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Jeff O'Neill, Vice President at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital; Chad Kruse, Executive Director at the University of Nebraska Medical Center; Steve Van Ness, Vice President at CREF; and Patrick Casey, Senior VP at Harris Health System, dive into the pressing challenges of aging hospitals. They discuss how outdated infrastructure leads to safety risks and decreased patient satisfaction. The guests share innovative solutions, emphasize strategic planning, and highlight the need for modernization to enhance patient care and address workforce struggles in healthcare.

In this episode, we tackle a pressing issue affecting healthcare systems across the nation: the Aging Crisis in healthcare facilities management. Aging employees, aging infrastructure, and aging buildings are converging to create a perfect storm of challenges.Join us as healthcare facilities management experts Michael Hatton and Skanda Skandaverl share insights from the Texas Association of Healthcare Facilities Management Spring Conference. Together, we explore the risks, impacts, and potential solutions to this growing crisis, including how healthcare systems can address operational inefficiencies, regulatory risks, and knowledge gaps.🚨 Subscribe to the Healthcare Facilities Network Podcast to gain awareness about the rewarding career of healthcare facilities management: / @healthcarefacilitiesnetwork👥 Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-martin-6284363b/Today's Guests:👥 Connect with Michael | https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-hatton-2b8bb214b/👥 Connect with Skanda | https://www.linkedin.com/in/skanda-v-skandaverl-a8665b14/✅ Important Links To Follow:👉 Cref: https://cref.com👉 HFN Website: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/👉Watch on YouTube: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/👉Listen on Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...👉Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vWorrUkfsBprrg5S2TUjZ✅ Stay Connected With Us!👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthcare-facilities-network/👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthcarefacilitiesnetwork/👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572807523974👉X: https://x.com/HFNPodcast📬 For Business Inquiries: pmartin@cref.com=================================Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred by youacting or not acting as a result of listening to any of our publications. For all videos on mychannel: This information is for general & educational purposes only. Always consult with anattorney, CPA, or financial professional for advice based on your specific situation.Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fairuse" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, andresearch. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use© Healthcare Facilities Network.

What does Artificial Intelligence have to do with healthcare facilities management? A lot more than you might think.In this episode of the Healthcare Facilities Network, we explore how hospital facility leaders are incorporating AI into day-to-day operations—from streamlining maintenance to envisioning smarter systems for the future.Joining us for this conversation are three industry experts on the front lines of innovation: - Tom Elliott, Director of Facilities at Aramark Healthcare Plus, Confluence Health (Wenatchee, WA)- Irina Mladenova, Chief Product Officer at Vytal (Boston, MA)- Pouyan Layegh, AVP of Engineering & Building Systems at MD Anderson (Houston, TX)Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on how technology is reshaping the future of facilities management.🚨 Subscribe to the Healthcare Facilities Network Podcast to gain awareness about the rewarding career of healthcare facilities management: / @healthcarefacilitiesnetwork👥 Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-martin-6284363b/Today's Guests:👥 Connect with Tom | https://www.linkedin.com/in/tjefrinelliott/👥 Connect with Irina | https://www.linkedin.com/in/irinamladenova/👥 Connect with Pouyan | https://www.linkedin.com/in/pouyan-layegh/✅ Important Links To Follow:👉 Cref: https://cref.com👉 HFN Website: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/👉Watch on YouTube: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/👉Listen on Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...👉Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vWorrUkfsBprrg5S2TUjZ✅ Stay Connected With Us!👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthcare-facilities-network/👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthcarefacilitiesnetwork/👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572807523974👉X: https://x.com/HFNPodcast📬 For Business Inquiries: pmartin@cref.com=================================Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred by youacting or not acting as a result of listening to any of our publications. For all videos on mychannel: This information is for general & educational purposes only. Always consult with anattorney, CPA, or financial professional for advice based on your specific situation.Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fairuse" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, andresearch. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use© Healthcare Facilities Network.

The healthcare facilities management field offers a world of opportunity for passionate and motivated professionals—and this episode is proof.When we launched the Healthcare Facilities Network two years ago, one of our core goals was to help refill the pipeline of talent and showcase the exciting pathways for growth in this industry. Today, we welcome back four inspiring professionals who are living examples of advancement in action.Their journey began with our first “Generations in Healthcare Facilities” episode, recorded in the summer of 2023. Fast-forward two years, and each has achieved remarkable career growth, navigating unique challenges and uncovering fresh opportunities along the way.Join us for a thought-provoking conversation about career development, mentorship, and the evolving healthcare facilities landscape. Whether you're just starting out or looking for insights on fostering professional growth, this episode offers valuable lessons and real-world inspiration you won’t want to miss.🚨 Subscribe to the Healthcare Facilities Network Podcast to gain awareness about the rewarding career of healthcare facilities management: / @healthcarefacilitiesnetwork👥 Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-martin-6284363b/Today's Guests:👥 Connect with Claire | FSI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clairemeeks/👥 Connect with Logan | Penn Medicine: https://www.linkedin.com/in/logan-landis-147269193/👥 Connect with Jim | The Joint Commission: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-grana-1791a237/👥 Connect with Brittany | Advocate Health Care: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittany-remec-chfm-6795a71b/✅ Important Links To Follow:👉 Cref: https://cref.com👉 HFN Website: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/👉Watch on YouTube: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/👉Listen on Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...👉Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vWorrUkfsBprrg5S2TUjZ✅ Stay Connected With Us!👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthcare-facilities-network/👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthcarefacilitiesnetwork/👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572807523974👉X: https://x.com/HFNPodcast📬 For Business Inquiries: pmartin@cref.com=================================Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred by youacting or not acting as a result of listening to any of our publications. For all videos on mychannel: This information is for general & educational purposes only. Always consult with anattorney, CPA, or financial professional for advice based on your specific situation.Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fairuse" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, andresearch. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use© Healthcare Facilities Network.

What does it take to excel in facilities management today? In this episode of the Healthcare Facilities Network, we welcome David Trask, National Director of Facilities and Emergency Solutions at Arc Facilities Solutions, to explore this question.Drawing on his extensive experience across industries—including healthcare, municipalities, education, airports, and manufacturing—David sheds light on how Artificial Intelligence is shaping maintenance strategies and why smart hiring practices are essential for success.Tune in for expert perspectives and real-world solutions that can transform how your facility operates.🚨 Subscribe to the Healthcare Facilities Network Podcast to gain awareness about the rewarding career of healthcare facilities management: / @healthcarefacilitiesnetwork👥 Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-martin-6284363b/✅ Important Links To Follow:👉 Cref: https://cref.com👉 HFN Website: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/👉Watch on YouTube: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/👉Listen on Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...👉Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vWorrUkfsBprrg5S2TUjZ✅ Stay Connected With Us!👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthcare-facilities-network/👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthcarefacilitiesnetwork/👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572807523974👉X: https://x.com/HFNPodcast📬 For Business Inquiries: pmartin@cref.com=================================Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred by youacting or not acting as a result of listening to any of our publications. For all videos on mychannel: This information is for general & educational purposes only. Always consult with anattorney, CPA, or financial professional for advice based on your specific situation.Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fairuse" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, andresearch. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use© Healthcare Facilities Network.

The role of a Healthcare Facilities Director is evolving. While technical skills were once the top priority, today’s hospitals are looking for leaders with strong soft skills—often valuing them just as much, if not more. In this episode of the Healthcare Facilities Network, I sit down with Brian Cannella, a seasoned Director and degreed engineer, to explore this shift in competencies.From crisis management to team leadership, we discuss what it takes to succeed in today’s healthcare environment. And if a hospital needs to be evacuated at 2 AM on a freezing winter night—who do you want answering that call?Oh, and we’ll also touch on berry farms, tractors, and Ulysses S. Grant. You won’t want to miss this one!#HealthcareFacilities #Leadership #HospitalManagement #FacilitiesDirector #SoftSkills #CrisisManagement🚨 Subscribe to the Healthcare Facilities Network to gain awareness about the rewarding career of healthcare facilities management: @healthcarefacilitiesnetwork    👥 Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-martin-6284363b/  👥 Connect with Brian: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-cannella-bs-me-cpmm-29a37018/ ✅  Important Links To Follow: 👉 Cref: https://cref.com  👉 HFN Website: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/  👉Watch on YouTube: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/ 👉Listen on Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...👉Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vWorrUkfsBprrg5S2TUjZ ✅  Stay Connected With Us!👉 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthcare-facilities-network/ 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthcarefacilitiesnetwork/  👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572807523974 👉X: https://x.com/HFNPodcast 📬  For Business Inquiries: pmartin@cref.com   Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred by you acting or not acting as a result of listening to any of our publications. For all videos on my channel: This information is for general & educational purposes only. Always consult with an attorney, CPA, or financial professional for advice based on your specific situation.Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use© Healthcare Facilities Network.

Join us for this insightful conversation about hiring, education, industry trends, leadership, and the challenges of working in Houston's competitive healthcare market. Featuring special guest, Michael Hatton, to share his invaluable experience and discuss key topics affecting healthcare facilities management and leadership. With over 24 years of experience, Mike holds the title as 2025 ASHE President and Vice President of Facilities Engineering and Construction at Memorial Hermann Health System in Houston, TX. In this episode, we cover:2:30 – How Mike Found Himself in Texas10:40 – Competing for Top Facility Talent28:20 – Engaging the Next Generation in Healthcare33:25 – Mike’s priorities as ASHE President46:45 – Skills needed to reach the C-Suite52:45 – Reflections on running for ASHE President

The Healthcare Facilities Network welcomes Damian Mindley, Facilities Management Executive, Atlanta VA Healthcare System to the airwaves. Damian says that to work at the VA is to work on "A Noble Mission." And in this episode, you will learn why Damian talks fondly of this worthy mission, serving our nation's veterans who have served us, the American citizens. And if you are looking for a management opportunity, we spend the first couple of minutes of our episode discussing a Supervisory role Damian seeks to fill at the Atlanta VA. This is a role with a great deal of management responsibility, and enticements.  From job openings, our conversation advances to:00:00 Introduction04:48 Bow ties and neckties05:00 Damian seeks a new member for his management team 20:40 A Noble Mission: The VA Healthcare System35:38 Managing through Change51:15  "Now is a great time to join the VA:" Enticements and opportunitiesLink to the job discussed in this episode:https://www.usajobs.gov/job/823089700

The Healthcare Facilities Network welcomes Donya Brown, Regional Director of Facilities & Support Services, Mount Carmel Health System, Columbus, OH to the airwaves.Donya's journey with the five-hospital system began in the depths of the Covid pandemic. We look back to that time as Donya discusses some of the challenges he faced as he began with a new system, in a new state, in a challenging time for all leaders, never mind new leaders. Topics discussed include:* Creating a net of psychological safety* Balancing the hospital's hustle culture* Intentional communication* Tyranny of the Now* Prioritizing employee development* Changing department culture one win at a time* Pivoting from Biology to Facilities* Working in "The Complaint Department"As always, thank you for listening!

Back in the early 2000's Skip Smith was an employee of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI). From his role in facilities management leadership, he built one of the nation's most accomplished and enduring Facilities Management / Support Services departments. At the time, CHI had roughly 80 member hospitals. Skip, now a Senior Consultant at MSL Healthcare joins the Healthcare Facilities Network to discuss the department's formation. He is joined by three men he hired, three men who now lead departments of their own at CommonSpirit Health; the roots of CommonSpirit are found in CHI and Dignity Health. Join Tim Livesay, Brian Symmonds, and Andy Woommavovah as they join Skip to talk about their experiences forming the department. 00:00 Introduction04:07 Why this episode?  17:44 Taking a risk on EVS22:27 A seat at the meeting table for the "Non-believers"  24:00 Proceed until apprehended  45:46 Sustaining culture