It’s that time of year again. As the 2025 flu season unfolds, hospitals and healthcare systems across the country are grappling with unprecedented challenges. Emergency departments (EDs) are overwhelmed with patients presenting flu-related complications, leading to longer wait times, resource shortages, and increased strain on already overburdened healthcare professionals. A [...]
Written by: Joe Chow, MD, Adult Medical Director, AccessNurse The Early Years Ask hospital CEOs or healthcare practice leaders what are some of the top issues that keep them up at night, and no doubt financial pressures, in one iteration or another, is likely to be their answer. Whether it is [...]
The CDC reports high levels of flu throughout most of the US, with flu A (H1N1 and H3N2) as the predominant strains circulating. The CDC provides a nice time-lapse map of how quickly the flu has expanded during December here. This timing is not unexpected given the prior respiratory seasons and [...]
As winter approaches, healthcare systems face a predictable surge in patient volume due to common seasonal illnesses such as colds, flu, and respiratory infections. This increased demand can stretch hospital resources, causing longer wait times and overburdened clinical staff. Implementing nurse triage services is a proven way for providers and [...]
In the dynamic landscape of healthcare, patient satisfaction is paramount. AccessNurse is committed to improving patient outcomes by providing top-tier nurse triage services. Our mission is to ensure that patients receive the care they need through innovative and efficient solutions. AccessNurse is dedicated to delivering professional nurse triage services that [...]
Written by: Meredith Delp, DO, AccessNurse Women’s Health Medical Director A groundbreaking blood test for predicting severe preeclampsia has recently been approved by the FDA, marking a significant advancement in maternal-fetal medicine. Developed by Thermo Fisher Scientific and spearheaded by research at the University of Chicago, this test promises to improve [...]
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Meredith Delp has accepted our Women’s Health Medical Director position. This role was created to support the incredible growth in our Women’s Health nurse triage program. With 11 years of experience in the OBGYN field, Dr. Delp, has been both a dedicated provider [...]
Written by: Meredith Delp, DO, AccessNurse Women’s Health Medical Director The United States is currently facing a significant and growing shortage of OBGYN physicians, a trend that poses a considerable threat to women’s healthcare across the nation. This shortage is not just a temporary challenge; it’s expected to deepen, affecting more [...]
Overview It’s no secret that today’s health systems and providers are under increasing pressure to control costs. In a post-COVID environment, hospitals and other patient care facilities are still trying to recover from the billions of dollars in lost revenue coupled with current increased operating expenses. In fact, more than [...]
In honor of National Nurses Month, AccessNurse Announced a New “Sweet 16 Campaign” Program to Recognize 16 of Our Top-Performing Telephone Triage Nurses To be eligible for the “Sweet 16 Campaign,” team members must be nominated by their Clinical Operational Manager and be in exceptional standing relative to performance and [...]