Baptist Health is undertaking a pilot project utilizing AI-powered nursing documentation to alleviate nursing burnout and enhance patient care by increasing the time nurses can spend with patients. Leaders from the organization highlighted the burdens of traditional documentation practices and how ambient listening technology, developed with Microsoft and Nuance, could streamline these processes by capturing notes in real-time during patient interactions. As the pilot progresses, the team aims to refine the technology to integrate more seamlessly into nursing workflows, addressing initial challenges encountered during the implementation of speech-to-text documentation.

Baptist Health Launches AI Initiative to Combat Nursing Burnout and Enhance Care HealthSystemCIO.com

Axis Health System, a nonprofit managing multiple healthcare facilities in Colorado, has been struck by a cyberattack that has disrupted its patient portal and prompted an investigation into the attack's nature and extent. While the timeline of the breach is unclear, Axis Health has initiated its incident response protocol and will inform affected individuals if patient data is compromised. The Rhysida ransomware gang has claimed responsibility, demanding over $1.5 million for data access, highlighting the ongoing threats to healthcare organizations. Concurrently, a report from Censys found over 14,000 healthcare devices potentially exposed to the internet, raising concerns about sensitive medical data vulnerability.

Cyberattack Disrupts Axis Health System, Ransomware Gang Demands $1.5 Million The Record

Beebe Healthcare is set to invest between $40 million and $50 million in the Epic electronic health record (EHR) system, with plans to go live in November 2025. CEO Dr. David Tam emphasizes the importance of this investment for enhancing care quality and accessibility in Sussex County, likening it to the construction of new hospital facilities. Rather than partnering with larger organizations, Beebe has opted to independently manage the EHR transition, which aims to consolidate seven existing EHR systems. While the upfront costs are high, Dr. Tam expects long-term savings by phasing out legacy systems, ultimately improving connectivity with local healthcare partners.

Beebe Healthcare Invests $50 Million in Epic EHR for Future-Ready Care Becker's Hospital Review

navigating the influx of new technologies in healthcare. During the Becker's Health IT Conference, both Chuck Podesta and Jeff Gautney discussed the necessity of a cautious and strategic approach for health system CIOs when integrating artificial intelligence and digital solutions. Podesta highlighted the challenges posed by numerous emerging vendors and the risk of hasty decision-making without proper governance. Gautney stressed the need for a forward-thinking vision that ensures organizational resilience while managing the complexities of technology adoption.

CIOs Urged to Tread Carefully Amid Rapid Healthcare Tech Advancements Becker's Hospital Review