What's Going On in the World of Healthcare (November 2024)
Headline #1:
(Source: Cleveland.com)
Ohio’s healthcare system is facing a challenge as overworked nurses are leaving bedside care in alarming numbers.
Why?
A recent survey reveals that many nurses feel overwhelmed by high patient loads, inadequate staffing, and administrative burdens that leave little room for meaningful patient interaction.
Nearly two-thirds (63%) of direct care nurses are contemplating stepping away from nursing because of the challenges they face in their roles. Meanwhile, an overwhelming 91% of nurses strongly or moderately support legislation mandating minimum staffing levels in hospitals. Additionally, 89% believe that enforceable minimum staffing standards statewide would significantly improve their likelihood of staying in direct care positions.
It's not just Ohio, either. We wrote about the burnout nurses are facing a while back.
It's critical that health systems across the country make a concerted effort to engage their existing nurse population and support them with the resources they need. Health systems must focus on supporting their nurses and giving them the tools and infrastructure they need to succeed. This means addressing staffing shortages and reducing administrative tasks. When supported, nurses can focus on providing the best care for patients, improving outcomes, and staying in the profession longer. It’s a win for everyone—nurses, patients, and the entire healthcare system.
Check out what we're doing at ReadySet to drive caregiver engagement. We align people and processes with technology to reduce administrative and manual tasks, enabling top-of-license performance!
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Headline #2:
(Source: Becker’s)
"The increasing digitization of the sector means the risk-mitigation strategies will remain a priority, necessitating continuous investment in cybersecurity.” – Nov. 13th Moody’s Report
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The healthcare industry is quickly increasing its investment in cybersecurity, with hospital spending projected to rise from 5% of technology budgets in 2019 to 7% by 2025. As healthcare becomes more digitized, protecting sensitive patient data and ensuring uninterrupted operations is critical. Hospitals are adopting advanced strategies and robust incident response plans to mitigate evolving cyber threats.
Recent cyberattacks, such as the one on Change Healthcare in early 2024, underscore the ripple effects these breaches can have on hospital revenue cycles and operations. This emphasizes the importance of working with trusted partners who prioritize data security and operational continuity.
At ReadySet Surgical, we recognize the growing demand for secure, reliable technology solutions in healthcare. It’s more important than ever to choose solutions that integrate seamlessly into workflows while maintaining the highest security standards. By partnering with hospitals, we aim to help reduce risks, safeguard operations, and ensure continuity in patient care.
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Headline #3:
(Source: Oracle)
Oracle recently announced its next-gen EHR that transforms the EHR from an Oracle has unveiled its next-generation electronic health record (EHR) system, built on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure to deliver improved performance, enhanced security, and AI-driven capabilities.
The article puts it perfectly: “Oracle Health’s next-gen EHR will be the doctor’s best resident, the administrator’s most productive analyst, and the payer’s most efficient partner in reviewing and authorizing treatment and payment.”
As new medical technologies and treatments emerge, healthcare is entering an era where possibilities once thought out of reach are becoming reality. The tools that support these innovations need to keep pace. Oracle’s EHR addresses common challenges like inefficient workflows and lack of interoperability while incorporating AI to handle repetitive tasks, speed up decision-making, and improve communication between clinicians, administrators, and payers.
This progress stresses the value of systems that integrate directly with EHRs, such as ReadySet Surgical. Direct integration streamlines processes like surgical tray tracking and supply chain coordination, reducing delays and improving accuracy. When systems work together seamlessly, healthcare providers can focus less on administrative tasks and more on delivering high-quality care. Oracle’s next-gen EHR offers a practical step forward in building a simplified yet more connected healthcare ecosystem.