Operations Related to Environmental Hygiene
2016 ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT OF THE YEAR: 200–500 BEDS
Standardized processes, strategic scheduling, attention to analytics help Gundersen to soar higher.
NEWS
Also this week: Joint Commission asks new survey questions, and HHS announces $100 million for health centers.
INFECTION PREVENTION
More than 100 hospitals and nursing facilities have participated in the program since 2010.
INFECTION PREVENTION
Study reports that regional coordination among hospitals helps reduce HAIs.
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
HLAC President John Scherberger, FAHE, CHESP, REH, on improving safety for all who come in contact with hospital linens.
AHE PERSPECTIVE: WORKFLOW
Technology can help to change the face of health care environmental services.
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
Is your health system's environmental services department trained to help improve patient satisfaction?.
INFECTION PREVENTION
Rigorous cleaning standards can help to prevent spread of new antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
AHE PERSPECTIVE: WORKFORCE MANAGEMENT
Leading a culturally diverse team requires listening and learning.
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
Choosing the right materials can help to prevent health care-associated infections.