How Connecting Hospital Technologies Enhances Clinical, Operational, and Strategic Goals

AHA Leadership Scan: A Series of Virtual Panel Discussions

How Connecting Hospital Technologies Enhances Clinical, Operational, and Strategic Goals  

Wednesday, January 28, 2026  
1 - 2 p.m. Eastern; noon - 1 p.m. Central; 10 - 11 a.m. Pacific

This discussion explores how seamlessly connecting hospital technologies drives measurable impact across clinical, operational, and strategic goals. By integrating smart solutions at the bedside and beyond, health systems can unlock actionable insights, streamline workflows, and strengthen care team collaboration—leading to improved patient outcomes, greater efficiency, and more resilient operations.  

Attendees Will Learn:    

• The value of connected technologies in advancing clinical care, operational efficiency, and long-term health system goals.  
• Opportunities to streamline workflows by bridging gaps between devices, teams, and data.  
• Real-world examples of how connected solutions improve patient safety, care team collaboration, and decision-making.  
• Strategies to maximize return on investment by aligning technology adoption with organizational priorities.  
• Actionable insights to guide your hospital’s journey toward smarter, more resilient, and patient-centered care.

Speakers: 

Jennifer Carpenter, DNP, RN, CENP 
Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer 
University Hospitals Rainbow Babies and Children’s (RBC) and MacDonald Women’s Hospitals 
Interim Chief Nurse Executive, University Hospitals (UH)  

Patricia C. Henwood, MD,   
Executive Vice President, Chief Clinical and Quality Officer  
Jefferson Health, Philadelphia 

Steven Dalls Hart 
Associate Director, Integration 
Baxter 

AHA Moderator:

Tina Mammone, PhD, RN, CENP, NEA-BC, FACHE 
Interim Executive Director 
AONL Foundation for Nursing Leadership and Education

By attending the AHA Leadership virtual panel discussion “How Connecting Hospital Technologies Enhances Clinical, Operational, and Strategic Goals" offered by the AHA, participants may earn up to 1 ACHE Qualified Education Hour toward initial certification or recertification of the Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE) designation.