Category: Channels

Geisinger lowers workplace violence incidents

As hospitals and health systems continue to grapple with escalating violence, Geising has seen success in their security measures, the American Medical Association said.

Arkansas hospital taps chief nursing officer

Hot Springs, Ark.-based Levi Hospital appointed Traci Baker, MSN, RN, as chief nursing officer, The Sentinel-Record reported Nov. 18.

How Cleveland Clinic, Mayo, Mount Sinai are innovating in digital

Many health systems are focusing on digital innovation to boost the patient experience and reduce administrative work for clinicians.

Lee Health to launch hospital-at-home program

Fort Myers, Fla.-based Lee Health is planning to launch an acute hospital at-home program and expand its remote patient monitoring program. 

Strong bond rating 'attests to Wellspan's strategy and execution,' CFO says

Fitch Ratings has reaffirmed WellSpan Health’s “AA-” bond rating, citing its strong financial profile and leading position in central Pennsylvania.

CareMax files for bankruptcy: 8 things to know

Miami-based CareMax, a senior healthcare provider, sought Chapter 11 protection Nov. 17 and has entered into an agreement with Revere Medical to sell its management services organization and core clinic business assets. The transactions are part of a p…

Northwell NYC nurses to receive up to $29K pay hike in new deal

Members of the New York Professional Nurses Union have voted to approve a tentative agreement with their employer, New Hyde Park, N.Y.-based Northwell Health.

Ransomware attack on Oklahoma hospital impacts over 133,000 individuals

A ransomware attack on Great Plains Regional Medical Center in Elk City, Okla., has compromised the personal information of 133,149 individuals.

HCA Florida hospital taps CFO

Oviedo (Fla.) Medical Center, part of Nashville, Tenn.-based HCA Healthcare, has named Elliott Lovett CFO, according to a Nov. 15 post on his LinkedIn page. 

10 health systems grow hospital at home

Hospitals and health systems continue to roll out hospital-at-home programs to treat acute care patients in their homes.