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Read about a new year's message from AzHHA, the AzHHA 2024 Annual Report being available online and today's deadline for the Arizona Transition to Practice Program cohort four applications.

 

 

 

This week, read about: A new year’s message from AzHHA. The AzHHA 2024 Annual Report being available

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Connection Newsletter

By AzHHA Communications ● Jan. 2, 2025

Smart Brevity® count: 2 mins...548 words

This week, read about:

  • A new year’s message from AzHHA.
  • The AzHHA 2024 Annual Report being available online.
  • Today’s deadline for the Arizona Transition to Practice Program cohort four applications.
 

Happy New Year!

Party hat with candles, blowouts, and confetti.

All of us at AzHHA hope that you enjoyed the holiday season and wish you a happy and healthy 2025!

We’re excited to embark on another year working with our members, partners and supporters to advance health and healthcare in Arizona.

In 2025, we’ll build on the power of the collective and continue to take collaborative action at the state capitol, in hospitals and at home to attain the best healthcare outcomes for our community.

Here’s to a great 2025!

 

AzHHA’s 2024 Annual Report

2024 Annual Report

AzHHA’s 2024 Annual Report is now available online!

Why it matters: Take a look back on some of the highlights and wins on behalf of Arizona’s hospitals from 2024 including:

  • Legislative and policy recap
  • AzHHA membership perks
  • Grant funded programs that improve Arizona’s healthcare system

The big picture: The report illustrates the value of an AzHHA membership and showcases what we accomplished together in 2024.

  • What’s next: We will remain your steadfast advocate as we continue to bring together diverse voices to advance health and healthcare in Arizona.
Download the report
 

🚨Deadline today: Arizona Transition to Practice Program applications for fourth cohort

Nurses

The application deadline is today for the fourth cohort of the Arizona Transition to Practice Program for New Graduate Registered Nurses beginning in February 2025.

  • Applications are due Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025.
  • Already applied? The Arizona Transition to Practice Program team will reach out to you soon.
Apply now

Why it matters: With this program, we aspire to create an environment where our nurses can transition seamlessly from academia to practice, gaining the confidence and competence they need to provide the best possible quality care to our communities.

The big picture:

  • Any Arizona healthcare facility licensed by the Arizona Department of Health Services that hires new graduate registered nurses may apply.
  • Priority will be given to critical access hospitals or hospitals located in counties with a population of less than 500,000 people.
  • Hospitals with existing 12-month Transition to Practice programs are not eligible.

Questions? Email [email protected].

 

UPCOMING EVENTS

Friday, Jan. 31, 2025 - 2025 Winter State of the State
This event includes The Hertel Report’s bi-annual healthcare market update. Topics include Medicare Advantage, the ACA Marketplace, Medicaid (AHCCCS), accountable care organizations and the industry’s shift to value-based payments. AzHHA members receive $15 off their registration with code “azhha2025.” Register now.

Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025 - Introduction to POLST
Join physician orders for life-sustaining treatment paradigm (POLST) for their one-hour virtual workshops equipping healthcare professionals with knowledge and resources to begin using POLST in Arizona. Register here.

Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025 - 2025 AzCHER medical response surge exercise
The targeted groups for this exercise include acute care hospitals, long-term care facilities, public health stakeholders and county and tribal emergency management professionals. AzCHER regional managers will send exercise invitations directly. Questions? Reach out to your AzCHER regional manager or Jamie Beauvais.

 

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