Prepare a Brief: Healthcare Delivery Identify and describe a healthcare delivery organization or hospital close to you or for which you have a special interest. Review its annual rep

Tampa General Hospital

www.tgh.org

1 Tampa General Cir, Tampa, FL 33606

Tampa general Hospital is a private not-for-profit hospital and is a qualified charitable organization under section 501(C)3 of the Internal Revenue Code. The foundation’s sole focus is to support the programs and services of Tampa General Hospital and does not make grants or donations to outside organizations. All gifts made to the Tampa General Hospital Foundation stay at Tampa General Hospital

Tampa General Hospital is one of the most comprehensive medical facilities in West Central Florida. Committed to providing area residents with excellent and compassionate health care ranging from the simplest to the most complex medical services (inpatient, outpatient services). PURPOSE STATEMENT-We heal. We teach. We innovate. Care for everyone. Every day.

Tampa General Hospital is considered one of the largest hospitals in Florida, Tampa General is licensed for 1,040 beds, and with more than 8,000 team members, is one of the region’s largest employers. Consistently recognized for world-class care, Tampa General Hospital is ranked as the #1 hospital in Tampa Bay by U.S. News & World Report for 2022-23. It is also nationally ranked as among the top 50 hospitals in the nation in seven specialties. TGH is a nationally designated  comprehensive stroke center, and has 32-bed. Their Neuroscience Intensive Care Unit is the largest on the west coast of Florida. Other outstanding centers include internal medicine, cardiovascular, orthopedic, high risk and normal obstetrics, urology, ENT, endocrinology, and the Children’s Hospital, which features a nine-bed pediatric intensive care unit and one of just three outpatient pediatric dialysis units in the state.

Tampa General is the safety net hospital for the region, caring for everyone regardless of their ability to pay, and in fiscal year 2020, provided a net community benefit worth more than $182.5 million in the form of health care for underinsured patients, community education, and financial support to community health organizations in Tampa Bay.

Foundation

The Tampa General Hospital Foundation was formed in 1974 by a group of compassionate citizens committed to providing meaningful philanthropic support to Tampa General Hospital. The foundation is a private, not-for-profit corporation,

Teaching Hospital:

Tampa General Hospital is the primary teaching affiliate of the University of South Florida College of Medicine and over 300 residents are assigned to Tampa General Hospital for specialty training in areas ranging from general internal medicine to neurosurgery.

Environmental and Sustainability Efforts:

Tampa General recently activated a major, multi-year community health and wellness initiative, TampaWell, in partnership with the City of Tampa. TampaWell is focused on engaging the entire community in preventative health efforts and creating a unique and holistic wellness ecosystem for residents. The partnership will focus on three initiatives in 2022 – routinely prescribing exercise and healthy food as medicine, enhancing fitness trails and parks in the downtown and adjacent areas, and developing a community garden and food pantry in East Tampa. Tampa General is dedicated to empowering communities and transforming lives.

Expansion and Development Projects:

Another key initiative and mission of Tampa General hospital is significantly advancing the future of health care in the Tampa Bay region. Tampa General Hospital Innoventures was Launched in November 2020, this venture capital fund is dedicated to driving a culture of innovation across our academic medical center through the support of early-stage startups and direct investments. Through TGH Innoventures, we have partnered with Embarc Collective, Tampa Bay’s innovation hub and education nonprofit that helps startups grow into scalable, thriving businesses.

Reference:

Shared Purpose and Vision | Tampa General Hospital (tgh.org)

. TGH Annual Report

https://78ca0751.flowpaper.com/TGH2021AnnualReportfinalflipbook/#page=1

Tampa General Hospital Only Major Teaching Hospital in Florida to be Named to the 2022 Fortune/Merative 100 Top Hospitals® List (prnewswire.com)

References

PR Newswire. (2023, March 2). Tampa General Hospital Named #1 in Tampa and #3 in Florida to Newsweek’s “World’s Best Hospitals 2023” List and Is Among the Nation’s Top 100.  PR Newswire US.

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QUESTIONS and ANSWERS:

Name, address, Web address, organization type, and method of care delivery (out-patient, in-patient, etc.)? The organization’s mission statement? Who owns the organization? What type(s) of facility/organization is it designated (for profit, not for profit, etc.)? How many patients are served monthly? How many beds are staffed vs. licensed for? What is the maximum patient load/occupancy rate daily? What are the major departments? What services does it offer? Does it offer charity care? If so, what are the standards used to determine who receives care? Does it receive any local, state, or federal subsidies?

Riverside Community Hospital (RCH) is near and dear to my heart – a place that I am proud to be associated with as a Registered Nurse (RN). RCH is a leading healthcare provider in Riverside, California, offering a comprehensive range of services and programs to patients in the area. In fulfillment of our Week 1 course discussion requirements, this brief outlines key information about the hospital, including its mission, ownership, designation, patient capacity, major departments, services, charity care, and subsidies. Let us get to it.

Hospital Information:

Riverside Community Hospital is located at 4445 Magnolia Avenue, Riverside, CA 92501. The official website is www.riversidecommunityhospital.com. RCH is a for-profit acute care hospital that provides both inpatient and outpatient services (Riverside Community Hospital, n.d.a).

Mission Statement:

The mission statement of RCH is to " commit to the care and improvement of human life" (Riverside Community Hospital, n.d.b).

Ownership and Designation:

RCH is owned by HCA Healthcare, a for-profit organization that operates hospitals and healthcare facilities across the United States (HCA Healthcare, n.d.). Thus, RCH is a for-profit facility and is designated as an acute care hospital (Riverside Community Hospital, n.d.a).

Patient Capacity:

I have personal knowledge the last time I worked at RCH that the hospital serves a large number of patients each month, although exact figures are not publicly available. To give one an intelligent estimate of the hospital’s patient capacity: RCH has 478 licensed beds, operates 24/7, and maintains a high occupancy rate (Riverside Community Hospital, n.d.a).

Major Departments:

Major departments at RCH include cardiology, emergency medicine, orthopedics, oncology, women's services, and rehabilitation services, among others (Riverside Community Hospital, n.d.c). I personally served at their Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and Emergency Department (ED) when I used to work there.

Services Offered:

RCH offers a wide range of services, such as diagnostic imaging, surgical services, stroke care, bariatric surgery, and maternity services. The hospital is also a designated Level II trauma center (Riverside Community Hospital, n.d.c).

Charity Care:

One of the many things I am proud of about RCH is the fact that they provide charity care to eligible patients who cannot afford their healthcare expenses. The hospital's charity care policy follows federal poverty guidelines, and eligibility is determined based on a patient's income, family size, and assets (Riverside Community Hospital, n.d.d).

Subsidies:

Information regarding local, state, or federal subsidies received by Riverside Community Hospital is not publicly available.

Other Relevant Information

Accreditations and Awards:

RCH has received numerous accreditations and awards that reflect its commitment to providing high-quality healthcare. The hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission and holds certifications in various specialties, including the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association's Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award and the American College of Cardiology Chest Pain Center accreditation (Riverside Community Hospital, n.d.e).

Teaching Hospital:

RCH is also a teaching hospital affiliated with several academic institutions. The hospital offers medical education programs and residency training in multiple disciplines, including internal medicine, family medicine, general surgery, and psychiatry (Riverside Community Hospital, n.d.f).

Community Outreach and Partnerships:

RCH actively engages in community outreach initiatives and collaborates with local organizations to address healthcare needs in the area. These efforts include hosting health fairs, providing free health screenings, and supporting educational programs related to health and wellness (Riverside Community Hospital, n.d.g). I have been personally involved in several of these community outreach programs, particularly among the marginalized and institutionalized adults in the area.

Environmental and Sustainability Efforts:

RCH is committed to environmental stewardship and strives to minimize its environmental impact. The hospital has implemented various initiatives to reduce energy consumption, waste, and pollution, such as recycling programs, energy-efficient lighting, and environmentally-friendly cleaning products (Riverside Community Hospital, n.d.h).

RCH : Looking to the Future

Expansion and Development Projects:

RCH continues to grow and invest in its facilities to better serve the community. The hospital has undertaken several expansion and development projects over the years, such as the construction of a new seven-story patient tower, which added private patient rooms, new operating rooms, and a larger emergency department (Riverside Community Hospital, n.d.i). I was there during the grand opening and was involved in training a lot of the novice nurses in this new building.

Innovation and Technology:

RCH is dedicated to incorporating advanced technology and innovation in its healthcare delivery. The hospital utilizes cutting-edge medical equipment and digital healthcare tools to enhance patient care, diagnostics, and treatment. RCH is also involved in clinical research and trials to advance medical knowledge and improve patient outcomes (Riverside Community Hospital, n.d.j).

Leadership and Governance:

RCH is governed by a board of trustees, which includes representatives from the community, medical staff, and HCA Healthcare. The board oversees the hospital's operations, strategic planning, and financial management, ensuring that RCH continues to provide quality healthcare services and meets the needs of its patients (Riverside Community Hospital, n.d.k).

Workforce and Employment Opportunities:

RCH employs a diverse workforce of medical and nursing professionals, support staff, and administrative personnel. The hospital offers competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. It is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that values diversity and encourages collaboration among its employees (Riverside Community Hospital, n.d.l). I personally know that a massive exodus of nurse, doctors, and upper management personnel occurred during the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic with retention rates hitting an all-time low. Nevertheless, I heard that RCH is slowly but surely bringing their retention rates back up to pre-COVID times.

Conclusion:

RCH plays a pivotal role in the healthcare landscape of Riverside, California this side of Southern California. Through its commitment to growth, innovation, and technology, RCH continually enhances its facilities and services. Guided by strong leadership (with a new CEO) and a dedicated workforce, the hospital remains focused on providing quality care to its patients and serving the community's needs. RCH plays a crucial role in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the residents of Riverside, California. With its mission to improve human life, the hospital is actively involved in community outreach, medical education, and environmental initiatives while offering a wide range of services and charity care options to ensure access to quality healthcare for all.

Finally, as an endcap to my Week 1 discussion post about RCH and HCA, I wanted to share this short video (Riverside Community Hospital, 2020):

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IrAmLIjwTX0

 

References

HCA Healthcare. (n.d.).  About HCA Healthcare.  https://hcahealthcare.com/about/

Riverside Community Hospital. (2020, May 6).  The Ones Who Care – Nurses Week 2020. [Video]. YouTube.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IrAmLIjwTX0

Riverside Community Hospital. (n.d.a).  About Riverside Community Hospital.  https://riversidecommunityhospital.com/about/

Riverside Community Hospital. (n.d.b).  Mission, vision, and values.  https://riversidecommunityhospital.com/about/mission-vision-values.dot

Riverside Community Hospital. (n.d.c).  Services.  https://riversidecommunityhospital.com/service/

Riverside Community Hospital. (n.d.d).  Financial assistance.  https://riversidecommunityhospital.com/community/patient-community-advisory-council.dot

Riverside Community Hospital. (n.d.e).  Accreditations and certifications.  https://riversidecommunityhospital.com/about/accreditations-and-awards.dot

Riverside Community Hospital. (n.d.f).  Graduate Medical Education.  https://riversidecommunityhospital.com/physicians/graduate-medical-education/

Riverside Community Hospital. (n.d.g).  Community involvement.  https://riversidecommunityhospital.com/community/

Riverside Community Hospital. (n.d.h).  Environmental stewardship.  https://riversidecommunityhospital.com/about/newsroom/riverside-community-hospital-reducing-our-environmental-footprint

Riverside Community Hospital. (n.d.i).  Expansion projects.  https://riversidecommunityhospital.com/about/newsroom/riverside-community-hospital-announces-the-official-opening-of-newly-expanded-and-renovated-emergency

Riverside Community Hospital. (n.d.j).  Innovation and technology.  https://riversidecommunityhospital.com/about/newsroom/first-robotic-whipple-procedure-in-region

Riverside Community Hospital. (n.d.k).  Leadership and governance.  https://riversidecommunityhospital.com/about/newsroom/building-hospital-leaders-though-hcas-executive-development-program

Riverside Community Hospital. (n.d.l).  Careers.  https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/

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QUESTIONS and ANSWERS:

Name, address, Web address, organization type, and method of care delivery (out-patient, in-patient, etc.)? The organization’s mission statement? Who owns the organization? What type(s) of facility/organization is it designated (for profit, not for profit, etc.)? How many patients are served monthly? How many beds are staffed vs. licensed for? What is the maximum patient load/occupancy rate daily? What are the major departments? What services does it offer? Does it offer charity care? If so, what are the standards used to determine who receives care? Does it receive any local, state, or federal subsidies?

Riverside Community Hospital (RCH) is near and dear to my heart – a place that I am proud to be associated with as a Registered Nurse (RN). RCH is a leading healthcare provider in Riverside, California, offering a comprehensive range of services and programs to patients in the area. In fulfillment of our Week 1 course discussion requirements, this brief outlines key information about the hospital, including its mission, ownership, designation, patient capacity, major departments, services, charity care, and subsidies. Let us get to it.

Hospital Information:

Riverside Community Hospital is located at 4445 Magnolia Avenue, Riverside, CA 92501. The official website is www.riversidecommunityhospital.com. RCH is a for-profit acute care hospital that provides both inpatient and outpatient services (Riverside Community Hospital, n.d.a).

Mission Statement:

The mission statement of RCH is to " commit to the care and improvement of human life" (Riverside Community Hospital, n.d.b).

Ownership and Designation:

RCH is owned by HCA Healthcare, a for-profit organization that operates hospitals and healthcare facilities across the United States (HCA Healthcare, n.d.). Thus, RCH is a for-profit facility and is designated as an acute care hospital (Riverside Community Hospital, n.d.a).

Patient Capacity:

I have personal knowledge the last time I worked at RCH that the hospital serves a large number of patients each month, although exact figures are not publicly available. To give one an intelligent estimate of the hospital’s patient capacity: RCH has 478 licensed beds, operates 24/7, and maintains a high occupancy rate (Riverside Community Hospital, n.d.a).

Major Departments:

Major departments at RCH include cardiology, emergency medicine, orthopedics, oncology, women's services, and rehabilitation services, among others (Riverside Community Hospital, n.d.c). I personally served at their Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and Emergency Department (ED) when I used to work there.

Services Offered:

RCH offers a wide range of services, such as diagnostic imaging, surgical services, stroke care, bariatric surgery, and maternity services. The hospital is also a designated Level II trauma center (Riverside Community Hospital, n.d.c).

Charity Care:

One of the many things I am proud of about RCH is the fact that they provide charity care to eligible patients who cannot afford their healthcare expenses. The hospital's charity care policy follows federal poverty guidelines, and eligibility is determined based on a patient's income, family size, and assets (Riverside Community Hospital, n.d.d).

Subsidies:

Information regarding local, state, or federal subsidies received by Riverside Community Hospital is not publicly available.

Other Relevant Information

Accreditations and Awards:

RCH has received numerous accreditations and awards that reflect its commitment to providing high-quality healthcare. The hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission and holds certifications in various specialties, including the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association's Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award and the American College of Cardiology Chest Pain Center accreditation (Riverside Community Hospital, n.d.e).

Teaching Hospital:

RCH is also a teaching hospital affiliated with several academic institutions. The hospital offers medical education programs and residency training in multiple disciplines, including internal medicine, family medicine, general surgery, and psychiatry (Riverside Community Hospital, n.d.f).

Community Outreach and Partnerships:

RCH actively engages in community outreach initiatives and collaborates with local organizations to address healthcare needs in the area. These efforts include hosting health fairs, providing free health screenings, and supporting educational programs related to health and wellness (Riverside Community Hospital, n.d.g). I have been personally involved in several of these community outreach programs, particularly among the marginalized and institutionalized adults in the area.

Environmental and Sustainability Efforts:

RCH is committed to environmental stewardship and strives to minimize its environmental impact. The hospital has implemented various initiatives to reduce energy consumption, waste, and pollution, such as recycling programs, energy-efficient lighting, and environmentally-friendly cleaning products (Riverside Community Hospital, n.d.h).

RCH : Looking to the Future

Expansion and Development Projects:

RCH continues to grow and invest in its facilities to better serve the community. The hospital has undertaken several expansion and development projects over the years, such as the construction of a new seven-story patient tower, which added private patient rooms, new operating rooms, and a larger emergency department (Riverside Community Hospital, n.d.i). I was there during the grand opening and was involved in training a lot of the novice nurses in this new building.

Innovation and Technology:

RCH is dedicated to incorporating advanced technology and innovation in its healthcare delivery. The hospital utilizes cutting-edge medical equipment and digital healthcare tools to enhance patient care, diagnostics, and treatment. RCH is also involved in clinical research and trials to advance medical knowledge and improve patient outcomes (Riverside Community Hospital, n.d.j).

Leadership and Governance:

RCH is governed by a board of trustees, which includes representatives from the community, medical staff, and HCA Healthcare. The board oversees the hospital's operations, strategic planning, and financial management, ensuring that RCH continues to provide quality healthcare services and meets the needs of its patients (Riverside Community Hospital, n.d.k).

Workforce and Employment Opportunities:

RCH employs a diverse workforce of medical and nursing professionals, support staff, and administrative personnel. The hospital offers competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. It is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that values diversity and encourages collaboration among its employees (Riverside Community Hospital, n.d.l). I personally know that a massive exodus of nurse, doctors, and upper management personnel occurred during the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic with retention rates hitting an all-time low. Nevertheless, I heard that RCH is slowly but surely bringing their retention rates back up to pre-COVID times.

Conclusion:

RCH plays a pivotal role in the healthcare landscape of Riverside, California this side of Southern California. Through its commitment to growth, innovation, and technology, RCH continually enhances its facilities and services. Guided by strong leadership (with a new CEO) and a dedicated workforce, the hospital remains focused on providing quality care to its patients and serving the community's needs. RCH plays a crucial role in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the residents of Riverside, California. With its mission to improve human life, the hospital is actively involved in community outreach, medical education, and environmental initiatives while offering a wide range of services and charity care options to ensure access to quality healthcare for all.

Finally, as an endcap to my Week 1 discussion post about RCH and HCA, I wanted to share this short video (Riverside Community Hospital, 2020):

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IrAmLIjwTX0

 

References

HCA Healthcare. (n.d.).  About HCA Healthcare.  https://hcahealthcare.com/about/

Riverside Community Hospital. (2020, May 6).  The Ones Who Care – Nurses Week 2020. [Video]. YouTube.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IrAmLIjwTX0

Riverside Community Hospital. (n.d.a).  About Riverside Community Hospital.  https://riversidecommunityhospital.com/about/

Riverside Community Hospital. (n.d.b).  Mission, vision, and values.  https://riversidecommunityhospital.com/about/mission-vision-values.dot

Riverside Community Hospital. (n.d.c).  Services.  <a rel='nofollow' target='_blank' href='htt