November 16, 2017

CMS: Two inpatients needed for hospital survey, resurvey

By: Judy Mathias
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Editor's Note

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued a new requirement, effective immediately, that a hospital must have at least two active inpatients at the time of survey, or the survey/resurvey will not be allowed to continue, the Joint Commission reported November 15.

The new requirement does not include critical access and psychiatric hospitals.

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[Free Webinar] Series: Mastering OR Renovations and New Builds
Latest Issue of OR Manager
March 2024
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Mastering OR Renovations and New Builds – Working with Your Team to Navigate Design Challenges and Achieve Superior Results

Preparing for an OR renovation or new build project? You may be asking yourself – where should I begin?

The OR Manager Construction-Renovation Webinar Series will serve as your blueprint to tackle the most daunting, but exciting projects in your career.  This webinar will answer some of your most pressing questions, including:

  • Who should be part of your project team and when should they be involved?
  • How do I make sure the design resolves my current issues?
  • How do you go about designing a new OR suite working within the square footage you have?
  • Do you need an infection control risk assessment?
  • How do I link in the AORN design and maintenance guidelines into my process?
  • What else do I need to know?

These are just some of the considerations to approaching an OR renovation or new build project. 

Join OR Manager in this 3-part complimentary webinar series as we explore real-world experiences and hear from professional experts to help you navigate your journey through design and beyond.

  • Part 1 – Pre-Design and Schematic Design Planning PhaseThe focus will be on strategic planning, identifying project needs, ROI justification, due diligence, and team formation. In addition, we will explore the process for developing floor plans and translating the vision into a design concept. 
  • Part 2 – Detailed Design Development PhaseThe focus will be on the details and placement of specific items within each operating room – from medical equipment to furniture to information technology items to supplies. This phase will also detail the process improvement opportunity for front-line staff to become more involved on any pain points and workarounds.
  • Part 3 – Construction and Activation PhaseThe final session will explain your role during the construction phase and identify the required final activities prior to performing your first procedure. As a wrap up, details on the capital planning process will be shared along with best practices from the pre-design to construction phase linking in the AORN guidelines for design and maintenance of the surgical suite.

 Who should attend:

OR Managers, Directors, Executive Directors, C-Suite and other Perioperative Leadership.

Learning objectives: 

  • Recognize who should be part of your project team to give input on the design.
  • Understand the various phases of the design and construction process, your role in each, and how to maximize your opportunity for success.
  • Gain an understanding of the capital planning process and how the AORN guidelines for design and maintenance of the surgical suite should be linked into this process

Part 1 – Building the Blueprint: Where Do I Begin?
Thursday, March 28
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Eastern

Join us for Part 1 of OR Manager’s Construction-Renovation webinar series as we delve into the foundational aspects of OR renovation and design planning starting with the pre-design and schematic design planning phase – Building the Blueprint: Where Do I Begin?

The pre-design and schematic design planning phase of an operating room renovation/construction project is critical for laying the groundwork for success. In this webinar, we will explore the strategic planning steps from establishing a comprehensive timeline, to ROI justification, to translating the vision into tangible design concepts. We will delve into the intricacies of crafting schematic designs with a specific focus on floor plans and room arrangements. Through case studies and best practices, attendees will gain insights into how to work with your design team in developing plans that meet the overarching vision of the project.

 

  • Understand the components of the pre-design and schematic design planning phase.
  • Gain knowledge on when to engage key stakeholders in the planning.
  • Understand the process that will allow you to translate the vision into a design concept.

Part 2 – Detailed Design Development Phase: It’s All in the Details – Optimizing Workflow and Staff Engagement

 

 

 

 

Wednesday, April 10
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Eastern

Join us for Part 2 of OR Manager’s Construction-Renovation webinar series as we delve into the finer details of design plans to optimize efficiencies while engaging front line staff.

The detailed design development phase of operating room projects marks a pivotal stage where attention shifts to the precise placement of essential items, from medical equipment to furniture to information technology components and supplies. This webinar will explore the intricacies of orchestrating detailed design development in OR projects, emphasizing the importance of optimizing item placement to enhance workflow efficiency and patient care. Additionally, participants will discover how this phase presents an opportunity for frontline staff to actively engage in process improvement initiatives, identifying pain points and workarounds to streamline operations and elevate the quality of patient care.

Learning objectives:

  • Understand the significance of detailed design development.
  • Discuss optimal equipment placement and workflow efficiency.
  • Empower frontline staff and engage them in the design process.

Part 3 – Construction and Activation Phase: Navigating Operating Room Construction and Renovation – From Blueprint to Reality

 

 

 

Thursday, April 25
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Eastern

Join us for Part 3 of OR Manager’s Construction-Renovation webinar series as we embark on the final stage of your OR project.

The construction and activation phase of the operating room represents the culmination of meticulous planning and execution, where the vision transforms into tangible reality. In this final webinar, we will explore the intricacies of the construction and activation phase, focusing on the collaborative efforts between key stakeholders to bring the project to fruition. Participants will also gain insights into the detailed work that goes into obtaining capital approvals, creating comprehensive documents to guide construction activities and finalizing budgets. In addition, this webinar will examine best practices, lessons learned and provide take-home tools for anyone who’s about to embark on an OR construction/renovation project.

Learning objectives:

  • Discuss the role of comprehensive documentation in the construction journey.
  • Explore detailed capital approval strategies.
  • Examine best practices and key takeaways from the pre-design to construction phase.
  • Gain an understanding of how the AORN guidelines for design and maintenance of the surgical suite should be linked into this process. 

[Free Webinar] Data-Driven Strategies for Perioperative Excellence
Latest Issue of OR Manager
March 2024
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Register now by completing the form below. Following the webinar you will be able to take an evaluation and receive 1 CE.

In the evolving realm of healthcare, perioperative leaders and nurses are dedicated to improving outcomes, streamlining operations, and achieving performance excellence. To navigate the growing pressure for efficiency, a profound grasp of analytics is crucial. This webinar, “Data-Driven Strategies for Perioperative Excellence,” combines powerful data insights with practical methodologies essential for realizing efficiency and performance enhancement goals in the perioperative domain.

This comprehensive session dissects key performance indicators (KPIs) within the operating room, addressing obstacles and revealing targeted strategies for success. Perioperative leaders face real-world challenges, and we provide tangible solutions, particularly in maximizing block utilization—an integral component of operational efficiency. Attendees will leave with the confidence to utilize data effectively, driving impactful change and elevating their perioperative practices.

Learning Objectives:

  • Unlocking Opportunities Through Perioperative Data: Acquire the skills to navigate and interpret perioperative data, uncovering optimization opportunities to enhance patient care and operational effectiveness.
  • Fostering Trust and Collaboration Through Data: Learn how to bridge the gap between data analytics and actionable insights, fostering a culture of trust and collaboration among surgical teams and providers.
  • Strategic Measurement of Progress Towards Efficiency: Discover a toolkit designed to measure and track progress towards operational efficiency, ensuring your organization thrives in today’s demanding healthcare environment.

Embark on a transformative journey towards data-driven excellence in perioperative care. This webinar equips you with the knowledge and resources needed to revolutionize your approach, driving meaningful improvements in patient outcomes and operational efficiency. Secure your spot today!

Speakers:

 Annette Alvarado-De Castro, Executive Perioperative Consultant, Fujitsu

Annette Alvarado is Executive Perioperative Consultant at Fujitsu where she specializes in Surgical Capacity Optimization Solutions and Healthy Living Global offerings. She received a Nursing Diploma from Jackson Memorial Hospital School of Nursing with a professional license from the Florida Board of Nursing in 1992. She holds a Bachelors of Science in Nursing, as well as her Masters of Nursing Science and Healthcare Administration from Barry University.  Before joining Fujitsu, she served as Vice President of Professional services and Executive Sponsor for Digital Transformation at Baptist Health South Florida.  She has over 20 years experience in healthcare operations as a leader.  She is a recognized expert in clinical technology and innovative solutions, with past experience as a guest speaker at perioperative events to help clinicians leverage and benefit from advanced technologies.

Claudia Cambero, Senior Operations Research Scientist, Fujitsu

Claudia Cambero is a Senior Operations Research Scientist at Fujitsu Intelligence Technology. She holds a PhD in Operations Research from the University of British Columbia, specializing in Decision Sciences and mathematical modeling for strategic decision-making. Throughout her career spanning over a decade, Dr. Cambero has developed mathematical optimization, advanced data analytics and decision support systems across various industries. Her focus during the last 5 years has been on the ideation and development of Healthcare Transformation projects. In her current role, Dr. Cambero leads the technical design and development of Surgical Capacity Optimization solutions using Fujitsu’s cutting-edge optimization technologies.

 

 

[Free Webinar] Analytics Based Learning Systems: The Answer Starts with a Good Question 
Latest Issue of OR Manager
March 2024
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Register now by completing the form below. Following the webinar you will be able to take an evaluation and receive 1 CE.

Providing reliable and safe patient care continues to be a focus of medical professionals and leaders within organizations, especially as many health systems transition to high-reliability organizations (HRO).

As part of the HRO journey, quality and safety leaders are charged with evaluating data for process improvement. Asking the right questions of the data, in addition to making connections to existing ideas and solutions in new and unusual ways, will drive reliability in your organization. A robust process for asking the right questions and having confidence in the data collection methods allows leaders to drive innovative solutions to patient safety initiatives.

This session will review the process of asking beautiful questions within the five principles of HRO. Real-time data collection methodology in the perioperative arena will serve as an example for patient safety and surgical quality dashboards. Examples of process improvement initiatives based on the reports will be presented. 

Participants will be empowered to replicate these processes in their own facilities to keep every patient safe every time.

Learning Objectives

    1. Quality and safety leaders will learn how to evaluate approaches to using data for process improvement.
    2. After the session, attendees can apply a robust process for asking the right questions and having confidence in the data collection methods.
    3. Attendees will learn how to ask “beautiful” questions within the five principles of High Reliability Organizations.

Speakers:

Aileen R. Killen, RN, PhD,
Director, Perioperative Excellence,
LiveData, Inc.

 

 

Jeffrey Oliver, Lt Col, Ret., CCNS, CNOR,
Clinical Support Specialist,
LiveData, Inc.

[Free Webinar] From Conflict to Collaboration: A Deep Dive into Data-Driven Decision-Making
Latest Issue of OR Manager
March 2024
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Maximizing surgeon and staff productivity and efficient use of operating room time (and minimizing conflict) that arises around surgeon accessibility and efficient use of operating room time is an achievable goal when all stakeholders have the capability to easily access transparent and actionable data. Adopting technology with predictive and prescriptive data analytics drives meaningful conversations, builds a collaborative culture and strengthens multidisciplinary relationships, while improving access to optimal patient care.  

Learning Objectives:

  • Describe how access to transparent and actionable data can help maximize surgeon and staff productivity and efficient use of operating room time. 
  • Explain how adopting technology with predictive and prescriptive analytics can facilitate meaningful conversations and collaboration among stakeholders.
  • Gain insights into how to break through historical challenges of block utilization, scheduling, and resource allocation.  

Speakers:

Nancy Mann, BSN
Client Success Manager, iQueue for Operating Rooms
LeanTaaS
Jenny Desir, MBA, BSN, RN
Client Success Specialist, iQueue for Operating Rooms
LeanTaaS
[Free Webinar] Mastering The Art and Science of OR Scheduling: Challenges and Strategies
Latest Issue of OR Manager
March 2024
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Register now by completing the form below. Following the webinar you will be able to take an evaluation and receive 1 CE.

Surgery scheduling is the nucleus of the Operating Room and has always been a challenge. Historically, surgery schedulers and nurses have employed ledgers, Kardex systems, and a variety of other methods to combat the variability and simplify the process. The use of computers has assisted, but ORs are continually asked to meet the demands of surgeons, staff, and patients.

Join  Aileen Killen, RN, PhD, CPPS, Director, Perioperative Operational Excellence and Jeff Oliver, Lt Col, Ret. Clinical Support Specialist to discuss the challenges of surgical scheduling and strategies that can be employed to mitigate those challenges. Using published literature and expert opinion, we will explore the difficulties and nuances of scheduling, block time, OR policies involving scheduling, surgical suite governance, and patient and staff satisfaction. You will discover how using a comprehensive scheduling software program can optimize OR utilization, forecast demand, provide data for decision-making and process improvement, boost satisfaction for patients and staff.

By attending this webinar, the speakers will shed light on how to:

  • Reduce the burden of common challenges with OR scheduling
  • Empower your team with strategies that can be employed to optimize surgical scheduling
  • Meet the demands of a robust OR scheduling software system

Speakers:

Aileen R. Killen, RN, PhD, CPPS, Director, Perioperative Excellence, LiveData, Inc.

Jeffrey Oliver, Lt Col, Ret., CCNS, CNOR, Clinical Support Specialist, LiveData, Inc.

[Free Webinar] Optimizing the Surgical Workflow: Strategies for Improved Patient Access and Surgeon Satisfaction
Latest Issue of OR Manager
March 2024
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In today’s fast-paced healthcare environment, perioperative leaders face numerous challenges, including increased patient volumes, complex scheduling, and limited resources.  To overcome these obstacles and provide exceptional patient care, it is crucial to quickly identify opportunities in order to streamline the surgical workflow.  The challenges of maximizing patient access, ensuring surgeon satisfaction, and achieving resource utilization in the preoperative space have led to the development of innovative solutions.  

Join Lee Health’s Vice President of Surgical Services to hear how integrated AI technology with a team of experts through their partnership with LeanTaaS rapidly transformed surgical operations following implementation systemwide.   This session will explore how AI-driven data insights is revolutionizing surgical workflow management and enabling healthcare organizations achieve remarkable outcomes. 

Key results include:  

  • 3% increase in prime time utilization
  • 9% increase in staffed room utilization
  • 7% increase in surgical volume

Learning objectives

  • Understand the challenges associated with surgical workflow optimization and potential direct impact to the patient experience and surgeon satisfaction.
  • Explore innovative strategies to unlock OR access and enhance patient access to surgical services.
  • Learn how predictive and prescriptive analytics transform surgical workflow and fosters collaboration among surgical teams.

Speaker:

Cheri Cartwright, MSN, RN

System Vice President of Surgical Services

Lee Health

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