President's Perspective – Kansas Health Care Workforce Report

KHA has published our annual Kansas Health Care Workforce Report, which provides an in-depth analysis of the current state of the health care workforce statewide. The report underscores ongoing staffing challenges and emphasizes the need for continued investment in workforce development initiatives.

Discover New Perspectives During Thursday's Allied Organization Luncheon Sessions

Thursday's luncheon sessions at KHA's Convention offer attendees the opportunity to connect with colleagues and explore timely health care issues. Each luncheon is either in partnership with or sponsored by one of KHA's allied organizations, providing unique educational opportunities tailored to a range of professional interests.

Join Us Aug. 24 for the KHA-PAC Golf Scramble

Excitement is building for the Annual Kansas Hospital Association Political Action Committee Golf Scramble, taking place Monday,  Aug. 24, in Salina! Register by Aug. 17.

Building Confidence in International Nurse Staffing – Aug. 4

This webinar features a panel of leaders from KHA, Salina Regional Health Center and Interstaff to discuss how hospitals can navigate financial, regulatory and clinical considerations while ensuring a seamless onboarding experience for internationally educated nurses.

HealthDox Educational Webinar – Aug. 20

This webinar will focus on an overview of the HealthDox GRC Suite and allow participants to drill down with questions about how these will be helpful in running a successful hospital.

Register Now for CMS Region 7 Behavioral Health Strategy Webinar – Aug. 26

This webinar will bring together CMS leadership, health care professionals and stakeholders to explore actionable strategies aimed at transforming behavioral health care across our communities.

Seeking Hospitals to Profile Careers in the 2027 Virtual Health Care Career Day

Would your hospital like to be featured in our fifth annual Virtual Health Care Career Day on Feb. 17, 2027. Please complete an interest form if you would like to be one of the eight hospitals profiling a health care career. Register here for a required webinar on Aug. 18, 2027, to learn more.

Kansas Board of Pharmacy Shares Kansas AG Opinion on Prescriptions from PAs, APRNs

In their newsletter last week, the Kansas Board of Pharmacy shared a March 2026 Kansas Attorney General opinion on the validity of prescriptions issued by physicians' assistants and nurse practitioners.

Building Healthier Futures: Securing Grant Funding for Maternal and Child Health Programs – July 30

Gain a comprehensive overview of today's grant funding environment and emerging trends shaping opportunities in maternal and child health. This session will offer practical, actionable insights to help hospitals identify funding opportunities and position themselves for success, regardless of prior grant experience.

Water on Wheels Cart Emergency Response Demonstration – Sept. 18

The Environmental Protection Agency Region 7 and the Kansas Rural Water Association invite you to attend a water emergency response demonstration featuring on-site emergency water treatment using the Water on Wheels Cart.

Prehospital Blood Landscape Survey

The survey aims to identify challenges and the key functions and capabilities needed to successfully launch and sustain a program, based on real-world experience and subject-matter expertise.

2026 K-TRACS Integration Funding Survey

The Kansas Board of Pharmacy invites health care professionals to help evaluate future funding options for integrating K-TRACS data into clinical workflows by completing a brief survey.

BioWound Solutions Added to APS Vendor Roster for Hospitals – Webinar Aug. 11

Please join APS staff for an introductory webinar to learn about BioWound Solutions, an in-house wound care program dedicated to partnering with CAHs to strengthen and expand rural wound care in your organization.

Positions Available

Telehealth Outreach Coordinator and Nurse Navigator, Care Collaborative – Hays, The University of Kansas Health System.

Federal and National News

CMS Modernizes Nursing Home Oversight, Clinical Diagnostic Laboratories: Act Now Before Reporting Period Ends, Join an ACO for Performance Year 2027, Submit Your Comments on CLIA Regulations by Sept. 14, Get Ready for the PEPPER Relaunch, Medicare Beneficiary Date of Death: Manual Update