NRHA's Rural Hospital Board of Trustees Certification ProgramÂ
Board leadership is paramount to the success and health of rural hospitals and communities. With the constantly changing healthcare landscape, there has never been a more crucial time for Board Trustees to have the tools, knowledge, and network of peers and experts they need to thrive in their roles. Providing leadership within a rural hospital however is different, one of the resounding reasons for the creation of this program. This program was created for rural hospital Board Trustees by rural hospital Board Trustees.
Start Date:Â June 2024
CLICK HERE TO ENROLLCreated by and intended for those currently serving as a Board of Trustee - this program was designed by rural hospital Board Trustees for rural hospital Board Trustees.
The course curriculum were developed by successful rural hospital Board Trustees by answering this question: What do you know now that you wish you would have known then?
Created for YOU
The course curriculum were developed by successful rural hospital Board Trustees by answering this question: What do you know now that you wish you would have known then?
Build Your Confidence & Network
Create a nationwide network of like-minded individuals who understand your context! Grow confidence in your knowledge, skills, and in YOURSELF!
Introducing the NRHA's Rural Hospital Board of Trustees Certification Program
This program is online and self-guided, coupled with scheduled Zoom meetings. The time commitment is approximately 1-1.5 hours per week.
New Member Orientation
Elements of Board Leadership
Board Member Responsibilities
Healthcare
Finance
Community
Health
Strategic
Planning
Quality & Patient Safety
Advocacy & Community Collaboration
Relationship with CEO
Leadership Development
Board Benchmarking
Medical Staff
The Board's Role in Philanthropy
Board Self-Evaluation
Leadership makes the difference.
Today’s rural hospitals and clinics have tremendous challenges and uncertainty and are closing at an unprecedented rate. One out of three rural hospitals have been identified as “at risk.” An individual with this certification will immediately be recognized as someone qualified to help lead a rural hospital with excellence.
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How to Enroll
NRHA's Rural Health Board of Trustees Certification Program is open to those currently serving on the Board of a rural hospital.
Enrollment requires the following:
- Currently on the Board of a rural hospital
- Complete the enrollment form
Upon receipt, enrollment documents will be reviewed, and a follow-up email will be sent to confirm admission and provide payment options.
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