New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute
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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.
A big thank you to our 2025 #MayorsWellnessCampaign sponsors! Your support drives our mission to improve health and wellness throughout New Jersey. We’re making an impact together. 💙 #QualityInstituteNJ #NJHCQI #MWC #CommunityHealth
December 1, 2025 at 8:06 PM
A big thank you to our 2025 #MayorsWellnessCampaign sponsors! Your support drives our mission to improve health and wellness throughout New Jersey. We’re making an impact together. 💙 #QualityInstituteNJ #NJHCQI #MWC #CommunityHealth
Join Quality Institute President & CEO and The Leapfrog Group Board Chair Linda Schwimmer as she moderates the “AI and Patient Safety: Promise, Pitfalls, and the Path Forward” panel at the 2025 Leapfrog Annual Meeting on December 15, 1:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m.: www.leapfroggroup.org/about/2025-l...
November 25, 2025 at 2:42 PM
Join Quality Institute President & CEO and The Leapfrog Group Board Chair Linda Schwimmer as she moderates the “AI and Patient Safety: Promise, Pitfalls, and the Path Forward” panel at the 2025 Leapfrog Annual Meeting on December 15, 1:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m.: www.leapfroggroup.org/about/2025-l...
🙏 Proud of our team for their fantastic work at the 2025 NJLM Conference! From a strong MWC panel to meaningful conversations at Booth #107, your commitment shines through. Thank you for advancing our mission and supporting communities across New Jersey. #MWCNJ
November 20, 2025 at 2:12 PM
🙏 Proud of our team for their fantastic work at the 2025 NJLM Conference! From a strong MWC panel to meaningful conversations at Booth #107, your commitment shines through. Thank you for advancing our mission and supporting communities across New Jersey. #MWCNJ
How can you get the most out of your #MayorsWellnessCampaign? Join us for our MWC panel, “Bringing Wellness to Your Community with the Mayors Wellness Campaign,” TOMORROW, Tuesday, November 18, at 2:00 p.m. in room 414. ⭐ #NJLeague #MayorsWellnessCampaign #QualityInstituteNJ #NJHCQI
November 17, 2025 at 6:47 PM
How can you get the most out of your #MayorsWellnessCampaign? Join us for our MWC panel, “Bringing Wellness to Your Community with the Mayors Wellness Campaign,” TOMORROW, Tuesday, November 18, at 2:00 p.m. in room 414. ⭐ #NJLeague #MayorsWellnessCampaign #QualityInstituteNJ #NJHCQI
👏We’re proud to announce the 9 municipalities awarded grants through the #MWC Mental Health Initiative, powered by Walmart and supported by the New Jersey State League of Municipalities. These local projects will reduce stigma & expand access to mental health resources: njhcqi.info/mwcawardees2...
November 17, 2025 at 6:46 PM
👏We’re proud to announce the 9 municipalities awarded grants through the #MWC Mental Health Initiative, powered by Walmart and supported by the New Jersey State League of Municipalities. These local projects will reduce stigma & expand access to mental health resources: njhcqi.info/mwcawardees2...
📣The Fall 2025 #HospitalSafetyGrades from The Leapfrog Group are out now! Congratulations to the 35 New Jersey hospitals that earned an “A” grade this cycle, ranking NJ 3rd in the country for percentage of A’s: njhcqi.info/fallsafetygr... | www.hospitalsafetygrade.org
November 13, 2025 at 6:08 PM
📣The Fall 2025 #HospitalSafetyGrades from The Leapfrog Group are out now! Congratulations to the 35 New Jersey hospitals that earned an “A” grade this cycle, ranking NJ 3rd in the country for percentage of A’s: njhcqi.info/fallsafetygr... | www.hospitalsafetygrade.org
New #TakeFiveInterview: Nicole McQuillen, MSW, LCSW, Senior Vice President of Children & Family Services at CarePlus NJ & CEO of Paradigm School System, discusses how integrating behavioral health into education helps students thrive both emotionally and academically: njhcqi.info/takefive1106...
November 11, 2025 at 2:31 PM
New #TakeFiveInterview: Nicole McQuillen, MSW, LCSW, Senior Vice President of Children & Family Services at CarePlus NJ & CEO of Paradigm School System, discusses how integrating behavioral health into education helps students thrive both emotionally and academically: njhcqi.info/takefive1106...
November is Hospice & Palliative Care Month, a time to honor care that supports dignity and comfort. In the new #SchwimmerScript, we share how our COYL program helps NJ communities discuss advance care planning and the new Medicaid benefit for palliative care: njhcqi.info/ceoblog11062...
November 11, 2025 at 2:29 PM
November is Hospice & Palliative Care Month, a time to honor care that supports dignity and comfort. In the new #SchwimmerScript, we share how our COYL program helps NJ communities discuss advance care planning and the new Medicaid benefit for palliative care: njhcqi.info/ceoblog11062...
This #HomeCareWeek, we honor the compassion and dedication of home care workers, such as Certified Homemaker-Home Health Aides, Direct Support Professionals, and Certified Nurse Aides, who make it possible for older adults and people with disabilities to live independently and with dignity. (1/2)
November 10, 2025 at 3:17 PM
This #HomeCareWeek, we honor the compassion and dedication of home care workers, such as Certified Homemaker-Home Health Aides, Direct Support Professionals, and Certified Nurse Aides, who make it possible for older adults and people with disabilities to live independently and with dignity. (1/2)
📣 The #MayorsWellnessCampaign is headed to the New Jersey State League of Municipalities 2025 Conference — Booth 107! Mayors, stop by to learn new strategies to strengthen your MWC, engage your community, and help residents live their healthiest lives. To learn more, visit: bit.ly/NJHCQIMWC
November 5, 2025 at 2:41 PM
📣 The #MayorsWellnessCampaign is headed to the New Jersey State League of Municipalities 2025 Conference — Booth 107! Mayors, stop by to learn new strategies to strengthen your MWC, engage your community, and help residents live their healthiest lives. To learn more, visit: bit.ly/NJHCQIMWC
The 2025 MWC Champion of Health Award recognizes outstanding individuals in NJ communities who have demonstrated a commitment to advancing health & wellness. 🏅 Mayors, help us celebrate these champions. Submit your application by November 3rd by 5 PM: njhcqi.info/2024champion
October 30, 2025 at 1:22 PM
The 2025 MWC Champion of Health Award recognizes outstanding individuals in NJ communities who have demonstrated a commitment to advancing health & wellness. 🏅 Mayors, help us celebrate these champions. Submit your application by November 3rd by 5 PM: njhcqi.info/2024champion
Calling all NJ Mayors: Strengthen your #MayorsWellnessCampaign program by using our MWC Activities Agenda, a comprehensive toolkit to help you engage your residents and boost community wellness year-round. ✨ Get started today: njhcqi.info/mwcactivitie...
October 30, 2025 at 1:20 PM
Calling all NJ Mayors: Strengthen your #MayorsWellnessCampaign program by using our MWC Activities Agenda, a comprehensive toolkit to help you engage your residents and boost community wellness year-round. ✨ Get started today: njhcqi.info/mwcactivitie...
Mayors: Nominate a local leader or community member who has gone a long way to advance health and wellness in your town. 🏆 Applications for the 2025 #MayorsWellnessCampaign Health Champion Award are due by November 3rd by 5 PM. Submit your application: njhcqi.info/2024champion
October 27, 2025 at 6:06 PM
Mayors: Nominate a local leader or community member who has gone a long way to advance health and wellness in your town. 🏆 Applications for the 2025 #MayorsWellnessCampaign Health Champion Award are due by November 3rd by 5 PM. Submit your application: njhcqi.info/2024champion
This National Health Education Week, we highlight our work to support informed health decision-making across communities, from our Mayors Wellness Campaign to Mental Health First Aid training and community-based Advance Care Planning conversations through Conversation of Your Life (COYL) (1/3)
October 21, 2025 at 3:07 PM
This National Health Education Week, we highlight our work to support informed health decision-making across communities, from our Mayors Wellness Campaign to Mental Health First Aid training and community-based Advance Care Planning conversations through Conversation of Your Life (COYL) (1/3)
📝Join us for a virtual panel on Monday November 3rd from 1:15-2:15 p.m. for “Social Work Perspectives on Advance Care Planning in Aging” to explore how social workers can support health care professionals in initiating meaningful conversations about Advance Care Planning: njhcqi.info/regcoylwebinar
October 16, 2025 at 1:54 PM
📝Join us for a virtual panel on Monday November 3rd from 1:15-2:15 p.m. for “Social Work Perspectives on Advance Care Planning in Aging” to explore how social workers can support health care professionals in initiating meaningful conversations about Advance Care Planning: njhcqi.info/regcoylwebinar
ICYMI: 🎉Cohort 4 TeamBirth Launches Are Complete! This year, we wrapped up launches at all Cohort 4 sites. Our Quality Institute team visited each hospital to see the creativity and momentum surrounding TeamBirth. (1/3)
October 13, 2025 at 12:23 PM
ICYMI: 🎉Cohort 4 TeamBirth Launches Are Complete! This year, we wrapped up launches at all Cohort 4 sites. Our Quality Institute team visited each hospital to see the creativity and momentum surrounding TeamBirth. (1/3)
During National Midwifery Week, we recognize the essential role midwives play in delivering respectful, evidence-based care. 💙We thank New Jersey’s midwives for their leadership and dedication to improving care for pregnant patients and their families. (1/2)
October 6, 2025 at 12:00 PM
During National Midwifery Week, we recognize the essential role midwives play in delivering respectful, evidence-based care. 💙We thank New Jersey’s midwives for their leadership and dedication to improving care for pregnant patients and their families. (1/2)
In a new interview with The Healthcare Foundation of New Jersey, our Chief of Quality, Adelisa Perez-Hudgins, discusses how Perinatal Mental Health First Aid (PMHFA) training is equipping providers with the tools to recognize & respond to maternal mental health needs early. (1/2)
October 2, 2025 at 4:34 PM
In a new interview with The Healthcare Foundation of New Jersey, our Chief of Quality, Adelisa Perez-Hudgins, discusses how Perinatal Mental Health First Aid (PMHFA) training is equipping providers with the tools to recognize & respond to maternal mental health needs early. (1/2)
In the #QualityInstituteNJ's new #TakeFiveInterview, Dan Holub of the New Jersey Education Association (NJEA) shares his views on the NJ SHBEP, the need to invest more in primary care, workplace safety, mental health, and more. 🔗 Read the interview: njhcqi.info/takefive1001...
October 2, 2025 at 1:46 PM
In the #QualityInstituteNJ's new #TakeFiveInterview, Dan Holub of the New Jersey Education Association (NJEA) shares his views on the NJ SHBEP, the need to invest more in primary care, workplace safety, mental health, and more. 🔗 Read the interview: njhcqi.info/takefive1001...
AI in health care must be transparent and accountable. In the new #SchwimmerScript, Linda Schwimmer assesses the opportunities and serious risks of AI in health care, from clinical tools to insurance decision-making and patient platforms: njhcqi.info/ceoblog10012...
October 1, 2025 at 5:17 PM
AI in health care must be transparent and accountable. In the new #SchwimmerScript, Linda Schwimmer assesses the opportunities and serious risks of AI in health care, from clinical tools to insurance decision-making and patient platforms: njhcqi.info/ceoblog10012...
Thank you to our 2025 #MayorsWellnessCampaign sponsors! 🎉Your support keeps the campaign moving forward as we work to improve health and wellness in communities across New Jersey. We appreciate your partnership. #MWC #CommunityHealth #QualityInstituteNJ #NJHCQI
September 25, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Thank you to our 2025 #MayorsWellnessCampaign sponsors! 🎉Your support keeps the campaign moving forward as we work to improve health and wellness in communities across New Jersey. We appreciate your partnership. #MWC #CommunityHealth #QualityInstituteNJ #NJHCQI
✨ Thank you to everyone who joined us last week at our new offices in Trenton for our open house! We were proud to co-host the event with Taft Communications, a division of RF|Binder, and Trenton Health Team, for an evening filled with conversation and connection. (1/2)
September 23, 2025 at 1:22 PM
✨ Thank you to everyone who joined us last week at our new offices in Trenton for our open house! We were proud to co-host the event with Taft Communications, a division of RF|Binder, and Trenton Health Team, for an evening filled with conversation and connection. (1/2)
🎉 On the 10-year anniversary of Linda Schwimmer becoming CEO, she sat down for a #TakeFiveInterview to share her insights on the Quality Institute's impact on health care quality, safety, and affordability and priorities for the future: njhcqi.info/takefive0918...
September 23, 2025 at 1:21 PM
🎉 On the 10-year anniversary of Linda Schwimmer becoming CEO, she sat down for a #TakeFiveInterview to share her insights on the Quality Institute's impact on health care quality, safety, and affordability and priorities for the future: njhcqi.info/takefive0918...
Today is World Patient Safety Day! 🎉💙 At the Quality Institute, we recognize that safety improves when patients & families are active partners in care decisions. We work every day to enhance the safety, quality, & affordability of healthcare for everyone in our state. #PatientSafetyDay2025 #NJHealth
September 17, 2025 at 3:16 PM
Today is World Patient Safety Day! 🎉💙 At the Quality Institute, we recognize that safety improves when patients & families are active partners in care decisions. We work every day to enhance the safety, quality, & affordability of healthcare for everyone in our state. #PatientSafetyDay2025 #NJHealth
We’d like to give a special shoutout to all of our #QualityInstituteNJ members 👏 Your membership fosters collaboration and drives change within New Jersey’s health care landscape. If you’re interested in becoming a member, learn more here: bit.ly/QIMembership | bit.ly/QIAboutVTesser
September 15, 2025 at 5:14 PM
We’d like to give a special shoutout to all of our #QualityInstituteNJ members 👏 Your membership fosters collaboration and drives change within New Jersey’s health care landscape. If you’re interested in becoming a member, learn more here: bit.ly/QIMembership | bit.ly/QIAboutVTesser