Henderson Hospital demonstrated lower inpatient mortality rates,
with fewer readmissions and complications.
Henderson Hospital was identified as one of the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals® according to an independent quality analysis provided by PINC AITM, the technology and services brand of Premier, Inc., and reported by Fortune. It was ranked in the category of Top Large Community Hospitals.
To create the list, an objective, quantitative analysis of publicly available data was conducted to identify the top hospitals in the United States. The primary purpose of the PINC AITM 100 Top Hospitals® program is to inspire hospital and health system leaders to pursue higher performance and deliver added value to patients and communities. The program leverages transparent, nonbiased data to help inform strategies for sustained performance. Organizations do not apply to participate in the study, and award recipients do not pay to market their honor.
“This was a wonderful surprise,” said Sam Kaufman, CEO of Henderson Hospital. “Our entire team works tirelessly to provide top-quality care to our patients every shift, every day. It’s a collective effort across our medical staff and clinical teams, and I’m incredibly proud of them.”
Along with the Fortune and Premier’s PINC award, Henderson Hospital has also received 12 consecutive A grades from The Leapfrog Group, along with high profile awards from the American Heart Association, the American College of Emergency Physicians and The Joint Commission.
100 Top Hospitals® Program Performance
This year, based on comparisons between the study’s top performers and a peer group of similar hospitals, the analysis found that the top performers of the 100 Top Hospitals® program delivered better outcomes while operating more efficiently and at a lower cost. Compared to peer hospitals, this year’s top performers had:
• 39 percent fewer inpatient deaths than peer hospitals.
• 26.6 percent fewer patients with complications.
• 30.6 percent fewer healthcare-associated infections (HAIs).
• A 21.1 percent lower inpatient expense per discharge.
• 0.5-day shorter average length of stay.
• Better reported patient experience scores, with a top-box Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) score of 73 percent versus 67 percent for peer hospitals.
“Hospitals and health systems continue to recognize the vital importance of performance improvement for high-quality patient care, proving value and enabling the innovations that drive healthcare forward,” said Leigh Anderson, Premier’s Chief Operating Officer and the leader of PINC AITM. “The transparent, non-biased and actionable data this study provides helps leaders make informed decisions for change and proves that Henderson Hospital excels across a range of core performance indicators, which can directly lead to significantly higher quality patient outcomes, with fewer readmissions and complications.”
About the Study
The PINC AITM 100 Top Hospitals® program focuses on short-term, acute care, non-federal U.S. hospitals that treat a broad spectrum of patients. Researchers evaluated 2,601 short-term, acute care, non-federal U.S. hospitals and health systems. All research was based on the following public data sets: Medicare cost reports, Medicare Provider Analysis and Review (MEDPAR) data, and data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Care Compare website.
Eligible hospitals are ranked for performance across 10 measures within five domains. Final rank is determined based on performance for all individual measures. To allow for fair comparison, hospitals are stratified and then ranked within five separate peer groups with a pre- determined number of high-performing hospitals: major teaching hospitals (15 facilities), teaching hospitals (25 facilities), large community hospitals (20 facilities), medium community hospitals (20 facilities), and small community hospitals (20 facilities).
About Henderson Hospital
Henderson Hospital is a member of The Valley Health System, a network of acute care and specialty hospitals that provide care for patients throughout Southern Nevada and nearby communities. Located in Henderson, NV, the acute care hospital offers emergency care, surgical services, including an outpatient surgery center, cardiovascular care, women’s health and maternity services, including a Level III neonatal intensive care unit, outpatient wound care and two freestanding emergency departments – the ER at Green Valley Ranch and the ER at Cadence. It is accredited as an Advanced Primary Heart Attack Center, an Advanced Primary Stroke Center and as a bronze-level Geriatric Emergency Department (GEDA). Henderson Hospital has also been honored by The Leapfrog Group as a Top General Hospital, a Top Teaching Hospital and earned the “A” Patient Safety Grade from the Leapfrog Group during its last 12 award cycles. In spring 2024, Henderson Hospital was also named one of the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals® by Fortune and Premier’s PINC AITM. The hospital opened in 2016.
Health District promotes healthy alternatives to sugary drinks
Most Americans are consuming too many added sugars in their diet. Sugar-sweetened beverages including sodas, energy drinks, and fruit drinks are a main source of added sugars. A regular, 12-ounce can of soda can contain a full 10 teaspoons of sugar. Because of the added sugar, soft drinks and other sugar-sweetened beverages can contribute to health issues including obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease and tooth decay.
To raise awareness of this issue, the Southern Nevada Health District’s Office of Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion will conduct its annual Soda Free Summer Challenge from Friday, May 3, through Saturday, Aug. 31. The campaign urges everyone to choose healthier beverages in favor of soda and other sugary drinks.
For information on how to participate in the Soda Free Summer Challenge, visit www.GetHealthyClarkCounty.org or www.VivaSaludable.org. To learn about local, upcoming events associated with this campaign, visit the Get Healthy Clark County Community Calendar or Calendario de la comunidad.
Sugary drinks include sodas, sports drinks and fruit drinks, as well as tea and coffee sweetened with added sugar. Nationally, 63% of youth and 49% of adults reported having sugary drinks once daily or more. On average, children consume more than 30 gallons of sugary drinks per year, enough to fill an entire bathtub.
The average American consumes approximately 17 teaspoons of added sugar each day. Adolescents (12-19 years old) are the highest consumers of sugar-sweetened beverages. In Clark County, 11.4% of adolescents drank one can, bottle or glass of soda at least once per day during 2019. That rate increased to 13.3% in 2021. However, the 2021 rate was down significantly from the 23.3% recorded in 2007.
According to the American Heart Association, men should consume no more than 9 teaspoons of added sugar per day. For women, the recommended daily maximum is 6 teaspoons. Adults and children are encouraged to limit sugary drinks and opt for healthier alternatives including water, unsweetened tea and plain milk.
Consumers are advised to read nutrition labels to determine how much added sugar is included in their drinks. For information about how to identify added sugars, visit the sugary beverages web page on the Get Healthy or the Viva Saludable Spanish language website.
The Southern Nevada Health District serves as the local public health authority for Clark County, Boulder City, Henderson, Las Vegas, Mesquite and North Las Vegas. The agency safeguards the public health of the community’s residents and visitors through innovative programs, regulations, and initiatives focused on protecting and promoting their health and well-being. More information about the Health District, its programs, services, and the regulatory oversight it provides is available at www.SNHD.info. Follow the Health District on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
New Grade for Spring 2024 National Recognition for Patient Safety
Henderson Hospital earned its 12th consecutive “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit watchdog. Leapfrog assigns an “A,” “B,” “C,” “D” or “F” grade to general hospitals across the country based on over 30 measures of errors, accidents, injuries and infections as well as the systems hospitals have in place to prevent them.
“To be consistently recognized by The Leapfrog Group for patient safety is a tremendous point of pride for us,” said Sam Kaufman, CEO of Henderson Hospital. “Since opening in 2016, our culture has been focused on every aspect of patient safety, and this 12th consecutive award reflects the commitment of every single person on our team to provide safe, effective, compassionate care.”
“Everyone who works at Henderson Hospital should be proud of this ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade,” said Leah Binder, president and CEO of The Leapfrog Group. “It takes complete dedication of at every level, and an ironclad commitment to putting patients first. I thank Henderson Hospital, its leadership, clinicians, staff, and volunteers for caring so deeply for its patients and their safety.”
The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade is the only hospital ratings program focused exclusively on preventable medical errors, infections and injuries that kill more than 500 patients a day nationally. The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade is peer-reviewed, fully transparent and free to the public. Grades are updated twice annually, in the fall and spring.
To see Henderson Hospital’s full grade details and to access patient tips for staying safe in the hospital, visit HospitalSafetyGrade.org and follow The Leapfrog Group on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram and via The Leapfrog Group newsletter.
About Henderson Hospital
Henderson Hospital is a member of The Valley Health System, a network of acute care and specialty hospitals that provide care for patients throughout Southern Nevada and nearby communities. Located in Henderson, NV, the acute care hospital offers emergency care, surgical services, including an outpatient surgery center, cardiovascular care, women’s health and maternity services, including a Level III neonatal intensive care unit, outpatient wound care and two freestanding emergency departments – the ER at Green Valley Ranch and the ER at Cadence. It is accredited as an Advanced Primary Heart Attack Center, an Advanced Primary Stroke Center and as a bronze-level Geriatric Emergency Department (GEDA). Henderson Hospital has also been honored by The Leapfrog Group as a Top General Hospital, a Top Teaching Hospital and earned the “A” Patient Safety Grade from the Leapfrog Group during its last 12 award cycles. In spring 2024, Henderson Hospital was also named one of the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals® by Fortune and Premier’s PINC AITM. The hospital opened in 2016.
About The Leapfrog Group
Founded in 2000 by large employers and other purchasers, The Leapfrog Group is a national nonprofit organization driving a movement for giant leaps for patient safety. The flagship Leapfrog Hospital Survey and Leapfrog Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) Survey collect and transparently report hospital and ASC performance, empowering purchasers to find the highest-value care and giving consumers the lifesaving information they need to make informed decisions. The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, Leapfrog’s other main initiative, assigns letter grades to hospitals based on their record of patient safety, helping consumers protect themselves and their families from errors, injuries, accidents and infections. For more, follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram and sign up for our newsletter.
Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center hosted a special training exercise in collaboration with the Clark County School District Police Department’s (CCSDPD) K-9 Unit on Wednesday, May 1st.
As part of ongoing commitment to ensuring the safety and security of our patients and staff, the hospital has invited CCSDPD to conduct K-9 drills in newly expanded 6th floor space before it opens to patients. This exercise will allow the K-9 teams to familiarize themselves with the layout of the floor and practice their search techniques in a realistic environment.
The CCSDPD brought in K-9 teams, including four firearms detection dogs and two drug detection dogs. Prior to the start of the drills, training aids were strategically placed throughout the 6th floor to simulate real-world scenarios.
Hospital staff was present to observe the drills. No patients were on the floor during the drills, ensuring that the exercise could be conducted safely and effectively.
This collaboration with CCSDPD highlights Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center’s commitment to providing a safe and secure environment for all who enter our facility.
Event Help During Las Vegas Science and Technology Festival
Southern Hills Hospital, a leading healthcare provider in the Las Vegas community, hosted an engaging and educational robotics event in conjunction with the Las Vegas Science and Technology Festival Sunday. The event attracted over 450 attendees, including children, parents, and technology enthusiasts, for a day filled with interactive learning and fun activities.
Attendees had the unique opportunity to explore cutting-edge robotics technology up close and personal. Southern Hills Hospital showcased a variety of state-of-the-art robots, including the Globus Robot, DaVinci Robot, Ion Robot, Stryker Mako Robot, and Mazor Robot. Children and adults alike were fascinated as they learned about the capabilities and applications of these innovative machines, fostering a deeper understanding of robotics and its impact on healthcare and beyond.
In addition to the robotics exhibition, Southern Hills Hospital also hosted a Teddy Bear Clinic, where children had the chance to learn essential caregiving skills as they tended to their beloved teddy bears. The clinic provided a fun and interactive environment for kids to engage with healthcare professionals and learn about the importance of compassion and empathy in patient care.
The event wouldn’t have been complete without the support of our community partners. Volunteers from the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) joined the festivities, showcasing their iconic pink patrol car and introducing attendees to McGruff the Crime Fighting Dog. LVMPD Summerlin Area Command and Las Vegas Fire & Rescue Bomb Squad were also present, offering valuable insights into public safety and emergency response.
“We were thrilled to see such a fantastic turnout for our robotics event,” said Cassandra Jones, Director of Communications at Southern Hills Hospital. “It was inspiring to witness the curiosity and enthusiasm of all the attendees as they explored the world of robotics and healthcare. We are grateful to our community partners and everyone who joined us for making this event a tremendous success.”
Southern Hills Hospital remains committed to providing innovative and engaging educational opportunities for the Las Vegas community. For more information about upcoming events and initiatives, please visit SouthernHillsHospital.com.
The Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) is honoring its 2024 Public Health Heroes, who play a vital role in creating a healthier and more resilient community for all. They were recognized during the Board of Public Health meeting on Thursday, April 25.
A Public Health Hero is an individual or organization whose efforts positively affect the health and well-being of our community. SNHD staff nominated this year’s honorees, who are employed by the Clark County School District (CCSD) and Roseman University of Health Sciences.
Clark County School District Health Services Department
Jennifer Budzinski, Employee Occupational Health Strategy Director and Sherri McPartlin, Health Services Director III/Chief Nurse, are being recognized for their work in addressing the active tuberculosis exposures in Clark County School District during 2023. They provided staff, facilities and support, helping SNHD navigate, plan and execute large scale testing. CCSD has developed a close working relationship with SNHD, and its efforts are integral to educating and supporting the community.
Budzinski is a registered nurse who has been in the health care field for 23 years. She began her career in emergency medicine and trauma. For the past 10 years she has worked for CCSD; seven years as a school nurse and three years as Employee Occupational Health Strategy Director. She became a director during the COVID-19 pandemic, helping to ensure that students and staff could return to in-person instruction safely after seeing the impact of isolation on students. Along with her duties involving staff health initiatives for all employees, she often collaborates with local, state and federal agencies. Her work with SNHD involves school-related infectious disease cases.
McPartlin is responsible for developing and implementing safe health policies and procedures in all CCSD schools. She directs the activities of the Health Services Department, while serving as a consultant to CCSD administrators as well as community and state agencies in the administration of the school health program. McPartlin has over 27 years of nursing experience, including both critical care and school health.
Clark County School District Risk Management Department
Director Kimberly Krumland and Safety Coordinator Stephen Johnston of the CCSD Risk Management and Safety Department have the responsibility of ensuring that the 300,000-plus students enrolled in CCSD attend schools that meet or exceed the health and safety requirements of the Nevada Administrative Code. As leaders, they supervise a department consisting of 15 staff members who work tirelessly to eliminate or mitigate hazards on school campuses throughout the Valley. In addition. Krumland and Johnston assist SNHD in responding to communicable disease outbreaks by disseminating the knowledge, tools and resources to respond to outbreaks and keep the school community safe.
Johnston was born and raised in Ohio, and his family moved to Las Vegas in 1981. He worked as a plumber and pipefitter for various companies including his family’s own plumbing company until 1995. He joined the Facilities Unit at CCSD later that year, where he and his team worked together to ensure the school district complied with SNHD’s health and safety standards. In 2015, Johnston moved to CCSD’s Risk Management Department, where he serves as the district’s Safety Coordinator. In this role, he works to maintain and improve school safety and health for students and staff.
Krumland has devoted the majority of her professional career to CCSD. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in business administration/financial services from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, in 1995. Her introduction to CCSD as an intern in the Risk Management Department left a lasting impression and she secured a risk management position at CCSD in Sept. 1996. In her nearly 28 years with CCSD, she has developed and implemented numerous policies and programs involving claims, safety, insurance, health and environmental issues.
Roseman University of Health Sciences
Dr. Andria Peterson, Executive Director, EMPOWERED Program, is being recognized for her outstanding contributions to improving the health and well-being of pregnant and postpartum women with substance use disorder (SUD). Through her leadership as Executive Director of the EMPOWERED Program, Dr. Peterson has identified gaps in care for infants and new parents affected by SUD and neonatal abstinence syndrome, leading to the development of comprehensive protocols and interventions. Her dedication, innovation, and tireless advocacy embody the essential services of public health.
Dr. Peterson joined the Roseman College of Medicine as executive director of the EMPOWERED program in 2021. Prior to that, she spent 12 years working as a clinical pharmacist in the pediatric and newborn intensive care units (NICU) at St. Rose Dominican Hospital. It was during this time that she co-founded the EMPOWERED program, a care coordination model designed to help pregnant and postpartum women with substance use disorder navigate the path from recovery to stabilization to resilience. Dr. Peterson is also an assistant professor of pharmacy practice with Roseman University’s College of Pharmacy where she has taught since 2009. Additionally, she serves on Nevada’s Patient Protection Commission and is a Core Team Member of the Nevada Reproductive Health Network.
The Southern Nevada Health District serves as the local public health authority for Clark County, Boulder City, Henderson, Las Vegas, Mesquite and North Las Vegas. The agency safeguards the public health of the community’s residents and visitors through innovative programs, regulations, and initiatives focused on protecting and promoting their health and well-being. More information about the Health District, its programs, services, and the regulatory oversight it provides is available at www.SNHD.info. Follow the Health District on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Southern Hills Hospital opened its brand new Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). The new state-of-the-art facility is designed to meet the needs of both babies and their families. With 15 beds, including 6 private rooms, spanning over 7,062 square feet, the unit provides ample space and privacy for families during their stay.
Senator Marilyn Dondero Loop and Councilman Jim Seabock were in attendance at the opening. The office of Commissioner Justin Jones presented Southern Hills Hospital with a proclamation, and Congresswomen Susie Lee and Jacky Rosen presented Southern Hills with congressional recognition.
The hospital also had the pleasure of welcoming Megan Gassler and baby Danielle, one of our NICU families. Megan shared her story and spoke about the care and compassion she received while having a baby in the NICU.
The establishment of this Level III NICU is a collective achievement, a testament to the dedication of Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center and the support of the community. Within these walls, miracles will happen, thanks to the tireless efforts of highly skilled medical professionals. They will provide the highest level of care to premature babies and those born with complex medical conditions, reflecting Southern Hills Hospital’s commitment to exceptional healthcare services.
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Gala celebrates the organization’s achievements, corporate and individual honorees and uplifts young adults with lived experience
Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth (NPHY) announces the 2024 NPHY Homecoming Gala – Celebrating the Journey Home! taking place on Thursday, May 16 beginning at 6:30 pm from atop World Market Center at Worldview. This celebration marks the first fundraising gala in over a decade for the organization.
This enchanting evening, reminiscent of high school homecoming celebrations, will be filled with music, dancing, exquisite food, delightful libations, homecoming photos, an awards ceremony honoring some of NPHY’s most dedicated supporters throughout the years, and more.
Corporate honorees at this year’s Homecoming include Las Vegas Sands, Game Changer Award; Credit One Bank, Corporate Champion Award; and Huntington & Ellis, Business Impact Award. Individual honorees include Assemblymember Howard Watts III, The Tyrone Thompson Youth Advocate Award; Judi Keltner, Visionary Award; and Richard Prisbrey and Boy Scout Troop 360, Volunteer of the Year Award.
The event will serve as the major fundraiser for NPHY’s ongoing efforts to provide support and resources to the thousands of homeless youth in the community. Every dollar raised will directly impact the lives of those who need it most, helping NPHY provide shelter, education, and other essential services to support youth experiencing homelessness to transition to safe and stable housing, and realize brighter futures.
“We believe in the transformative power of compassion and opportunity. Supporting NPHY is not just about providing shelter and resources; it is about investing in the future of our community,” said Arash Ghafoori, NPHY CEO. “Every youth deserves a chance to thrive, we are not just giving them a roof over their heads, but also the tools and resources they need to build a better tomorrow. No young person should have to live on the streets, we want them to know that there is support available that can help them transform their lives.”
The 2024 NPHY Homecoming Gala takes place on May 16, from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at Worldview, atop World Market Center, located at 475 S. Grand Central Pkwy on the 16th floor of Building B. Guests are encouraged to wear their best homecoming attire.
Tickets are now available for individual purchase at $200 per person, and there are a variety of table and sponsor opportunities. These range from the $1,000 Friends of NPHY to the $25,000 Platinum Sponsor. Each includes an increasing number of event tickets, tables and entrance to a VIP reception and increasing awareness opportunities in the event program, website and social media and marketing efforts.
Visit NPHY’s website for further details about the event, including registration and sponsorship opportunities. Visit https://nphy.org/gala2024/ to learn more and secure your tickets today or contact Lanette Rivera at 702-688-1013 or lanette@nphy.org.
About Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth:
NPHY is the most comprehensive service provider for the thousands of homeless youth in Southern Nevada, serving hundreds of youth through our core programs and touching the lives of thousands more through outreach each year. NPHY’s programs stabilize homeless teens’ lives, meeting their immediate needs and providing a safe, supportive environment and a path to self-sufficiency. Through our work with homeless youth, NPHY creates productive, healthy adults who contribute to society. Strengthening and complementing our high-quality direct services for homeless youth, NPHY is dedicated to advocating for the Vegas Valley’s homeless youth population and serves as a leader in systems-level efforts to eliminate homelessness among Nevada’s youth. For more information or to support our life-changing work for homeless youth, please visit http://www.nphy.org.
