Nurses at Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital in Baltimore have voted to join the National Nurses Organizing Committee, an affiliate of National Nurses United.
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Where are Leapfrog's 11 'F' hospitals?
Four California hospitals made the list of 11 nationwide to receive an “F” grade in The Leapfrog Group’s fall safety ratings released Nov. 6. New York is the state with the second most on the short list with two hospitals receiving an “F” grade.
Where are Leapfrog's 18 straight-'A' hospitals?
Eighteen U.S. hospitals have received consecutive “A” safety grades since 2012, according to The Leapfrog Group’s fall safety grades, which were released Nov. 6.
California's healthcare minimum wage boost to cost $4B
On Oct. 13, California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a new law that will gradually raise healthcare workers’ hourly minimum wage to $25. Now, weeks later, his administration has estimated the price at $4 billion in the 2024-25 fiscal year, according to the …
Envision eliminates 70% of debt, completes financial restructuring
Nashville, Tenn.-based Envision Healthcare emerged from financial reorganization quite a bit lighter and ready for growth, according to a company news release.
34 hospitals and health systems with great simulation and education programs | 2023
Becker’s is proud to name 34 hospitals and health systems with great simulation and education programs, which provide students and professionals with the opportunity to develop necessary skills in realistic yet controlled environments.
Kaiser posts $239M net income, grows to 40 hospitals in Q3
Oakland, Calif.-based Kaiser Permanente reported $156 million in operating income (0.6% margin) for the third quarter, up from a $75 million operating loss (-0.3% margin) in the third quarter of 2022.
Connecticut attorney general investigating Prospect Medical's 'financial practices'
The Connecticut attorney general’s office has previously said it is investigating Los Angeles-based Prospect Medical Holdings for back taxes it owes the state.
CDC panel backs looser guidance on hospital masking
A CDC advisory committee voted Nov. 3 to finalize a draft of infection control guidelines that recommends healthcare workers wear masks during routine care to prevent the spread of common, endemic respiratory infections — a move National Nurses United …
Walmart expands healthcare reach
In recent weeks, retail giant Walmart has expanded its in-house healthcare options for its massive workforce and made moves to create a lasting brick-and-mortar healthcare presence.
