Wisconsin Hospital Association

We're hiring! The Senior Vice President, Finance/Chief Operating Officer (SVP/COO) is responsible for the strategic direction, leadership and operational oversight for the fiscal and financial management, accounting, human resources, education, and information technology operations of the Wisconsin Hospital Association (WHA) and its subsidiary organizations (WHA Information Center and C4). Applications open now. Apply today! ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gVVUCwWs About Us: The Wisconsin Hospital Association (WHA) represents Wisconsin’s hospitals and health systems by advocating for the ability of our members to lead in providing high quality, affordable, and accessible health care services, contributing to healthier communities.

📆 For clinicians and care teams looking to enhance their skills in managing opioid and alcohol use disorders, this one's for you! Register today: https://lnkd.in/eBP7EitJ The Wisconsin Rural Health & Substance use Clinical Support (RHeSUS) program is a collaborative effort by WHA and the University of Wisconsin-Madison PROTEA. Contact WHA Quality Director Jill L. with questions. Funding provided by the UW School of Medicine and Public Health through the Wisconsin Partnership Program.

We are pleased to announce the newest WHA communications team member Olivia Buell, CCUE! Buell joined us on July 8 and is responsible for managing and maintaining WHA's CRM database and member directory, and ensuring data accuracy and integrity. She will also administer operations of the Wisconsin Hospitals PAC & Conduit. She said, “I am excited to join the Wisconsin Hospital Association and contribute to the important work being done to support our members and advance health care in Wisconsin." 💙 Welcome, Olivia!

WHA's Chief Quality Officer Nadine Allen breaks down recently released CMS hospital ratings, noting that 69 percent of the hospitals rated in the state received four or five stars, greater than the average of 40 percent. https://ow.ly/XL8j50SV1zC

By 2040, Wisconsin could have a deficit of 12,000 to 19,000 nurses, according to Wisconsin’s Department of Workforce Development. In this segment, WHA's Senior Vice President of Workforce and Clinical Practice Ann Zenk explains how this particular deficit is disproportionately impactful on hospitals. There's not an easy solution, but we know that public and private partners need to work together to promote interest in health professions and to create educational pathways that attract new entrants to in-demand positions. Read more in our 2024 Health Care Workforce Report ➡️ https://ow.ly/Ij8650SToxl Watch the interview with Ann Zenk ➡️ https://ow.ly/n6T550SToB3

International Youth Day is a built-in reminder to appreciate our youth and reflect on the best ways to show up for them. Here are a couple examples of ways Wisconsin hospitals and health systems show up for our youth, even beyond providing direct care: 💙 Hosting bike safety programs 💙 Providing school-based therapies 💙 Providing community with clubs and community groups 💙 Building all abilities playgrounds 💙 Offering lead testing 💙 Hosting family-friendly and kid-focused events What would you add to the list?

We're a proud sponsor of WisconsinEye Public Affairs Network's non-partisan Campaign 2024 coverage! “Helping WisconsinEye with this campaign is another way WHA advances sound health care policy—by letting people get a good look at who’s running to represent them in Madison and Washington, D.C," said WHA President & CEO Eric Borgerding. In advance of the primary election on Tuesday, Aug. 13, be sure to: ✅ Explore our available election resources at www.wha.org/elections, and ✅ Check out WisEye's election coverage at https://lnkd.in/gZu8GN6U.

We're extending a warm welcome to Erika Quamme, who joined us as receptionist/office assistant in July! Erika brings a wealth of experience in the health care sector, having previously worked in care facilities and clinics. She has a strong background in patient care and administrative support, which is invaluable in ensuring our front desk operations run smoothly and efficiently. Welcome, Erika!

Wisconsin’s businesses have reached an important milestone by saving over $1 billion in worker’s compensation premiums since 2017, with the largest reduction in worker’s compensation premiums the state has experienced since at least 2008. “There are reasons why Wisconsin’s work comp system is a national model... Injured workers can get care quickly, health care providers are paid fairly, and businesses continue enjoying massive reductions in their premiums," said WHA President and CEO Eric Borgerding. Read the full article: https://ow.ly/u7Y850SS5Ns

Our virtual Post-acute Care Seminar is Tuesday, Aug. 6. There's still time to register, and you don't have to plan for travel! You'll hear from leaders from Froedtert Health, SSM Health, Homecare Hub, Advocate Aurora Health, Essentia Health, Gundersen Health System and Emplify Health. DETAILS: Virtual | Tuesday, August 6 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Register here: https://ow.ly/QAqB50SL8Cw