UT Health San Antonio has launched a $472 million hospital equipped with innovative technology aimed at improving patient care and experience. Each of the 144 beds features a 65-inch Epic Bedside TV that provides crucial information for patients, along with educational and entertainment options. The facility also utilizes high-resolution cameras and the Epic Monitor platform, enabling virtual nurses to monitor patients remotely and enhance safety measures. Despite the higher costs associated with this advanced technology, UT Health officials believe it will lead to better patient outcomes and overall quality of care.

UT Health San Antonio Launches $472 Million High-Tech Hospital Revolutionizing Patient Care Becker's Hospital Review

Leo Bodden has been appointed as the new senior vice president and chief information officer of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network, where he will focus on integrating technologies to improve patient experience and operational efficiency while enhancing cybersecurity and governance. With over 25 years of experience at NewYork-Presbyterian, Bodden has a strong background in leading digital transformation initiatives, such as Imaging as a Service, to optimize patient access and care. He also aims to foster a data-driven culture by utilizing analytics and AI to advance bedside care and population health outcomes. Bodden holds a Bachelor of Arts in computer science and an MBA, contributing to his extensive expertise in aligning multiple departments within healthcare.

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Lawmakers, led by Virginia Congresswoman Jen Kiggans, have introduced the PRECEPT Nurses Act to combat the nursing shortage in the U.S. This bipartisan legislation proposes a $2,000 tax credit for nurses serving as clinical preceptors for nursing students, recognizing their critical role in training the next generation of nurses. The act aims to motivate more experienced nurses to take on mentorship roles, addressing challenges like high workloads and burnout that currently limit preceptor availability. Preceptors would need to meet certification requirements and work in designated health professional shortage areas to qualify for the credit, which is set to expire on December 31, 2032.

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Health system IT leaders are evolving their roles to focus more on talent management and collaboration rather than solely on technology. James Forrester of the University of Rochester Medical Center highlights his dual role as a "chief talent officer," noting that his team's low 5% turnover rate is a result of effective management and workforce flexibility. As technology becomes central to healthcare operations, IT leaders are urged to collaborate closely with other executives to align technological initiatives with organizational goals. Donna Roach, CIO at University of Utah Health, emphasizes the importance of understanding clinician concerns to ensure that new solutions are both technically sound and culturally aligned with their organizations.

IT Leaders Transform Roles to Prioritize Talent and Collaboration in Healthcare Becker's Hospital Review