October 10, 2023

Driving Employee Engagement through Tactical Approach of Leader Rounding

Join the National Rural Health Association (NRHA) for this educational webinar focused on the strategic use of Leader Rounding to transform rural healthcare. Discover how this practice can drive cultural change and improve overall care quality in rural healthcare settings.

In this informative webinar, participants will:

• Explore Leader Rounding in Rural Healthcare
• Understand the significance of Leader Rounding and its impact on rural healthcare.
• Learn Effective Practices
• Discover practical strategies to boost employee engagement and leadership development in rural healthcare organizations.
• Cultural Transformation
• Gain insights into using Leader Rounding as a tool for fostering cultural change within rural healthcare settings.

This webinar will provide you with real-world examples and actionable strategies to enhance the quality, operational efficiency, and financial performance of your rural healthcare institution.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of an enlightening discussion that can empower your rural healthcare organization to excel in the face of unique challenges. Register today and be prepared to lead your organization toward a brighter, more sustainable future in rural healthcare.

When: Tuesday, October 24, 1:00 – 2:00 pm CST

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October 10, 2023

Strategic Succession Planning for Leadership in Today’s Rural Healthcare Landscape

Leadership transitions in rural healthcare come with their own set of complexities. With the landscape changing rapidly due to shifts like remote care adoption, new payment models, and changing reimbursement paradigms, the importance of succession planning cannot be overstated. Erika Sundrud, Senior Vice President of Advisory Management at Ovation Healthcare, brings her 20 years of expertise to this session. Rural healthcare executives will gain a comprehensive understanding of succession strategies uniquely tailored for their challenges.

Objectives:

• Understand the unique dynamics of leadership transitions in rural healthcare.
• Engage with succession planning techniques specifically designed for rural contexts.
  • Outline clear, actionable steps to fortify their institution’s leadership succession plans for long-term resilience.

When: Tuesday, October 17, 2:00 – 3:00 pm CST

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October 10, 2023

The Untapped Fiscal Potential of Chronic Wound Care

In this webinar, Sarah Hull RNP, WCC, DWC will present valuable insights and practical strategies aimed at optimizing wound care management in Critical Access hospitals.

Participants will explore innovative approaches to chronic wound care, emphasizing the advantages of localized and cost-effective treatments. Sarah Hull will shed light on the benefits of incorporating advanced wound care therapies to improve patient outcomes and reduce healthcare costs.

The webinar will cover essential topics, including the significance of local wound care services, the effectiveness of advanced wound care therapies, and actionable steps for transforming your wound care center into a financial success. Attendees can expect to gain practical tips and best practices from Sarah Hull to maximize the fiscal potential of their wound care services.

• Join this informative session to enhance your wound care practices and contribute to better healthcare outcomes while optimizing financial sustainability.

When: Thursday, October 12, 1:00-2:00 pm CST

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October 10, 2023

First-ever Rural Physician and Advanced Practice Provider Compensation Survey

This “First-ever Rural Physician and Advanced Practice Provider Compensation Survey” webinar, delves into groundbreaking survey results which boasted 4x the number of rural respondents compared to the largest current survey on the topic. This pivotal discussion will be led by Opal Greenway, Principal at Stroudwater Associates. As a seasoned healthcare and finance expert with a rich background in physician compensation, strategic healthcare needs, and regulatory compliance, Opal brings unparalleled insight to the table.

During this webinar, participants will:

• Discover the findings of this inaugural rural-focused compensation survey.
• Understand how affiliation with a health system influences compensation.
• Gain insights into how compensation competitiveness varies across state practice environments, guided by Opal’s extensive experience in analyzing physician compensation structures and advising healthcare entities on market trends and regulations.

When:  Wednesday, October 11, 2:00 – 3:00 pm CST

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September 25, 2023

NRHA Webinar – Defending Rural Hospitals from AI-Driven Cyber Threats: Insights, Policies, and Responses, Tuesday, October 31, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. CST

Discover how AI is impacting the evolving landscape of cybersecurity as cybercriminals use AI advancements to launch new and sophisticated attacks on rural hospitals. This comprehensive session, led by John Gomez, an industry expert with three decades of experience, will delve deep into the challenges and best practices for implementing and securing AI systems in rural healthcare settings. Participants will engage in three AI attack scenarios that you can take back to your teams to test and train responses. By the session’s end, attendees will be equipped to craft AI-specific policies, know how to recognize AI-specific threats like fake ChatGPT sites, and establish a robust AI baseline for their rural healthcare institutions.

When: Tuesday, October 31, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. CST

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September 25, 2023

NRHA Webinar – The Untapped Fiscal Potential of Chronic Wound Care, Thursday, October 12, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CST

In this webinar, Sarah Hull FNP, WCC, DWC will present valuable insights and practical strategies aimed at optimizing wound care management in Critical Access hospitals.

Participants will explore innovative approaches to chronic wound care, emphasizing the advantages of localized and cost-effective treatments. Sarah Hull will shed light on the benefits of incorporating advanced wound care therapies to improve patient outcomes and reduce healthcare costs.

The webinar will cover essential topics, including the significance of local wound care services, the effectiveness of advanced wound care therapies, and actionable steps for transforming your wound care center into a financial success. Attendees can expect to gain practical tips and best practices from Sarah Hull to maximize the fiscal potential of their wound care services.

• Join us for this informative session to enhance your wound care practices and contribute to better healthcare outcomes while optimizing financial sustainability.

When: Thursday, October 12, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CST

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September 25, 2023

NRHA Webinar – First-ever Rural Physician and Advanced Practice Provider Compensation Survey, Wednesday, October 11, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. CST

In the “First-Ever Rural Physician and Advanced Practice Provider Compensation Survey” webinar, we will delve into groundbreaking survey results which boasted 4x the number of rural respondents compared to the largest current survey on the topic. This pivotal discussion will be led by Opal Greenway, Principal at Stroudwater Associates. As a seasoned healthcare and finance expert with a rich background in physician compensation, strategic healthcare needs, and regulatory compliance, Opal brings unparalleled insight to the table.

During this webinar, participants will:

• Discover the findings of this inaugural rural-focused compensation survey.
• Understand how affiliation with a health system influences compensation.
• Gain insights into how compensation competitiveness varies across state practice environments, guided by Opal’s extensive experience in analyzing physician compensation structures and advising healthcare entities on market trends and regulations.

When: Wednesday, October 11, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. CST

Register Here