Building upgrades meant to improve ER wait times
Filed under: Hospital Management, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Patient/Client Communication
More hospitals are taking concrete steps to shorten wait times in their emergency departments. Read more
What puts an ER at risk of closing?
Filed under: Healthcare Finance, Hospital Management, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Medicare & Medicaid News
A recent study in the Annals of Emergency Medicine found three main factors put a given hospital’s emergency department at risk. Read more
Outrageous! Visitor hurt, nurse says: ‘Call 911′
Filed under: Communication, Ethics, Healthcare Human Resources and Staffing News, Hospital Management, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Patient/Client Communication
You’d think if you were hurt in the hospital you’d at least get help quickly. But if you’re at Greater Niagara General Hospital, don’t count on it. Read more
Patient found dead on hospital grounds hours after release from ER
Filed under: Communication, Ethics, Healthcare Human Resources and Staffing News, Healthcare Legal & Compliance, Hospital Management, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Patient/Client Communication
A hospital is facing questions after a recently released patient died on hospital grounds — and after a lengthy wait for someone to actually assist him. Read more
Hospital’s nursing shortage turns deadly
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Under-staffing isn’t just a management problem and a hassle for nurses. A new report shows it can have deadly results.
Emergency planning: Many hospitals fall short
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One-third — or more — of hospitals have glaring gaps in their emergency response plans. Read more
Calling the boss nuts on Facebook? Feds say it’s OK
Filed under: Communication, Ethics, Healthcare Human Resources and Staffing News, Healthcare Technology News, Hospital Management, Practice Management, Special Report
What health care pros can and can’t say online about their employers is up for debate, thanks to an important new legal case. The fallout could have huge repercussions for both hospitals and their employees. Read more
Report: Only half of attacks on ER nurses reported
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A new study by the Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) reveals startling levels of violence against emergency department nurses. Read more
More preventive care being offered in Emergency departments
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A new survey confirms the vast majority of emergency departments are offering preventive services — whether or not they should is a matter of some debate. Read more
Study: Expanded tele-care programs can save more money
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Expanding telephone-based care management programs to larger groups of patients can lower total health care costs. Read more