Nurse executives discuss how they've successfully tackled challenges in the healthcare industry, and what they've learned along the way.
Monday, July 29, 2019

'I think where we can get hung up is, we want things to be perfect before we implement any changes. And then, in the meantime, while we're waiting for perfection, how many patients could have had better care?' says Erin LaCross, DNP, RN, CMSRN, CENP, CNO at Parkview Regional Medical Center and Affiliates.

As a nurse leader, you understand that peer-to-peer connections can be a goldmine for gaining insights into familiar challenges and creating solutions to improve outcomes at your organization. At HealthLeaders, we understand this too. That's exactly why we host our CNO Exchange thought leadership event each year.

In this week's feature story, we highlight the accomplishments of some nurse executives who have attended the CNO exchange in the past. I'm sure their stories will be valuable in helping others shape both the nursing profession and clinical and organizational outcomes.

Also, in this issue:

  • Leapfrog's new never event policy
  • Healthcare leaders' insights on innovation
  • The growth potential of telehealth
 

5 Chief Nursing Officers Who Are Changing Healthcare
Nurse executives discuss how they've successfully tackled challenges in the healthcare industry, and what they've learned along the way.
 
 
Leapfrog Leader Pushes for Adoption of Expanded Medical Error Policy
The nonprofit's expanded Never Event Policy is designed to hold hospitals accountable to their patients and attain high reliability in healthcare. Read on for more details.
3 Takeaways from the HealthLeaders Innovation Exchange
Opportunities and risks abound as healthcare organizations adopt new digital technologies and seek to manage disruption. Find out what other healthcare leaders are saying.
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Pros and Cons of Travel Nursing
Travel nursing offers more money and an opportunity to see new places. Can you thrive in that type of environment? Take a look at the pros and cons of travel nursing to learn more!
Azar and Verma: Competition, Value-Based Models Needed to Fix Our Cost Problem
Both the HHS secretary and CMS administrator cited the competition among Medicare Advantage plans as a model of success.
New Teladoc Health CFO: 'What's Not to Love About Being in Virtual Healthcare?'
Teladoc CFO Mala Murthy says the telemedicine industry is primed for growth due to "demographic tailwinds."
 
 

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CDC: Measles now reported in 30 states including Colorado
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That's all for today. As always, send any tips, thoughts or advice my way at jthew@healthleadersmedia.com or Tweet @jen_NurseEditor.

 

 

Jennifer Thew, RN
Senior Editor, Nursing