KSHE Update

Hello Kentucky!

 It was sure good to see you all at the Healthcare Coalition Conference in Lexington! The Conference was a complete success because of the support of our many members and vendors. Chad Hymas, our opening Speaker, started the Conference with a program which was absolutely awesome. He touched everyone’s heart with his opening talk thus securing a standing ovation from the attendees. Guest Speakers James Kendig of the Joint Commission, KHA President Michael Rust, and ASHE Region 3 Representative Shay Rankhorn provided informative and useful information in which to run our businesses better. The many Educational Sessions provided attendees with the tools necessary to improve their operations. The Trade Show was the best I ever saw with Vendors giving it high praises. Everyone enjoyed Casino Night, as did I (even though I went Bust!) I talked to as many individuals as possible and heard nothing but positive feedback. Thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedules to join over 400 healthcare professionals and industry partners at the 2017 HCC. I truly hope we exceeded your expectations and brought value to your time.

 

I will see you in Owensboro for our 2018 HCC program!

Jack Merrill CHE, CHFM, CHPA, CHC
President, KSHE

 

Becker's ASC Review
TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital in Bowling Green recently broke ground on a $10 million surgery center, which is expected to open in summer 2018.

Visit https://www.beckersasc.com/asc-transactions-and-valuation-issues/kentucky-hospital-breaks-ground-on-10m-asc-5-things-to-know.html to view the full article online.

The Lane Report
The University of Louisville Hospital Trauma Center, the only Level 1 adult trauma center in the region, conducts regular training to prepare for mass casualty events such as the one that occurred in Las Vegas.

Visit http://www.lanereport.com/81860/2017/10/uofl-hospital-trains-for-events-such-as-las-vegas-shooting/ to view the full article online.

American Society for Healthcare Engineering
ASHE members selected new leaders in the 2017 elections, including the next ASHE president-elect, Dean Pufahl, CHFM, CHC, director of facility services for Froedtert-St. Joseph's Hospital in West Bend, Wisconsin. Members also passed a terminology change shifting ASHE bylaws to policies.

Visit http://www.ashe.org/news/congratulations-to-the-winners-of-ashes-2017-elections to view the full article online.

American Society for Healthcare Engineering
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is increasing its focus on ligature and self-harm risks, and some health care facilities have been cited for hazards that could contribute to patient self-harm or suicide in behavioral health areas.

Visit http://www.ashe.org/news/understanding-ligature-risks-and-improving-patient-and-staff-safety to view the full article online.

American Society for Healthcare Engineering
At ASHE conferences, a popular session is the Just Ask ASHE panel, which features code experts answering audience questions on a variety of codes and standards issues. Now ASHE is creating Just Ask ASHE webinars so that members can get answers to code questions throughout the year.

Visit http://www.ashe.org/news/just-ask-ashe-can-help-you-find-answers-to-your-code-questions to view the full article online.

Healthcare Facilities Today
In the wake of the recent disasters created by Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, healthcare organizations should develop a clear vision when it comes to planning and designing new projects.

Visit http://www.healthcarefacilitiestoday.com/posts/Having-a-vision-to-withstand-disaster--16602 to view the full article online.

Health Facilities Management
With many health care facility managers expected to retire in the next ten years, it's more important than ever to have a succession plan in place.

Visit http://www.hfmmagazine.com/articles/3064-planning-for-the-future-of-your-health-care-facility to view the full article online.

Healthcare Facilities Today
Survey data released by the Joint Commission indicates that most hospitals have had difficulty complying with TJC's Life Safety standards.

Visit http://www.healthcarefacilitiestoday.com/posts/Most-hospital-surveys-this-year-show-trouble-with-certain-fire-hazard-provisions--16488 to view the full article online.

KSHE has just launched the KSHE Energy Derby as part of the ASHE Energy to Care challenge. If you are curious of how to set up a profile on Energy Star Portfolio Manager and get involved with the Energy to Care program, it’s all spelled out step by step on our website. We’ve included tutorials and videos to make signing up as smooth as possible. Share your data with KSHE to be a part of the new statewide competition and to receive Kentucky-specific tips for saving money and reducing your energy and water consumption. Email info@kshe.org for assistance.

Visit http://kshe.org/page/energy_derby to view the full article online.

Health Facilities Management
Has your facility embarked on a water-conservation project in the past year?

Visit http://www.hfmmagazine.com/articles/3094-looking-beyond-low-flow-fixtures-for-greater-water-savings to view the full article online.

Healthcare Facilities Management
Nearly 90 percent of hospital executives who responded to a recent survey from Johnson & Johnson Medical Device Cos. supported the idea that environmental sustainability initiatives can be cost-effective for health systems.

Visit http://www.hfmmagazine.com/articles/3125-survey-dives-into-clinical-perspective-on-sustainability to view the full article online.