5 Kindred Hospital Initiatives That Help Medically Complex Patients Recover
Kindred Hospitals provide specialized acute care and rehabilitation for medically complex patients leaving the ICU or med-surg unit. Take a look at 5 care initiatives at Kindred that help improve outcomes and reduce readmissions.
Specialized Caregivers
Our patients receive treatment from physicians, including specialists as needed, and a team that may include ACLS-certified nurses, respiratory therapists, physical, occupational, and speech therapists, pharmacists, and dietitians - all with experience helping medically complex patients recover.
Joint Commission Certifications
Demonstrating our commitment to excellence in care, all Kindred Hospitals have received at least one Disease-Specific Care Certification from The Joint Commission. Certification by The Joint Commission ensures a standardized, evidence-based approach to care and to performance measurement and improvement.
Move Early Program
The Move Early Program incorporates movement into the care plan as early as possible, even for patients on mechanical ventilation, promoting timely recovery of prior function.
Interdisciplinary Care Team Bedside Rounds
Kindred Hospitals’ physician-led interdisciplinary care teams gather at the patient’s bedside at least weekly to discuss patient goals, milestones, and progress, and to provide education and answer questions – improving patient and family experience and outcomes.
AfterCare
Our skilled AfterCare teams contact patients post-discharge to provide education and support as patients recover. AfterCare helps patients reach their full potential and reduces the risk of readmission.
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By: Dean French, MD, CPPS – Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Dean French is Executive Vice President and Chief Medical Officer of ScionHealth, parent company of Kindred Hospitals. Having previously served as Chief Medical Officer for multiple hospitals, Dr. French is an experienced physician executive. His unique perspective and capabilities are based on his nearly 20 years of outstanding experience in transformational and collaborative leadership in hospitals and health systems nationwide.