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Healthcare Worker Well-Being Insights
Podcast recap: an overview of healthcare well-being, the impact of burnout on nurses, how a 'buddy system' can help, and the road ahead for peer support.
Faced with increasing pressure, healthcare workers are experiencing record levels of burnout and poor mental health. Dr. Stephanie Sanderson, a nurse leader, calls upon healthcare organizations to create better working environments that do not push workers to their limit.
Adrienne Fugett, RN shares statistics about the state of nursing and how rising levels of burnout have limited nurse expertise and availability.
Dr. Greenawald, MD of Carilion Clinic, explains the need of a 'buddy system' in healthcare. Using his free PeerRxMed program, clinicians can proactively create the connections that become critical during tough times.
Finally, Jo Shapiro, MD gives an in-depth explanation of the status of peer support implementation in hospitals, including where progress has been made and areas of improvement.

Unlocking Funding: A Guide to Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Grants
Use HRSA grants to fund external peer review programs that enhance care quality, reduce bias, and support compliance in health centers.
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Understanding Critical Access Hospitals: Definition, Criteria, Requirements, and Medicare Designation
A brief summary of CAH requirements and Medicare Designation.
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Strategies to Improve the Quality of Care and Patient Safety
Healthcare orgs improve care quality through structured programs, with external peer review adding objectivity, expertise, and efficiency to the quality ecosystem.
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