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Feedforward vs. Feedback: What’s Better for Your Organization?
“Feedback” doesn’t work. What your healthcare organization needs is “feedforward.” Learn how to move beyond feedback with HealthStream.
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Nursing Certifications | Why They Matter
Ready to take your nursing career to the next level or support the nurses on your team? Learn more about nursing certifications and how HealthStream can help.
November 12th, 2024
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The Benefits of Nurse Residency Programs
Wondering if your hospital needs a nurse residency program? Find out why NRPs are so valuable and how you can start your own.
November 5th, 2024
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No Mother Left Behind: Effective Solutions for Obstetric Care and Support
Maternal mortality rates in the United States are the worst among developed countries and reports show that the rates have been rising over the past several years and continue to climb.
November 1st, 2024
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HealthStream earns NEW patent for its Privilege with CredentialStream technology!
HealthStream® received a patent for its innovative solution for healthcare provider privileging. We consider this patent award a milestone, as it is one of the industry’s first patented privileging process. Our industry-leading credentialing solution, CredentialStream®, earned the patent in August for its Privilege technology, which contains a curated privileging library; smart logic that automates the evaluation of qualifications, credentials, and competencies; online reviewers’ functionality to analyze, discuss, and grant privileges; and national, proprietary benchmarks among other features.
October 31st, 2024
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Why You Should Adopt a Team Approach for Surgical Orientation
Traditional training methods to ensure quality and patient safety during surgeries and perioperative processes may not be the most effective way to train your surgical team, panelists said in a recent webinar we hosted.
October 23rd, 2024
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CredentialStream named the top credentialing software by G2
CredentialStream® by HealthStream® was awarded G2’s Fall Leader 2024 badge in the healthcare credentialing software category.
October 23rd, 2024
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Creating a Culture of Compliance in Healthcare: Meeting CMS and OSHA Requirements
Creating a culture of compliance has significant benefits for healthcare organizations. Meeting regulation requirements from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is key.
October 22nd, 2024
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How Network by HealthStream Helps Health Plans Comply with Key Healthcare Laws and Accrediting Bodies
Network by HealthStream® supports adherence to laws and standards, thereby contributing to a reliable and transparent healthcare system.
October 21st, 2024
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Essentials for New Emergency Nurses: The ENA Clinical Novice Pathway
ED nurse onboarding is as essential for key measures such as job satisfaction, retention, and employee engagement as it is for clinical development. HealthStream has solutions to help provide your new ED nurses with the latest, most engaging education and can provide them with an optimal onboarding experience. Reach out to HealthStream today to learn more.
October 14th, 2024
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Improving Clinical Judgment and Cardiac Patient Outcomes
Excellent clinical judgment is essential when caring for patients, especially cardiac patients, who require healthcare professionals to make life-and-death decisions in split seconds. ART, an advanced resuscitation training program, aims to use technology to improve clinical judgment models and prevent patients from going into cardiac arrest. Using the ART Program, available exclusively through, proactive hospitals can improve competence, clinical judgment, patient safety, and clinical outcomes.
October 11th, 2024
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Innovative Staff Development Solutions to Combat Burnout in Nursing Teams
Healthcare leaders struggle to develop ways to lessen nurse burnout. Effective leadership strategies, such as staff training, well-being programs, and building resiliency, help mitigate work-related physical and emotional exhaustion. This mindset is essential for robust nurse retention.
October 11th, 2024
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The Risks of Ineffective Core Surgical Training in your Team
Ineffective surgical training increases the clinical and operational risks of healthcare organizations. Clinical risks include increased patient errors, inconsistent surgical quality, poor patient outcomes, and increased surgical infection rates. Operational risks include increased cost, flow inefficiencies, high staff turnover, and negative team dynamics.
October 9th, 2024
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A Clinical Development Plan to Manage Hypertension During Pregnancy
Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy occur in 8-10% of pregnancies in the United States. Patients with hypertension during pregnancy have increased morbidity and mortality due to subsequent cardiovascular disease, cardiomyopathy, and pulmonary hypertension. Furthermore, these conditions are leading contributors to premature birth, leading to increased morbidity and mortality within the neonatal population.
October 9th, 2024
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Customer Insights from Northeast Georgia Medical Center
HealthStream and ShiftWizard can help your organization by providing effective scheduling, as well as credentialing, learning, and clinical development. To learn more about how to implement this solution in your organization, reach out to HealthStream today.
September 30th, 2024
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Denials Management: Challenges and Opportunities for Improvement
Managing denials is a critical aspect of the revenue cycle for healthcare organizations, yet it often feels like navigating a maze full of obstacles. The challenges in denials management can include complex coding errors, lack of proper documentation, and insufficient understanding of payer requirements. These challenges not only affect revenue but can also increase administrative burdens on your staff, leading to frustration.
September 27th, 2024
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Top Healthcare LMS Options in 2024: Features & Picks
Discover the best Learning Management Systems (LMS) for healthcare in 2024. Compare the top picks, see the essential features to look out for, and more.
September 23rd, 2024
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The True Cost of Healthcare Cyber Risks
To learn more, you can access the webinar here. You can also reach out to HealthStream today to learn more about how to prepare your organization to prevent cyberattacks.
September 17th, 2024
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HealthStream launches new product at MGMA in Denver, Colorado: Meet CredentialStream for Groups
Introducing CredentialStream for Groups at this year's Leaders Conference hosted by Medical Group Management Association (MGMA)! Stop by booth#919 to learn more about our latest innovation and how it can transform your provider data management process to save time, improve accuracy and deliver better provider experiences.
September 17th, 2024
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The Best Healthcare Compliance Software of 2024: Top Features & Providers
Explore top healthcare compliance software of 2024. Learn about essential features, leading providers, and how to choose the best option for your needs.