Most folks own an old, beloved pair of shoes. Looking past the worn soles and tearing seams, we hold onto these relics because we can’t bear throwing them out (so much history!) and the initial discomfort of breaking in new footwear (not to mention the upfront price). Holding onto outdated and underperforming human capital management […]
As healthcare organizations aim to effectively rollout, optimize, and manage electronic health record (EHR) systems, partnering with an experienced external consulting and training firm can be invaluable. During major initiatives like EHR implementations, upgrades, or transitions, leadership must ensure their staff is thoroughly trained while minimizing disruptions to clinical workflows. However, most IT departments are […]
The widespread adoption of electronic health records (EHRs) has revolutionized the management and transfer of patient information across the healthcare ecosystem. However, to realize the vision of consolidated data views spanning care facilities, these disparate EHR systems must be integrated through interoperable interfaces. Effective integration weaves together discrete data repositories into a cohesive fabric, enabling […]
Healthcare’s biggest challenge? Finding and keeping qualified staff. According to the American College of Healthcare Executives' latest annual survey, Hospital CEOs cite personnel shortages as their top issue—ranking recruitment woes higher than financial challenges, care quality, cybersecurity, or other perennial concerns. COVID-19 burnout is fueling resignations and retirements by front-line healthcare workers, and those who […]
The OSHA vaccinate or test mandate is officially dead, yet many questions remain for how employers can best move forward this year. Variations on the mandate remain applicable for certain businesses (see healthcare) and in select cities and states. Absent regulation, many companies are still forging ahead with vaccination and regular testing programs. The burden […]
Healthcare IT Leaders was founded on the “Be a Leader” mentality. This catchphrase was coined by our commander-in-chief, Bob Bailey. It’s a rallying cry that guides everything we do. We call everyone in our company to be leaders and show up every day, ready to do their best for others. Every leader has a backstory. […]
Often the need for managed services isn’t recognized until it’s too late, as in when: projects pile up and topple over burnt-out staff timelines run amuck, and it’s impossible to keep up with critical benchmarks financial objectives go out the window, and budgets go haywire We’re working during unprecedented times. Industry-wide, health systems and hospitals […]
At Healthcare IT Leaders, we're proud of the dedicated team we’ve built since opening our doors in 2011, and much of our success is due to positive word-of-mouth and referrals from our loyal consultants. In 2021, to mark our 10th anniversary, we announced a referral contest for our consultants with a new Tesla as the […]
While many employers are breathing a sigh of relief now that the U.S. Supreme Court has blocked OSHA’s vaccinate-or-test mandate, the difficult and daily challenge of managing COVID-19 risks in the workplace doesn’t go away. COVID-related absenteeism is on the rise, return-to-work plans are on hold, and Omicron-fueled outbreaks continue to cause short-term worksite closures […]
Heraclitus said, “You cannot step into the same stream twice.” This metaphorical insight is frequently acknowledged but oft not appreciated. All things, both living and inanimate, are changing. We have no choice, as change is inevitable, but managing change is possible. Without planning and consideration, we may be swept away by the turbulence when we […]
Staying productive throughout the workday can sometimes feel like an impossible feat. Indeed, numerous studies show it's highly challenging to maintain a consistently high work output throughout the day, regardless of how many cups of coffee we have in hand. But the science of productivity also offers several practical ways (besides a caffeine addiction) to […]
As experts in health IT staffing, we keep close tabs on the ever-evolving employment landscape. Below are a few of the emerging industry trends that we’re watching, along with our advice for job seekers navigating this unique and fluid market. Job Flexibility (WFH) One does not need a crystal ball to predict that the pandemic […]