Literature Review

10 CEOs transforming healthcare Becker's Hospital Review; by Kelly Gooch; 8/21/24 The CEO Forum Group, a media and marketing company focused exclusively on CEOs, has unveiled its latest list of the "Top 10 CEOs Transforming Healthcare in America" for 2024. CEOs on the list were selected after interviews with Robert Reiss, Forbes contributor and founder and CEO of the forum group, and then criteria-based evaluation and approval by the forum group's editorial board. The criteria is based on "creating new value that helps advance healthcare in America," Mr. Reiss told Becker's. Each CEO on the list was awarded by the editorial board a specific category where they led the transformation of healthcare. [These categories include:] Holistic health... Community impact... Culture... Innovation... Vision... Behavioral  health... Urban healthcare... Leading with humanity... Patient-centered care... Leadership...Editor's Note: These categories alone indicate healthcare values that are considered to be transformative for now and ahead. . Click on the title's link to read the names and their organizations.

5 books to make caregiving a little more manageable DNYUZ; 8/19/24Tina Sadarangani, a geriatric nurse practitioner in New York City, has spent years working with older adults and their families. She counsels patients on the medications they should take, the eating habits they should change and the specialists they should see. But it wasn’t until her own father became seriously ill — requiring a slew of medications, deliveries, physical therapy and more — that she understood the experience from what she calls “the other side of the table.” ... Here are five titles, recommended by health care providers and other experts, to help those who help others.

Project Linus brings comfort to children in need through handmade blankets and quilts Concho Valley, College Station, TX; by Zoria Goodley; 8/21/24 Project Linus, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing handmade blankets and quilts to children facing serious illness, trauma or other needs, continues its impactful mission across the United States. There are 17 chapters in the state of Texas alone. Patricia Perry, the Brazos Valley Chapter Coordinator, highlights the broad spectrum of needs the organization addresses.

Cognitive impairment in the workplace Alzheimer's Association; email 8/14/24, webpage posted 8/8/24 Due to the aging of the U.S. population, rates of cognitive impairment and dementia in the workplace are on the rise. This creates challenges for employers, many of whom may not know how to best support employees who are experiencing symptoms of cognitive impairment. Conversely, employees may be hesitant to share with their employer the challenges that they’re experiencing. ... Recommendations Regarding Dementia in the Workplace ... [Click on the title's link for this excellent HR information.]

4 ways health systems combat burnout Becker's Hospital Review; by Kristin Kuchno; 8/13/24 Although burnout is down among healthcare professionals, its persistence still garners attention and solutions from systems. Physician burnout fell from 53% in 2022 to 48.2% in 2023, according to a July 2024 report by the American Medical Association. ... Here are four methods four hospitals and health systems are using to address workforce burnout.

Aligning local marketing strategies with organizational vision Forbes; by Emily Burroughs; 8/15/24 ... In today’s interconnected world, achieving a cohesive and impactful narrative requires that local marketing strategies align with the organization’s broader vision. However, silos within a company can complicate this process, impeding clarity and effectiveness. Here’s how to bridge these gaps and foster a unified message. 

Age bias declines in the workplace, but work remains McKnights Senior Living; by Lois A. Bowers; 8/12/24 Some good news, according to the results of a recent survey by the Age-Friendly Institute, is that it appears that fewer Americans aged 50 or more years believe that “age bias is a fact of life in the workplace” compared with 15 years ago, according to the institute. The organization has been conducting research involving a nationally representative sample of this age group for more than a decade, and the percentage of people answering yes about the existence of age bias at work has decreased over time, going from 96% in 2009 to 83% in 2019 to 65% in 2024. ... But the decrease doesn’t mean there isn’t work to do. “In a society that is increasingly focused on equality and inclusivity, ageism lurks in the shadows,” the institute notes.

Giving feedback can be daunting for new leaders — here’s how to provide it thoughtfully The Conversation; by Tracy Walsh; 8/11/24 Giving performance feedback at work can be a stressful experience, especially for new leaders and their employees. It often evokes feelings of anxiety, uncertainty and defensiveness. ... Yet, feedback has never been more important. ... When feedback is delivered thoughtfully and perceived as constructive by employees, it can bridge the gap between potential and performance and provide clarity in times of uncertainty. ... [It] includes recognizing achievements, fostering professional development and building trust with employees. ... It’s equally important for leaders to seek and receive feedback from their employees. Embracing feedback enhances adaptability by providing leaders with real-time insights into what’s working and what’s not, allowing them to make necessary adjustments. [Click on the title's link for descriptions and guides.]

Fearless hospice patient takes joyrideWest Valley View (AZ); by Lin Sue Flood; 8/7/24Don Tamuty, a beloved former Madison Unified School District teacher, had one thing left on his bucket list. The 95-year-old shared with his hospice nurse, Monisha Roe, that he would love to ride in a driverless car. Monisha and the rest of Don’s Hospice of the Valley care team knew exactly how to fulfill that wish! They booked a driverless cruise on Waymo One to take Don out to a nice restaurant.

Worn-out caregiver? Not alone. 1 in 3 Michigan women aged 50+ care for othersBridge Michigan; by Robin Erb; 8/6/24More than 1 in 3 Michigan women 50 and older are caregiving for at least one person with a health condition or disability, according to state data extracted from a national survey. It’s a responsibility that — while it offers rewards and moments of joy and laughter — can exact a heavy physical, emotional and financial toll.

Jelly Roll stops concert to help ‘cancer survivor’ find better seatYahoo!Entertainment; by Erin Carlson; 8/5/24When Jelly Roll spotted a woman at his concert using an IV drip, he pointed her out from the stage. “I've seen a lot of crazy s—t at my shows. But this young lady is out here with a full-blown IV," the country star (real name Jason Bradley DeFord) declared while performing at the Tailgates N’ Tallboys festival in Midland, Michigan in late July. In footage uploaded on TikTok, the woman told Jelly Roll, 39, that she’s a “cancer survivor.” After hearing this, he turned to his team and said, “Let’s get her a chair” to watch the rest of the show. He then looked at the fan standing in the crowd and assured, “We'll get you off your feet, baby. OK?” ... But while his career takes off, he has been known to make time for fans battling cancer. In July 2023, Taste of Country reported that Jelly Roll met with 65-year-old Suzanne Durham, a Nashville-based hospice patient with lung cancer whose dying wish was to see him perform live. He gave Durham and her friends a private show...

The recipe for effective leadership has changed, and humility is a key ingredientForbes; by Jim Dunn; 8/6/24Humility gets a bad rap in the leadership space, often seen as a sign of weakness or low self-esteem. But that’s not how I’ve learned to see it, and recent research agrees. Humility involves accurately assessing your abilities and achievements and acknowledging your mistakes and limitations. Humble leaders are open to new ideas, maintain role-based perspective with a low self-focus and appreciate the contributions of others. Luckily, there are plenty of examples of CEOs who do humility well.

4 Ways servant leaders can inspire professional development in the workplaceForbes; by Edward DeAngelis; 8/5/24Servant leadership is very important to me. As business leaders, we strive to build natural and genuine relationships with our workforce, ideally to empower them, as people within the organization, and, in a collective sense, to demonstrate to each individual that the organization, as an entity, recognizes and appreciates…everyone. To support employee retention and performance, leaders must make engaging with their teams a priority. Employees who feel appreciated and acknowledged may not only stay with an organization and be more productive and positive, but also improve customer experiences, increased sales and profitability for the entire organization. ... Here are four ways servant leaders can inspire and support employee development.