Operational Excellence
TECHNOLOGY
The Internet of Things will continue to grow at hospitals as data become easier to share.
NEWS
Also this week: Olympus validates updated duodenoscope reprocessing instructions and study looks at bacterial biofilms in hospital water pipes.
SUSTAINABILITY
The medical center is working with the American Sustainable Business Council to rid all health care devices and products of unsafe chemicals.
PATIENT SAFETY
Has the increased focus on patient safety impacted your role during the past year?.
NEWS
Also this week: VA invests $22.3 billion in health tech upgrades and New Jersey hospitals partner to reduce C. difficile.
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
CDC Prevention Epicenter examines different infection prevention strategies to help narrow down best practices in reducing HAIs.
NEWS
Also this week: Joint Commission updates its sentinel event statistics, and a new study says location of hand sanitizer stations has an affect on its use by hospital visitors.
SECURITY
Prevention is the most important weapon against cyberattacks and should involve educating everyone within your system.
FIELD REPORT
System design at Jennie Sealy Hospital exceeds Joint Commission standards for ORs.
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
Choir takes patient engagement to a higher level .