News and Announcements

February 5, 2024

Alliant HQIC Newsletter – February 2024

In This Issue:  News from CMS Upcoming Educational Events Past Learning and Action Network (LAN) Events Expert Insights and Resources on: Behavioral Health and Opioid Stewardship Antibiotic Stewardship Adverse Drug Events Infection Prevention  Sepsis Patient Safety Readmissions/Care Transitions Health Equity High Reliability Organization Workplace Violence Prevention Best Practices Corner Success Stories

February 5, 2024

Leadership Lesson – February 2024: Share the Love of Wellness With Your Teams

Words of advice from leaders on the front lines. This month’s leadership lesson is from Ingris Garcia, CDCES, CPHQ, CDN, RDN, a quality improvement specialist for Alliant Health Solutions. My work and personal interests revolve around encouraging others to pursue their health and wellness goals by helping them plan, solve problems, and utilize resources. As a […]

January 16, 2024

Erwin Health Care Center Selected by CMS to be Featured to Share Their Immunization Strategies

One of the nursing homes in Alliant’s region, Erwin Health Care Center in Tennessee, was selected by CMS to be featured to share their immunization strategies during an upcoming webinar. If you are available, please join in to virtually cheer them on. Details are below. AUDIENCE: This webinar is open to QIN-QIOs and nursing home […]

January 4, 2024

Alliant QIN-QIO Newsletter – January 2024

In This Issue: Register for Upcoming Events Leadership Lesson: Advice from the Frontlines Resources and Information on: COVID-19 and Emergency Preparedness  Opioid Utilization and Misuse Patient Safety Training Chronic Disease Care Coordination and Partnerships for Community Health Immunization BFAC

January 4, 2024

Alliant HQIC Newsletter – January 2024

In This Issue:  News from CMS Partner Educational Events Past Learning and Action Network (LAN) Events Expert Insights and Resources on: Behavioral Health and Opioid Stewardship Antibiotic Stewardship Hospital-Acquired Infections (HAIs) Sepsis Patient Safety Readmissions/Care Transitions Health Equity Patient and Family Engagement High Reliability Organization Workplace Violence Prevention Best Practices Corner Success Stories

January 3, 2024

Leadership Lesson – January 2024: Foster a Culture of Quality Improvement

Words of advice from leaders on the front lines. This month’s leadership lesson is from JoVonn Givens, task order director for Alliant Health Solutions. “Small daily improvements over time lead to stunning results.” – Robin Sharma, Author The health outcomes we aim to improve upon may change over time, but implementing quality improvement processes helps […]

December 8, 2023

Alliant QIN-QIO Newsletter – December 2023

In This Issue: Register for Upcoming Events Leadership Lesson: Advice from the Frontlines Resources and Information on: Health Equity  COVID-19 and Emergency Preparedness  Opioid Utilization and Misuse Patient Safety Training Chronic Disease Care Coordination and Partnerships for Community Health Immunization BFAC

December 8, 2023

Alliant HQIC Newsletter – December 2023

In This Issue:  News from CMS Partner Educational Events Past Learning and Action Network (LAN) Events Expert Insights and Resources on: Behavioral Health and Opioid Stewardship Antibiotic Stewardship Patient Safety Readmissions/Care Transitions Patient and Family Engagement Health Equity Workplace Violence Prevention Best Practices Corner Success Stories

December 1, 2023

Leadership Lesson – December 2023: Surviving the Holiday Season – Tips to Combat Stress

Words of advice from leaders on the front lines. This month’s leadership lesson is from Leighann Sauls, RN, CDN, Alliant Health Solutions’ deputy director/program director of Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, and Tennessee. The holiday season is upon us, bringing with it a mix of emotions – joy, cheer, and stress. For many people, the holiday […]