Parker, Smith & Feek is WHS's newest Industry Partner. Parker, Smith, & Feek has a stellar reputation among our membership for providing excellent service and access to superior commercial insurance, risk management, surety, employee benefits, and personal insurance solutions. ... Read More >>
Recent member news from the March 21, 2019, Weekly Report. ... Read More >>
I, along with many health care professionals and leaders, am highly alarmed by the potential impact of on-call language in proposed legislation currently in Olympia. House Bill 1155/Senate Bill 5190 would introduce rigid restrictions on the use of on-call staffing and overtime, prohibiting hospitals from using overtime and pre-scheduled on-call as tools for staff, except in emergency situations. ... Read More >>
We at WSHA want to take the opportunity during Patient Safety Awareness Week, recognized March 10-16 to recognize the important work and dedication of our Safety & Quality team. In collaboration with our members, the Safety & Quality team leads a variety of ground-breaking patient safety efforts in Washington State. ... Read More >>
For many Washington residents, intensive outpatient mental health services can be life-changing. These services are essential to “bridging the gap” of health care for Washingtonians who have been discharged from a hospital but still need intensive care to assist in their recovery. ... Read More >>
WSHA’s Government Affairs team has published its March 2019 state regulatory update to its State Regulatory Issues webpage. ... Read More >>
Outpatient mental health services like partial hospitalization — which are programs that allow patients to come in for treatment during the day and return home at night — are essential for Washington residents who need intensive care, but not to the degree that they require inpatient hospitalization. ... Read More >>
The Washington State Hospital Association is pleased to announce an exciting new partnership with InsMed Loan Advisory Services, a company dedicated to helping medical professionals make informed decisions about their student loan obligations, risk management needs, and personal financial wellness. ... Read More >>
Recent member news from the March 14, 2019, Weekly Report. ... Read More >>
Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center’s medical-surgery nursing unit recently received the AMSN PRISM Award. The PRISM Award identifies med-surge units who exhibit exemplary nursing practice, sustainable and skilled staffing, expert leadership and positive patient outcomes.... Read More >>
