The environment hospitals and health systems are navigating through today presents a host of challenges for healthcare leaders. Continued headwinds impacting operations, staffing, finances, and growing payor tensions demand providers' focus.
Thanks to all of our members that contributed to our Semi-Annual Vacancy and Turnover Survey as well as our Fiscal Survey we collected this summer we are armed with data that helps us address those challenges.
I would also like to thank participants of our Fall Board Meeting at the Turning Stone Resort in September, where we were able to get together for productive discussions about our upcoming legislative priorities, as well as speak with Senator John Mannion from the Syracuse area about current challenges in healthcare.
IHA’s newsletter features highlights and updates on our advocacy efforts, programs & initiatives, United Iroquois Shared Services (UISS) group purchasing updates, as well as what’s happening inside IHA. We want to take a moment to fill you in on all the association is doing thus far in 2023. We hope you enjoy this edition!
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IHA is gearing up for a productive FY-2025 budget and 2024 legislative session. We have been speaking with members to gather input about their concerns and using them to finalize our legislative priorities list. IHA has also begun meeting with state leaders such as the Health Commissioner, Jim McDonald, and new budget director, Blake Washington, to inform them of the challenges that upstate healthcare faces and the steps the state can take to bring reprieve.
In October IHA WIO debuted the much anticipated “Mental Health and Well-Being Digital Toolkit” at the in-person IHA HR Forum. The Digital Toolkit is part of the IHA Acute Care Online Training Program funded through a grant given by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation.
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Upstate Works, Iroquois Healthcare Association's premier private label staffing agency, is approaching its one-year milestone. During this time, we have achieved a remarkable cumulative savings exceeding $6 million and an impressive 17% average cost reduction. These savings highlight the significant impact Upstate Works has made in reducing costs and optimizing financial outcomes.
There is no cost to join and all IHA members are encouraged to participate in this unique initiative.
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UISS Update
Donna Gammarato
Executive Director, UISS
As IHA hospital margins are struggling, UISS continues to form strategic partnerships to bring forth creative solutions to IHA members to reduce cost and improve quality. Earlier this year, we contracted with Remi who provides a unique approach to clinical equipment repair and maintenance services delivering savings between 16-20%. The success of the program is driven by providing discounted OEM services, which are often preferred by clinicians, but also offering third party service and support offerings for even deeper savings.
Thank you to all who attended our 2023 Iroquois Golf Invitational!
IHA extends a big thank you to all who attended our 2023 Iroquois Golf Invitational.
A special thank you to all of our sponsors. Your support and partnership played a key role in the success of our event, and we appreciate your participation so very much.
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