Credentialing Resource Center Journal - Volume 33, Issue 10

The impact of staff well-being on patient safety

October 30, 2024

According to the National Academy of Medicine, 35%–45% of nurses and physicians and 40%–60% of medical students and residents report symptoms of burnout, a serious condition that involves chronic exhaustion and a negative attitude toward work. Burnout is often caused by unmanaged work stress,...

Credentialing Resource Center Digest

Take the 2025 MSP Salary Survey now!

October 30, 2024

The Credentialing Resource Center’s (CRC) annual MSP Salary Survey measures the compensation rates, essential duties, and other workplace trends shaping the careers of MSPs across the industry. The survey covers areas such as salary, work hours, benefits, and other work-related subjects in order...

Credentialing Resource Center Digest

Tip: Know when to opt for external peer review

October 30, 2024

Although external peer review is seldom required in most organizations, it is nonetheless important to have a policy in place should the need arise. In many hospitals, the service line or department chair, medical staff quality committee (MSQC), or another designated group will make...

Medical Staff Briefing - Volume 34, Issue 10

Examining the ACHC's new healthcare staffing services certification

October 29, 2024

The Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) has launched its new Healthcare Staffing Services Certification, which aims to validate that staffing agencies supplying immediate, short-term placements meet recognized standards for quality in providing clinical professionals to healthcare...

Medical Staff Briefing - Volume 34, Issue 10

Temporary privileges policy and immediate patient care needs

October 24, 2024

There are some circumstances when the granting of temporary privileges is essential in order for the organization to meet urgent or immediate patient care needs. Organizations should have policies that clearly outline their pre-established criteria for granting temporary privileges.

Credentialing Resource Center Digest

Peer review for employed physicians

October 24, 2024

Peer review is an essential activity that must apply to both employed and independent members of a medical staff.

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