We are the New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute, where we strive to improve the safety, quality, and affordability of health care for everyone. Learn more about us at: http://bit.ly/NJHCQI.https://bsky.app/profile/qualityinstitutenj.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/qualityinstitutenj.bsky.social/post/3mx5c7jk7go2eWelcome to the Quality Institute, 32BJ Labor Industry Cooperation Trust Fund (LICF)! 🎉The LICF works to address rising health care costs and hospital prices and supports efforts to ensure 32BJ members and their families have access to affordable, comprehensive health coverage: 32bjhealthinsights.org05 Oct 2026 16:04 +0000at://did:plc:vk35cfc5h6qthmvijio2c6cs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mx5c7jk7go2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/qualityinstitutenj.bsky.social/post/3mww6k7ep5a2fIn the latest #TakeFiveInterview, new Quality Institute Board Member Dr. Frank Ghinassi of Rutgers Health University Behavioral Health Care discusses integrated, interdisciplinary care and the payment barriers that continue to limit the behavioral health workforce: 🔗 njhcqi.info/takefive10012602 Oct 2026 20:10 +0000at://did:plc:vk35cfc5h6qthmvijio2c6cs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mww6k7ep5a2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/qualityinstitutenj.bsky.social/post/3mww6cbwuil2w🔗 Read the full blog: njhcqi.info/ceoblog100126 Health insurance coverage should mean access to care. Still, inaccurate provider directories/inadequate networks can leave patients unable to get an appointment when they need one. In the new #SchwimmerScript, Linda Schwimmer outlines what NJ can do.02 Oct 2026 20:06 +0000at://did:plc:vk35cfc5h6qthmvijio2c6cs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mww6cbwuil2whttps://bsky.app/profile/qualityinstitutenj.bsky.social/post/3mwt4wv2zht2aNavigating HR-1 implementation will raise questions along the way. Beginning 10/1, we'll hold virtual office hours this THURS 1-2pm. for health care & community stakeholders. Bring your questions, share challenges, & help identify issues: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81485174021?pwd=fG7oCAvhSfO1d4X43rViHMy2DVaMhw.101 Oct 2026 15:03 +0000at://did:plc:vk35cfc5h6qthmvijio2c6cs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwt4wv2zht2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/qualityinstitutenj.bsky.social/post/3mwsssivpgc2mHave a question about the Mayors Wellness Campaign or want to talk through an idea for your community? Join the MWC team for virtual office hours on October 20 at 12 p.m. No preparation is needed: njhcqi.info/mwcofficehours01 Oct 2026 12:02 +0000at://did:plc:vk35cfc5h6qthmvijio2c6cs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwsssivpgc2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/qualityinstitutenj.bsky.social/post/3mwofzngwuv2dHave questions about H.R. 1 implementation? Beginning 10/1, we'll host virtual office hours this THURS from 1-2pm. Health care & community stakeholders can join to ask questions, share challenges they’re seeing, & flag issues: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81485174021?pwd=fG7oCAvhSfO1d4X43rViHMy2DVaMhw.129 Sep 2026 18:03 +0000at://did:plc:vk35cfc5h6qthmvijio2c6cs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwofzngwuv2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/qualityinstitutenj.bsky.social/post/3mwbqwmnvcc2sYesterday, Quality Institute President & CEO Linda Schwimmer was honored to moderate a panel discussion on implementing New Jersey’s new Integrated Care License at Medina Health Center’s Insights From Health Care Leaders event.24 Sep 2026 17:13 +0000at://did:plc:vk35cfc5h6qthmvijio2c6cs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwbqwmnvcc2shttps://bsky.app/profile/qualityinstitutenj.bsky.social/post/3mw74lfmkdt2wPreparing for upcoming NJ FamilyCare changes? Join us on 9/24 at 12pm for a stakeholder webinar focused on H.R. 1 & what organizations need to know before changes take effect January 1. We'll cover work & re-enrollment requirements, exceptions: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/xZwaU08pSYuEb4OkwNPpgw23 Sep 2026 16:04 +0000at://did:plc:vk35cfc5h6qthmvijio2c6cs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mw74lfmkdt2whttps://bsky.app/profile/qualityinstitutenj.bsky.social/post/3mw6w7u65uk2fWe’re expanding our Raising the Bar for Maternal Health in NJ work to strengthen Perinatal Community Advisory Boards (PCABs) across the state. The Quality Institute is excited to partner with AtlantiCare and Inspira Health to elevate the voices of patients and community members.23 Sep 2026 14:10 +0000at://did:plc:vk35cfc5h6qthmvijio2c6cs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mw6w7u65uk2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/qualityinstitutenj.bsky.social/post/3mw4ulfhmh22l📣 Hospitals and ASCs: Submit your abstract for patient safety best practices by September 30. The Leapfrog Group is accepting abstracts for the Best Practices Poster Session at its 2026 Annual Patient Safety Summit & Awards Gala. (1/3)22 Sep 2026 18:35 +0000at://did:plc:vk35cfc5h6qthmvijio2c6cs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mw4ulfhmh22lhttps://bsky.app/profile/qualityinstitutenj.bsky.social/post/3mw4o72ziyy2oCongratulations to Quality Institute Board Member Dr. Mary Campagnolo + all recipients on receiving the 2026 SPC Lou Rose Health Care Hero Award! 🎉 We were proud to celebrate Mary and this well-deserved recognition of her dedication to improving the health and well-being of New Jersey’s veterans.22 Sep 2026 16:41 +0000at://did:plc:vk35cfc5h6qthmvijio2c6cs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mw4o72ziyy2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/qualityinstitutenj.bsky.social/post/3mw437wb7ks25Seven more NJ hospitals are preparing to launch TeamBirth this fall. TeamBirth huddles create structured moments for patients and care teams to discuss preferences, concerns, progress and decisions together. See participating hospitals: https://www.njhcqi.org/teambirth-model-grows-in-new-jersey-with-7-additional-hospitals-preparing-to-launch/22 Sep 2026 11:02 +0000at://did:plc:vk35cfc5h6qthmvijio2c6cs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mw437wb7ks25https://bsky.app/profile/qualityinstitutenj.bsky.social/post/3mvrzcvczen2wNJ patients who experienced a TeamBirth huddle reported strong autonomy: 95% felt their choices were respected, 92% felt informed, 95% understood the information provided, and 94% felt able to choose the best care option for them. https://www.njhcqi.org/teambirth-model-grows-in-new-jersey-with-7-additional-hospitals-preparing-to-launch/18 Sep 2026 11:01 +0000at://did:plc:vk35cfc5h6qthmvijio2c6cs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvrzcvczen2whttps://bsky.app/profile/qualityinstitutenj.bsky.social/post/3mvpsy5m6572wNJ FamilyCare changes tied to HR- take effect 1/1. On 9/24 at 12pm, we will host a stakeholder webinar to help health care providers & community organizations prepare. We’ll discuss new work, re-enrollment requirements, & practical ways to help NJ maintain coverage: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/xZwaU08pSYuEb4OkwNPpgw17 Sep 2026 14:02 +0000at://did:plc:vk35cfc5h6qthmvijio2c6cs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvpsy5m6572whttps://bsky.app/profile/qualityinstitutenj.bsky.social/post/3mvnpta2oo62dTeamBirth is expanding in NJ: 7 more hospitals are preparing to launch this fall, bringing the statewide total to 33 participating hospitals and birthing centers. Learn how TeamBirth supports communication and shared decision-making: https://www.njhcqi.org/teambirth-model-grows-in-new-jersey-with-7-additional-hospitals-preparing-to-launch/16 Sep 2026 18:00 +0000at://did:plc:vk35cfc5h6qthmvijio2c6cs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvnpta2oo62dhttps://bsky.app/profile/qualityinstitutenj.bsky.social/post/3mvkhxxbq6425Your #HealthyTown application should tell the full story of your community’s work. Join us at 12 p.m. TODAY for a deep dive into the 2026 Healthy Town application and rubric. We’ll cover what reviewers are looking for and walk through successful examples. Register now: njhcqi.info/htwr202615 Sep 2026 11:02 +0000at://did:plc:vk35cfc5h6qthmvijio2c6cs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvkhxxbq6425https://bsky.app/profile/qualityinstitutenj.bsky.social/post/3mvi3bhjm7j24Changes to NJ FamilyCare are coming 1/1. Join us on 9/24 at 12pm for the 1st in a series of stakeholder webinars on HR-1. We’ll cover what health care providers & community orgs need to know about new work & re-enrollment requirements, exceptions: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/xZwaU08pSYuEb4OkwNPpgw14 Sep 2026 12:09 +0000at://did:plc:vk35cfc5h6qthmvijio2c6cs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvi3bhjm7j24https://bsky.app/profile/qualityinstitutenj.bsky.social/post/3muzsov4qcp2mIs your community planning to apply for the 2026 Healthy Town designation? Join us on Sept. 15 at 12 PM for a #MWCNJ webinar focused on helping you put your strongest application forward. Register here: njhcqi.info/htwr202608 Sep 2026 19:58 +0000at://did:plc:vk35cfc5h6qthmvijio2c6cs/app.bsky.feed.post/3muzsov4qcp2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/qualityinstitutenj.bsky.social/post/3mumybawfns2j🔗 Read the full blog: https://njhcqi.info/ceoblog09032026 🗓️ Register for our first webinar on September 24: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/xZwaU08pSYuEb4OkwNPpgw An estimated 300,000 to 500,000 New Jersey residents are at risk of losing health coverage under H.R. 1, and some of those coverage losses are preventable. (1/2)03 Sep 2026 17:33 +0000at://did:plc:vk35cfc5h6qthmvijio2c6cs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mumybawfns2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/qualityinstitutenj.bsky.social/post/3muhesmpb7n25Join health care leaders on September 23 from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. for a discussion of New Jersey’s new Integrated Care License, covering the regulations, implementation considerations, opportunities and challenges, and steps organizations can take to prepare: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/annual-gala-373701 Sep 2026 12:02 +0000at://did:plc:vk35cfc5h6qthmvijio2c6cs/app.bsky.feed.post/3muhesmpb7n25https://bsky.app/profile/qualityinstitutenj.bsky.social/post/3mu5lfopmcs2xWe’re honored that Quality Institute President and CEO Linda Schwimmer has been named a 2026 NJBIZ Executive Excellence honoree. Thank you to @njbiz.bsky.social for recognizing Linda and the Quality Institute’s work, and congratulations to all this year’s honorees!28 Aug 2026 14:33 +0000at://did:plc:vk35cfc5h6qthmvijio2c6cs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mu5lfopmcs2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/qualityinstitutenj.bsky.social/post/3mu35liwpyc2dInvest Rural NJ is recruiting health care professionals to improve access to care in rural communities across New Jersey. The program is open to both new and current clinicians at eligible rural sites, with incentives that vary by profession and employment status.27 Aug 2026 15:21 +0000at://did:plc:vk35cfc5h6qthmvijio2c6cs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mu35liwpyc2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/qualityinstitutenj.bsky.social/post/3mtyjj7bcp226Congratulations to Quality Institute President and CEO, Linda Schwimmer, on being named one of BINJE’s Best Health Care Leaders for 2026! 🎉Linda is recognized among leaders from across New Jersey who are working every day to improve health care in our state.26 Aug 2026 14:16 +0000at://did:plc:vk35cfc5h6qthmvijio2c6cs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtyjj7bcp226https://bsky.app/profile/qualityinstitutenj.bsky.social/post/3mtjdu5rzps2lEJEC NJ is looking for Certified Home Health Aides (HHAs), Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), and Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) in New Jersey to share their experiences as direct care workers. Ten paid interview slots remain. 💻 Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScy2n9Ukt9MX0ZaIFH9gZ70KK667sbagWKKM1Q7N4i9o56gvQ/viewform?usp=send_form20 Aug 2026 13:25 +0000at://did:plc:vk35cfc5h6qthmvijio2c6cs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtjdu5rzps2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/qualityinstitutenj.bsky.social/post/3mtbvzbgsju2xOur member, Capital Health, was one of the first health systems in New Jersey to get the Wellbeing First Champion recognition. 🔗 Read the full interview: njhcqi.info/takefive081326 🏥 Learn how your hospital or health system can become a Wellbeing First Champion: drlornabreen.org/removebarriers17 Aug 2026 14:29 +0000at://did:plc:vk35cfc5h6qthmvijio2c6cs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtbvzbgsju2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/qualityinstitutenj.bsky.social/post/3msyedigrte2cNJ’s childhood immunization rates continue to drop. In the new #SchwimmerScript, Linda Schwimmer examines the rates by county & calls for NJ to launch a multi-pronged approach to get the word out on how vaccines are safe and important to protecting children + communities: njhcqi.info/ceoblog08132613 Aug 2026 19:18 +0000at://did:plc:vk35cfc5h6qthmvijio2c6cs/app.bsky.feed.post/3msyedigrte2chttps://bsky.app/profile/qualityinstitutenj.bsky.social/post/3msvaozynwc2z⏰TODAY: NJ municipalities will connect with statewide organizations offering programs, resources, & partnership to support community health. Whether you're looking for a new program, a trusted partner, or simply want to know what's available, this webinar will help: https://njhcqi.info/mwcresourcewebinar8122612 Aug 2026 13:35 +0000at://did:plc:vk35cfc5h6qthmvijio2c6cs/app.bsky.feed.post/3msvaozynwc2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/qualityinstitutenj.bsky.social/post/3msfyoanyy72vThank you to Integrity House for being a 2026–2027 #MayorsWellnessCampaign sponsor. Your work supporting individuals on their recovery journeys and advancing behavioral health services helps build healthier, stronger communities throughout New Jersey. 💙 #MWCNJ #QualityInstituteNJ #NJHCQI06 Aug 2026 12:02 +0000at://did:plc:vk35cfc5h6qthmvijio2c6cs/app.bsky.feed.post/3msfyoanyy72vhttps://bsky.app/profile/qualityinstitutenj.bsky.social/post/3msdvq22ml22kMeet organizations working across New Jersey to support healthier communities at our webinar in ONE WEEK, August 12th @ 12-1:30 p.m. From mental health and food security to healthy aging and community planning, this webinar brings together many organizations + resources: https://njhcqi.info/mwcresourcewebinar8122605 Aug 2026 16:04 +0000at://did:plc:vk35cfc5h6qthmvijio2c6cs/app.bsky.feed.post/3msdvq22ml22khttps://bsky.app/profile/qualityinstitutenj.bsky.social/post/3mrpvihpmh52xLooking for programs, resources, or organizations to support your community? Join the #MayorsWellnessCampaign on August 12 from 12-1:30 p.m. for a statewide webinar connecting municipalities with organizations working to improve community health across New Jersey: https://njhcqi.info/mwcresourcewebinar8122628 Jul 2026 17:06 +0000at://did:plc:vk35cfc5h6qthmvijio2c6cs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrpvihpmh52x