December 2017 Posts About Healthcare Facilities Management
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12/29/2017
Spokane healthcare facility sued after 85-year-old woman falls in construction zone
Woman walked past an empty nurses station, through an unlocked door and fell into a construction pit
12/29/2017
Virginia VA facility construction 'more than a facelift'
$136 million worth of construction is going on at the McGuire Veterans Affairs Medical Center
12/29/2017
Nashville VA deploys germ-zapping robots
Studies have found the VA to be more aggressive at controlling infection rates than other large hospital systems
12/29/2017
N.J. healthcare facility wins first evidence-based design Touchstone Award
Award recognizes the use of an evidence-based design process
12/29/2017
Repurposing retail space comes with risks, rewards
Abandoned shopping venues are being used as healthcare facilities
12/29/2017
Building conditions cause most services to be cut at Kitty Hawk healthcare facility
Despite repairs, facility issues were ongoing.
12/29/2017
EHNAC Partners With Omnisystems, Inc. to Extend Reach of Accreditation Programs Internationally
12/29/2017
Agendia and Bluebee Partner to Bring New NGS-based MammaPrint BluePrint Breast Cancer Kit to Market
12/28/2017
Chicago hospital nurses say violence isn’t monitored
Informal survey found that one in three nurses were kicked or hit
Focus: Energy Efficiency
12/28/2017
How hospitals use energy
Energy efficiency and patient satisfaction intersect in healthcare facilities
12/28/2017
New accreditation rules could discourage microhospitals
New CMS guidance may change what counts as a hospital
12/28/2017
Several challenges expected to shape healthcare IT in 2018
Three areas of uncertainty will have implications for the information systems
Focus: Energy Efficiency
12/28/2017
Canadian healthcare energy costs down, but spending is up
Government hospital funding is up by 59 percent
12/28/2017
'Appalling' Adelaide mental health unit closed
Unit of Lyell McEwin Hospital in Australia called 'appalling and unsafe'
Blog
12/27/2017
Healthcare 2017 - A year in review
2017 confirmed trends of consumerism and the need for more proximate low-cost options
12/27/2017
Senior living trends reflect industry changes
Several developments represent a new direction that will impact the industry, according to an article on the Environments for Aging website
Focus: Patient Satisfaction/Experience
12/27/2017
The right communication can improve patient satisfaction
Infographic charts key patient touchpoints
12/27/2017
How to fund and implement high-touch digital signage
Digital signage can help a healthcare facility reach varied audiences
Focus: Energy Efficiency
12/27/2017
Penn State healthcare facility CHP plant expected to save $2.5 million a year
The plant is expected to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by about 44,000 tons per year
Focus: Regulations, Codes & Standards
12/27/2017
Regulations, Codes & Standards Q&A: O2 cylinder storage
Brad Keyes discusses regulations for O2 cylinder storage
Blog
12/27/2017
Eight cybersecurity tools your healthcare facility needs today
Many companies are simply not investing enough in IT security, despite the obvious threats
Blog
12/22/2017
Eliminating the environment from the infection equation
Mother says she informed hospital staff of the boy's allergies
12/22/2017
Maryland hospital attributes success to giving IT staff independence
Union Hospital of Cecil County encourages IT 'adventures'
Focus: Lighting
12/22/2017
LED lighting can save lives, energy in hospital parking garage
Reston Hospital is expecting an 81 percent reduction in annual energy consumption
Focus: Patient Satisfaction/Experience
12/22/2017
Allegheny Health Network planning first microhospital
Highmark Health and Allegheny Health Network will build four neighborhood hospitals
12/22/2017
Inquest probes boy's death of severe food allergy reaction in hospital
Mother says she informed hospital staff of the boy's allergies
Blog
12/22/2017
How to safely ship medical equipment
Making a good first impression often starts with the look of a modern practice.
12/22/2017
UK healthcare facility admits health and safety failing after Legionnaires death
The Royal United Hospital has admitted to a breach of law
12/21/2017
AAP revises infection control guidelines for ambulatory settings
The guidelines include updates on issues including hand washing and cleaning and safety procedures
12/21/2017
Dealing with C. difficile in healthcare facilities
Newer technologies include dried hydrogen peroxide
Blog/Focus: Lighting
12/21/2017
Healthcare systems lighting their way to savings
New lighting technologies can offer much needed operational cost savings while improving safety and the patient experience
Focus: Energy Efficiency
12/21/2017
Curtailing facility water usage can aid sustainability efforts
Florida Blue put its corporate social responsibility pledge into practice five years ago by setting ambitious goals to reduce water and energy use and increase recycling
12/21/2017
USP 795 requirements have relevance for healthcare facilities
The requirements are important for professionals involved in pharmacies
12/21/2017
Nanotexturing on stainless steel creates bacteria-killing spikes
An electrochemical etching process creates a nanotextured surface
12/21/2017
Key design practices can improve patient care
Healthcare leaders are focusing on design that supports effective operations
12/20/2017
UCSF 'die-in' protests guns and Tasers in hospitals
Medical residents, students and faculty demonstrate to challenge the role of law enforcement in healthcare settings
12/20/2017
Kentucky hospitals delay surgeries due to water main break
Break in Shelby Park caused low water pressure at the downtown hospitals
Focus: Energy Efficiency
12/20/2017
Boosting energy efficiency with building envelope retrofit
Other benefits include improved appearance and uninterrupted workflow
12/20/2017
Las Vegas hospital sued over attempted sexual assault
The lawsuit claims a psychiatric patient was unguarded and unrestrained
Focus: Regulations, Codes & Standards
12/20/2017
Regulations, Codes & Standards Q&A: Privacy curtains
Brad Keyes discusses regulations for privacy curtains
Focus: Energy Efficiency
12/20/2017
Seattle healthcare facility installing large solar array
Harborview Medical Center's installation will be the largest system of its kind on a Washington hospital
12/20/2017
South Philadelphia Community Health and Literacy Center designed for synergy
The new facility replaces three buildings — a public health clinic, a branch of the Free Library and a recreation center, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
12/20/2017
Just Culture Assessment Tool Outcome Engenuity Releases its Just Culture Algorithm Software
12/20/2017
NACCHO Releases Standards and Indicators for Hospital-based Injury and Violence Prevention Programs
Blog
12/19/2017
'Bring your own device' policies should set alarm bells ringing
A survey by ISACA suggests that 54 percent of employees have a personal device they use for work
Focus: Energy Efficiency
12/19/2017
Alignment, analytics and aggregation can boost energy savings
Energy supply management should keep pace with operational changes
Focus: Lighting
12/19/2017
Healthcare facility lighting strategies
Lighting can improve patient satisfaction surveys and reimbursements, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
Focus: Patient Satisfaction/Experience
12/19/2017
Madrid birthing center honored for design
A natural birth unit at University Hospital HM Nuevo Belen was recognized by IIDA for modern design and thoughtful detailing, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
12/19/2017
Smaller healthcare facilities partner to adapt to changing landscape
People across 46 communities in north-central North Dakota and northwest Minnesota are served by outreach programs
12/19/2017
Former guards cleared in death of patient at Mass. hospital
Former guards at Bridgewater State Hospital were charged after patient had a heart attack when strapped to his bed
Blog
12/19/2017
Modernization solutions ease replacement for mixed-OEM equipment
Implementing modernization solutions can help improve the overall effectiveness and simplification of an electrical system comprised of mixed-OEM equipment
12/19/2017
WellStar Health System Partners with WebPT to Bring Leading Outpatient Rehab EMR to Tech Stack
12/18/2017
West Virginia health system runs dorm for commuting nurses
One floor and 44 rooms in a nearby dormitory are for nurses who have to travel at least 60 miles
12/18/2017
2018 predictions for healthcare facility design
Emergency department reconfigurations for behavioral health needs and more microhospitals are expected
Focus: Patient Satisfaction/Experience
12/18/2017
Hospitals look to hotels for patient satisfaction tactics
Medical researchers say some amenities can improve health outcomes by reducing stress and anxiety
Focus: Patient Satisfaction/Experience
12/18/2017
Communicating the importance of good laundry practices in infection control
Healthcare textiles are a common factor in virtually every patient’s experience
12/18/2017
New Florida hospitals reflect focus on patient-centered care
UF Health Heart & Vascular Hospital and the UF Health Neuromedicine Hospital open in Gainesville
12/18/2017
Cotton Medical Center recognized as 'Best Renovated or Repurposed Healthcare Facility'
HREI Insights Awards program honors excellence in healthcare real estate development
Focus: Patient Satisfaction/Experience
12/18/2017
Universal design principles can help make healthcare spaces work for everyone
Healthcare facilities should be able to improve human performance, health and wellness and social participation, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
12/15/2017
Los Angeles hospital closes due to earthquake standards
Pacific Alliance Medical Center would have had to invest $100 million in its 150-year-old building to come into compliance with California's seismic standards
12/15/2017
Adding beds might not solve Canadian 'hallway medicine'
Some say healthcare crunch needs more staff and innovation
12/15/2017
Hawaii State Hospital requires security upgrades before renovations
Oahu puts new demands on the hospital before it can expand
12/15/2017
Hospitals save lives and money by investing in climate resilience
New report says preparing for extreme weather offers significant financial benefit
Focus: Lighting
12/15/2017
Your healthcare facility's LED retrofit checklist
How do you begin to coordinate and come up with funds to replace lighting systems across thousands of square feet?
12/15/2017
Computer stolen From UNC facility in Burlington puts patient info at risk
24,000 patients' info affected by the theft
12/15/2017
Medical campuses are evolving to be mixed-use hubs
More hospitals are integrating shops and appealing public spaces into their designs
12/14/2017
Southern California's hospitals braced for disaster as embers ignite
Health officials in Ventura, Los Angeles and Santa Barbara counties warned of high pollution levels caused by smoke
12/14/2017
Infection preventionists' holiday wish list
System that encourages staff to wash their hands is on the list
Infographic
12/14/2017
Smart bathroom design can curb spread of hospital infections
Many patients contract new illnesses from pathogens they contact during a hospital stay
Focus: Patient Satisfaction/Experience
12/14/2017
N.C. hospitals moving to limit construction pollution
Many pieces of construction equipment and vehicles produce high emissions
Focus: Energy Efficiency
12/14/2017
White paper on energy savings available
'Energy savings — Realistic Expectations' downloadable from Medical Construction & Design website
Focus: Energy Efficiency
12/14/2017
'Three-bucket' sustainability
The easiest way to accomplish sustainability goals is to take it a step at a time
12/14/2017
N.Y. hospitals offering healthier choices in cafeterias, machines
Canton-Potsdam Hospital has committed to doubling the amount spent on locally grown produce for use in the cafeteria
12/13/2017
Union plans one-day strike at Mayo's Albert Lea
SEIU Healthcare Minnesota and Mayo both allege unfair labor practices
12/13/2017
Patients evacuated before Calif. hospital burns
Vista Del Mar Hospital in Ventura destroyed by wildfires
Focus: Energy Efficiency
12/13/2017
Healthcare facilities can generate energy savings with GPOs
Group purchasing organizations help health systems lock in prices
Blog
12/13/2017
Supersized food can mean undersized profits for healthcare facilities
When it comes to offering healthier food options in their cafeterias and gift shops, most U.S. hospitals may be 'penny wise and pound foolish'
12/13/2017
California hospital staff lauded for active-shooter response
Bakersfield healthcare facility was locked down after a man was spotted in the employee parking lot with a rifle
Focus: Regulations, Codes & Standards
12/13/2017
Regulations, Codes & Standards Q&A: Clean utility rooms
Brad Keyes discusses guidance on clean utility rooms and door closers
Focus: Patient Satisfaction/Experience
12/13/2017
Northwest hospital food: Not just for patients anymore
Some healthcare facilities are serving up such good hospital food that locals are choosing to eat their meals there
12/12/2017
A CVS-Aetna deal may force Wal-Mart to buy Humana
Merger may force healthcare industry to shuffle ownership
12/12/2017
Vanderbilt recognized for excellence in infection prevention
VUMC is the first hospital system in the nation to receive the (APIC) Program of Distinction designation
Focus: Patient Satisfaction/Experience
12/12/2017
White paper explores how healthcare facility flooring can impact patient care
High noise levels can hinder the healing process, inhibit clinician efficiency and create compliance concerns
12/12/2017
Center for Disaster Medicine brings a clinical perspective on emergency planning
Group has roots in 2001 efforts to answer questions about emergency preparedness that were raised after the 9/11
Focus: Energy Efficiency
12/12/2017
Growing hospital energy costs can be managed
Low-hanging fruit includes turning off or reducing power to electronic equipment that is not being used
12/12/2017
Hospital ship in Puerto Rico admitted just 6 patients a day
An additional 1,625 people were treated aboard the ship as outpatients
Focus: Patient Satisfaction/Experience
12/12/2017
Patient room design can affect stress
A 2017 article by Andrade and colleagues offers findings that suggest how design elements may reduce patient stress, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
12/11/2017
CVS-Aetna's success may hinge on older patients
CVS plans to turn retail stores into 'healthcare hubs'
Blog
12/11/2017
Four things to know about preparing for winter weather
How to help your organization plan for and respond to weather emergencies
12/11/2017
IIDA healthcare interior design competition winners announced
First-ever Transformation and Innovation Award was awarded to Madrid healthcare facility
12/11/2017
Geisinger focuses on ES department career advancement
Health system working to redefine environmental services
Focus: Lighting
12/11/2017
LEDs can help healthcare facility become more energy efficient
Investing in energy efficiency can help to free up funds to meet the changing demands in healthcare
12/11/2017
2017's biggest healthcare cyberattacks listed
The U.S. healthcare sector experienced roughly 336 data breaches as of Nov. 29
12/11/2017
Micro-hospitals may be the healthcare facility of the future
Healthcare industry growth is expected to be strong in outpatient and retail clinics
12/11/2017
General Pipe Cleaners Showcases Newest Drain Cleaning Equipment at The NFMT Show In Baltimore
12/8/2017
CVS-Aetna merger may hurt some healthcare facilities
Deal will give CVS 22 million health plan members
Blog
12/8/2017
Growing facilities ROI, capabilities by reducing contracts
Is your facilities department actively handling work in your facility, or just managing contractors?
Focus: Energy Efficiency
12/8/2017
Healthcare facilities energy efficiency challenge
Healthcare facilities must cope with the challenges of energy management in a mission-critical environment
12/8/2017
$450 million replacement healthcare facility planned in Lansing
The new hospital will have 240 beds, cancer center and ambulatory care
12/8/2017
Behavioral healthcare construction projects on the rise
Reasons for increase include the addition of more safety measures and a reduction in the stigma associated with treatment, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
Focus: Energy Efficiency
12/8/2017
Ontario plans to reinvest energy savings into patient care
The province is investing $64 million this year in the Hospital Energy Efficiency Program
12/8/2017
Miami VA hospital cafeteria so dirty it had to be fumigated
Inspection found evidence of insects, rodent droppings
12/8/2017
Swathi Bhamidipati Joins Universal Lighting Technologies as U.S. Western OEM Regional Sales Manager
12/7/2017
Nurse stabbed in N.J. hospital parking lot where staff had asked for more security
Union members met with hospital management to discuss increased safety
Focus: Patient Satisfaction/Experience
12/7/2017
Healthcare facility staff serve up Christmas dinner to patients
The catering team at James Paget University Hospital in Norfolk, England, provides a traditional Christmas lunch with all the trimmings
Focus: Lighting
12/7/2017
Sinai Hospital increases security after Baltimore campus employees targeted
Hospital recently upgraded lighting in parking lots and installed additional security cameras
12/7/2017
Urban medical center designed to be part of community
Urban healthcare centers are integrating with their neighbors by becoming a civic hub, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
12/7/2017
RFID, other technologies impacting healthcare facilities
Growth and profitability will depend upon a realignment of infrastructure
Focus: Lighting
12/7/2017
Tips for cutting glare from lighting
Seniors are more prone to experiencing bright lights as glaring
12/7/2017
CVS plans to turn stores into healthcare hubs
CVS agreed to pay $69 billion in cash and stock for Aetna
12/6/2017
FM leaders launch new credential to provide global standard
The ProFM designation was developed through extensive market research of more than 3,000 facility professionals in 93 countries
12/6/2017
Infectious disease response guide for hospitals published
Paper’s main goal is to develop tools and strategies for prevention and management
Focus: Patient Satisfaction/Experience
12/6/2017
Nonclinical staff has role in patient satisfaction
There are a number of ways they can help to improve patient outcomes
12/6/2017
Free white paper on healthcare facility digital signage available
New technology options and tools for both patients and staff
Focus: Regulations, Codes & Standards
12/6/2017
Life Safety Q&A: Quarterly test of main drain
Brad Keyes discusses quarterly testing of the main drain
12/6/2017
Safety system investments helped Houston’s healthcare facilities withstand Harvey
Lessons from Tropical Storm Allison helped limit impact of hurricane
12/6/2017
Sturgeon Falls hospital project to cut hydro costs
The program is an initiative of the Climate Change Action Plan
12/6/2017
Clorox Expands Home Care Unit
12/6/2017
TeleHealth Services Helps Hospitals Improve Patient Experience Despite Market Financial Uncertainty
12/5/2017
Florida Keys airport may get pop-up hospital
Fishermen’s Community Hospital's temporary facility will move
Blog
12/5/2017
How the health industry can benefit from having a visitor registration system
Healthcare facility security must contend with security threats while balancing the need to maintain an open and inviting environment
12/5/2017
Sudbury hospital to get almost $1.3 million in funding for energy efficiency projects
In all, Ontario is funding 180 projects this year at 98 hospitals
Blog
12/5/2017
How to design and build what’s needed to meet organizational goals and strategies
It’s all about scoping the right concept before getting too far down the facility planning phase
Focus: Patient Satisfaction/Experience
12/5/2017
Three ways to keep facilities clean smelling to increase patient satisfaction
It’s more important than ever that healthcare facilities focus their efforts on odor control to help patients feel more comfortable while on the road to a speedy recovery
Focus: Lighting
12/5/2017
Choosing the right LEDs for lighting retrofits
Hundreds of products are available for converting linear fluorescent fixtures to use light emitting diode technologies
Focus: Patient Satisfaction/Experience
12/5/2017
Texas hospital engineers energy savings, boosts patient satisfaction
MD Anderson works to improve temp control in patient rooms
12/4/2017
California healthcare facility to use ER overflow tent during flu season
Move was necessary because of an early flu season and the closure of nearby facilities
12/4/2017
Los Angeles launches seismic program with compliance notices
Large healthcare systems are factoring regulations into their capital plans
Focus: Energy Efficiency
12/4/2017
Many healthcare facilities still need to power up for the digital age
Survey finds facilities don’t have the equipment to support digital goals
Focus: Energy Efficiency
12/4/2017
Pennsylvania hospital producing most of its own power
Lancaster General Hospital is buying less electricity because of new power plant that runs on natural gas
Focus: Patient Satisfaction/Experience
12/4/2017
Building automation systems can boost energy savings
Technology can control every aspect of a healthcare facility's HVAC system
Focus: Lighting
12/4/2017
Networked controls can simplify healthcare facility lighting
Technology can help streamline facility operations
12/4/2017
Bradley’s On-Site Safety Shower and Eyewash Site Surveys Ensure ANSI/ISEA Z358.1 compliance
12/1/2017
Search after killer's escape from Hawaii hospital spurs call for security review
Another patient was caught with a fake driver's license
12/1/2017
Healthcare cybersecurity concerns go beyond medical information
Patients could potentially be blackmailed due to sensitive information contained in health records
12/1/2017
Atlanta children's health system planning $1.3B campus
Project would be the most expensive in the state's history
Focus: Patient Satisfaction/Experience
12/1/2017
Patient experience part of winning equation for 'Beautiful' hospitals
First-time entry won top spot in annual contest
Focus: Fire-Life Safety
12/1/2017
Idaho fire blaze may spark fire code review
The Safe Haven Care Center in Pocatello that was destroyed by a fire met all applicable fire codes
Focus: Fire-Life Safety
12/1/2017
Ontario wellness center's design reflects nontraditional philosophy
Peel Memorial Centre for Integrated Health and Wellness provides a centralized location for counseling and treatment for a range of health conditions, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
12/1/2017