BPCI have implemented diverse strategies for improving quality and have seen widespread uptake both within hospital settings and throughout post-acute care. Utilizing predictive analytics is crucial in controlling expenses while simultaneously advancing patient outcomes.

Patient Experience 52

Patient Experience Acute Care Discharges Collaboration 52

Relias

MARCH 17, 2022

By understanding how DEI affects both employees and patients, healthcare organizations can improve workplace culture while providing better care. Ensuring DEI efforts are in place and effective will help healthcare organizations improve communication, increase patient satisfaction, and ultimately deliver higher-quality care.

Best Practices 98

Best Practices Follow-Up Communication Scheduling 98

Guideway Care

JANUARY 14, 2025

In bundled payment models, patient advocacy plays a pivotal role in improving care coordination, patient satisfaction, and adherence to treatment plans. This blog explores how patient advocacy enhances care quality, addresses social determinants of health, and supports bundled payment success.

Patient Advocacy 52

Patient Advocacy Patient Satisfaction Discharges Hospital 52

Minority Nurse

OCTOBER 22, 2024

They play a crucial role in improving patient outcomes , reducing healthcare costs, enhancing patient satisfaction, and bridging gaps in care. Case managers are adept at helping patients navigate the complex healthcare system.”

Certification 52

Certification Insurance Acute Care Patient Satisfaction 52

Relias

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

When implemented effectively, a 12-hour workday can help: Increase patient satisfaction — For most patients, a stay in the hospital causes fear and uncertainty. Longer shifts decrease patient handoffs — instead of three or more nurses attending to a patient during a single day, a patient may only need two nurses.

Patient Safety 52

Patient Safety Patient Satisfaction Scheduling Hospital 52

Relias

MAY 24, 2023

Outcome regression models revealed that a 4:1 patient-to-nurse ratio would have decreased the number of patient deaths and reduced patient length of stay by a total of 40,000 days, saving the healthcare systems a combined $117 million per year.

Patient Safety 52

Patient Safety Unit Organization and Environment Huddles/Rounds De-Escalation 52

Relias

MAY 24, 2023

Outcome regression models revealed that a 4:1 patient-to-nurse ratio would have decreased the number of patient deaths and reduced patient length of stay by a total of 40,000 days, saving the healthcare systems a combined $117 million per year.

Patient Safety 52

Patient Safety Unit Organization and Environment Huddles/Rounds De-Escalation 52

Relias

JANUARY 11, 2023

Before value-based care (VBC) started to emerge, public and private payers were actively seeking to lower costs. One approach was the managed care model, which focused on managing risk and containing costs. It was largely unsuccessful because it deprioritized quality and patient satisfaction.

Patient Satisfaction 52

Patient Satisfaction Tests Billing Medical Coding 52

Relias

MARCH 4, 2024

In one widely reported incident involving a fatal medication error , the nurse noted that her fatigue from working a double shift the previous day played a major role in the negative patient safety outcome that occurred.

Patient Safety 52

Patient Safety Unit Organization and Environment Critical Thinking Patient Satisfaction 52

Relias

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

These conditions can impair the quality and safety of care, increase the risk of errors and adverse events, reduce patient satisfaction, and contribute to staff turnover and absenteeism. Nurse depression and anxiety can have serious consequences for both the individual and the organization.

Patient Satisfaction 52

Patient Satisfaction Scheduling Communication Time Management 52

Relias

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The program is expected to bring significant benefits to IHS and its partner organizations, such as: Improving patient safety and quality of care by reducing errors, duplications, and delays in diagnosis and treatment Increasing patient satisfaction and engagement by providing online portals, mobile apps, and telehealth services Reducing costs and (..)

Collaboration 52

Collaboration Follow-Up Patient Satisfaction Continuing Education 52

Relias

JULY 4, 2023

Missed revenue targets can affect care quality and decrease patient satisfaction. Revenue can suffer without efficient coordination, especially in your accounting and clinical departments. They can also create poor working conditions, which can lead to low staff retention.

Follow-Up 52

Follow-Up Medical Coding Documentation Best Practices 52

Relias

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Results from an analysis can systematically uncover where the greatest gaps are occurring — which oftentimes can be the areas of greatest risk, whether they are in patient safety, care quality, patient satisfaction, organizational reputation, or other major pain point.”

Patient Safety 52

Patient Safety Hospital Best Practices Patient Satisfaction 52

Scrubs

APRIL 28, 2023

The Advanced Care at Home Program does not limit the role of nurses in hospitals,” Kaiser said in a public statement. “The Kaiser Permanente Advanced Care at Home is an innovative person-centered program rooted in quality, safety and patient satisfaction. Kaiser has been using the program since 2020.

Patient Satisfaction 242

Patient Satisfaction Hospital Follow-Up Acute Care 242

Practice Index

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

She added: “Through taking this quick and easy step, practices can gain access to a range of training, resources and guidance that can be used to make a real difference to the way they identify, support and refer their veteran patients.” By September, 72% of patients reported being satisfied with their attempts to contact their practice.

Huddles/Rounds 52

Huddles/Rounds Appointments Acute Care Patient Satisfaction 52

Relias

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Better patient outcomes : The USF study attributed decreased patient length of stay to several transformational leadership behaviors that led to better staff engagement and higher adherence to safe practices.

Patient Safety 52

Patient Safety Teamwork Patient Satisfaction Collaboration 52