This episode features Michelle Winfield-Hanrahan, RN BSN MHA MSN, Chief Clinical Access Officer & Assistant Vice Chancellor for Access at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). Here, she discusses what led her into healthcare leadership, the value of being a good listener, top challenges she’s preparing for going into 2023, and a lot more. Want to network with peers and hear more conversations like this? Apply to be one of our complimentary guest reviewers at our upcoming Annual Meeting April 3-6, 2023 here.
Summary
Michelle Winfield-Hanrahan Discusses Healthcare Leadership and Challenges for 2023
Introduction
Michelle Winfield-Hanrahan, RN BSN MHA MSN, serves as Chief Clinical Access Officer and Assistant Vice Chancellor for Access at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). In a recent interview, she shares insights into her journey in healthcare leadership, the importance of listening, and the top challenges she’s preparing for going into 2023.
About Michelle Winfield-Hanrahan
Michelle brings 27 years of healthcare experience to her role at UAMS. She has worked in emergency medicine, critical care, organizational capacities, patient access consultancy, and more. Her current areas of focus include finances and capacity, which have been strained by the economic environment and staffing constraints.
Top Challenges Facing Healthcare Leaders
Looking ahead to the next two to three years, Michelle believes that healthcare leaders need patience and perseverance to be successful. Change takes time and effort, and leaders must prioritize patient care and finding ways to improve patient flow, decrease length of stay, and turn over beds more quickly. She also highlights the importance of recognizing and valuing the nursing profession through charging fees for nursing services and providing necessary recognition.
Thinking Outside of the Box
Michelle emphasizes the importance of thinking outside of the box in improving healthcare delivery. Leaders need to help people understand why changes need to be made to improve patient care, which will help them to be more open to making those changes. By focusing on improving the patient experience, leaders can help to create a positive culture of change and progress in their organizations.
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If you’d like to network with peers and hear more conversations with healthcare leaders like Michelle Winfield-Hanrahan, apply to be one of our complimentary guest reviewers at our upcoming Annual Meeting on April 3-6, 2023. Learn more and apply here.
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This episode aired on 01/21/2023 and can be listened here.