This blog post explores background checks in healthcare, the elements included in them, and the considerations organizations should keep in mind when developing their background check policies.
It is easy to get started with Workforce Validate. hStream subscribers can fully implement Workforce Validate’s License Product in a matter of days as there is no additional cost and most information required for implementation already resides within hStream. Contact HealthStream today to schedule a demo of Workforce Validate.
Quality OB can help your organization to minimize adverse patient outcomes along with the resulting risk while also improving OB nurse confidence when caring for patients with high-risk, low-volume diagnoses. Contact HealthStream today for a demo.
The 2016 CMS Emergency Preparedness rule establishes new national requirements for Medicare and Medicaid participating providers and suppliers to ensure those facilities are able to adequately plan for and respond to both natural and man-made disasters. What specifically is required?
1,181 medical services professionals (MSPs) were surveyed for our 2023 Annual Report on Medical Staff Credentialing. Process Improvement and Provider Data Management initiatives continued to be rated as the most important initiatives at their organizations. Read on for more detail on their top priorities.
HealthStream is excited to announce that our expertise has expanded beyond scheduling and learning to include medical credentialing.
As the number of patients served by Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) increases, a lack of digital technology to support enrollment, credentialing and privileging can impede their ability to serve their communities.
Learn why an interest in lifelong learning in nursing is considered to be an element of professionalism for anyone working in healthcare, from HealthStream.
In the demanding world of healthcare, nurses play a pivotal role in providing safe and efficient care. To meet the highest standards, nurses must possess a diverse range of competencies. However, with healthcare constantly evolving, nurses must adapt and acquire new skills. Regular competency assessments become the compass guiding nurses towards growth, ensuring they remain confident and competent in their roles.
Administrative burden represents a large amount of time for front-line caregivers. Mandatory education is only a small piece of that burden, but can still cause significant impact on the efficiency of staff. HealthStream’s SafetyQ incorporates both micro-learning courses as well as adaptive-learning paths that can help reduce seat time and increase the efficiency of front-line staff while still helping to ensure that your organization is compliant with federal requirements and able to incorporate industry best practices. In addition, users will find SafetyQ available in a wide range of patient care settings. Reach out to HealthStream for a SafetyQ demo today.
Achieving PTAP with Distinction can be a complex journey without the proper tools. HealthStream’s Residency Program can help support your organization on this journey. Contact HealthStream for a demo today.
Discover how HealthStream's Flexible Scheduling System can boost staff retention. Learn strategies to improve HR leadership and create a more resilient healthcare workforce
Developing and measuring nursing competency in 2020 requires a systematic and inclusive approach that embraces technology and requires accountability from learners and educators.
In this article by Dr. Randy Carden, Senior Research Consultant, from the most recent issue of HealthStream's PX Advisor, we seek to answer two questions that have recently been posed to HealthStream by a client who participates in our physician satisfaction and engagement survey, Physician Insights.
Learn industry-leading best practices healthcare systems can leverage to ensure quality and safety.
The job of Medical Assistant is and is likely to continue to be one of the fastest-growing jobs in the U.S. As healthcare organizations find new ways to incorporate Medical Assistants into their organization to address staff shortages, it is important to find efficient and cost-effective ways to safely incorporate them into staffing solutions. That begins with Medical Assistant Orientation to help ensure that Medical Assistants in your organization are providing safe, consistent and high-quality care.
Clinical student placement can feel chaotic and inefficient for both students and administrators trying to manage the process, but it doesn’t have to. HealthStream’s myClinicalExchange is a streamlined and systematic process that can bring order and efficiency to your clinical placements. Most importantly, a more efficient placement and onboarding process can lead to safer, higher-quality care. It can also reduce the time and the cost associated with this process.
Readiness for neonatal stabilization is important to both short and long-term neonatal outcomes. The S.T.A.B.L.E. program can have a positive impact on student scores and improve their confidence while in the NICU and is a great solution to minimize the impact of reduced clinical exposure to neonates during pediatric residency.
Addressing the complexities of caring for older patients is critical for healthcare leaders. HealthStream has resources to support leaders and providers with insights into those issues and solutions that help provide the best possible outcomes for these patients.
Acuity-based staffing models can improve outcomes, staff satisfaction and financial performance, but require a technology solution to insure safe staffing. HealthStream’s Acuity and Assignment Manager can help leaders synthesize all of the required data to support an acuity-based staffing model.
