Avera pioneers virtual nursing, monitoring programs, freeing up bedside nurses, ensuring constant patient assistance. Launched at Avera McKennan Hospital, Avera St. Mary’s Hospital, supports tasks like admission assessment, medication reconciliation, pain reassessments. Programs aim at effective patient care; virtual nurses work with bedside nurses, use tech for communication, tasks. Developed pre-COVID, expanded during pandemic. Aiming to integrate with rural facilities, tentatively plans expansion. Initial feedback positive, reduced falls, improved patient monitoring noted.

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September saw a slight decline in overall hospital performance, although the median Kaufman Hall Calendar Year-To-Date Operating Margin Index showed a slight increase to 1.4%. This is attributed to variations in 2023 hospital performances. Despite decreased volume across all hospitals, improvements in overall financial picture compared to 2022 were observed. More details are in the October issue of the National Hospital Flash Report.

National Hospital Flash Report: October 2023 | Kaufman Hall Kaufman Hall

US initiates "Shields Ready" campaign, hosted by DHS, CISA, and FEMA, for critical national infrastructure (CNI) security. Shields Ready strategizes CNI resilience and disruption-preparedness. CISA's "Shields Up" encourages immediate action to individual threat intelligence. Shields Ready makes CNI entities more resilient to various hazards, from cyberattacks to natural disasters.

US launches “Shields Ready” campaign to secure critical infrastructure CSO Online

Amazon adds primary care services to Prime membership via One Medical platform for $9/month. Offers 24/7 virtual health access and expedited treatment for common care. Service included in membership; office visits payable. Usually $199, Prime allows $99 annual option. Amazon's purchase of One Medical ($3.9bn) reveals healthcare interest. Primary care shortage predicted (21,400-55,200 by 2033); retail giants (CVS, Walgreens, Walmart Health) respond with increased investments. Amazon aims to create complete patient healthcare ecosystem.

Amazon Announces New Benefit For Prime Members: Primary Care Services For $9 Per Month Forbes