Follow-Through Is Where Quality Becomes Real
Discover how effective follow-through in long-term care enhances quality through teamwork, communication, and consistent action to improve resident safety and care.
Posts by Mary-Lyn Baldauf:
Rural Health Is a Care Pathway, Not One Place
Explore the complexities of rural health as a care pathway, emphasizing the importance of community connections and comprehensive support beyond just hospitals.
Rural Health Transformation Has to Be Built Around Connection
Rural health transformation requires strong connections and coordination among care providers to ensure accessible, meaningful healthcare for communities.
The Speed of Improvement Matters
Healthcare leaders must prioritize rapid learning and action to improve care, recognizing risks early and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Quality Improvement Should Start Before the Crisis
Discover how proactive quality improvement in healthcare can prevent crises, enhance patient care, and drive better outcomes by focusing on prevention and accountability.
Know the Story Behind Your Star Rating
Understand the importance of nursing home data and its impact on care quality. Learn how to leverage Five-Star ratings for meaningful improvements.
High Performance Is Earned Every Day
CMS introduces a new survey approach for nursing homes, emphasizing sustained high performance and accountability through thoughtful oversight and continuous improvement.
Quality Improvement Cannot Belong to One Department
Quality improvement in healthcare requires the involvement of every team member, fostering a culture of shared responsibility and communication for better resident care.
Trust Is Built in the Everyday Work of Long-Term Care
Explore how trust in long-term care is built through everyday actions and clear communication, fostering accountability and confidence among residents, families, and staff.
Long-Term Care Has to Know the Person, Not Just the Plan
Long-term care must prioritize understanding residents as individuals, not just their care plans, to provide compassionate and effective support.
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