Nursing Management eNews

January 15, 2009

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CMS to retire acute MI quality measure

As of April 1, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services plans to retire quality reporting measure AMI-6, known as "acute myocardial infarction patients without beta-blocker contraindications who received a beta-blocker within 24 hours after hospital arrival." More

Survey: Recession expected to impact hospital fundraising

Many fundraisers for nonprofit hospitals and health systems predict reduced donations in 2009 will lead to sharp cuts in construction and equipment purchases, according to a new survey by the Association for Healthcare Philanthropy. More

The CDC releases 2009 immunization schedules

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has released its 2009 immunization schedules that call for annual flu vaccination for children ages 6 months through 18. More

HHS issues action plan to prevent healthcare-associated infections

The Department of Health and Human Services has issued a plan to reduce and prevent healthcare-associated infections. More

The Joint Commission updates accreditation processes

In preparation for the submission of its application to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services for continued hospital deeming authority, the Joint Commission will be making some necessary changes to its accreditation processes beginning January 1. More

Management CE: Influenza season: Are you ready?

	Seasonal flu refers to the anticipated outbreak of influenza that occurs each year, usually in late fall and winter. Are you ready? *More*

Lend your voice to our Leadership Profile survey

Ever wonder how you compare with your colleagues, both personally and professionally? During the next few months, Nursing Management will gather feedback to create a snapshot of you, nurse leaders across the U.S. healthcare spectrum. Our profile will publish in a future issue. Please take a moment to complete the survey here.

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Showcase your Magnetic prowess

Has your facility recently attained Magnet certification? Participate in Nursing Management's Magnet survey and get your facility showcased in an upcoming issue of the journal. E-mail Coleen.Stern@wolterskluwer.com for more information.

Coming in Nursing Management's February issue:

CE: Childhood obesity
Implementing a safe patient handling program
IT Extra: PDAs in clinical practice

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