Great Plains Quality Innovation Network
Quality Experts
Our team of subject matter experts offers technical assistance, tailored education, best practices, tools and resources for healthcare organizations and Medicare consumers. We look forward to serving as your quality improvement expert, partner and resource in the journey towards improvement.
Our Commitment
We aim to achieve better health care, improved health, safer care and lower healthcare costs. Our team works in conjunction with state partners, while pooling resources and common elements into an organization that can best serve the needs of healthcare providers and Medicare consumers across the region.
Help Spread the Word About the Illicit Fentanyl Crisis
Over 250 drug-related deaths occur every day in the United States, and the opioid epidemic continues to be a major public health concern. Fentanyl is involved in more deaths of Americans under 50 than any cause of death, including heart disease, cancer, homicide,...
National Nurses Month I Week #2 – Recognition
During National Nurses Month this week, the focus is on Recognition as we acknowledge the indispensable role of nurses in caring for patients, their communities, and the healthcare system as a whole. It is essential to pay tribute to the exceptional work of nurses who...
GPQIN May 2023 Calendar of Events
Below is a compilation of Great Plains Quality Innovation Network’s education offerings for May 2023. With a focus on improving patient outcomes and advancing the field of healthcare, we have quite a few exciting opportunities for healthcare professionals and...
Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to shed light on the importance of mental health and the impact it has on individuals, families, and communities. As healthcare professionals, we play a crucial role in promoting mental health awareness and encouraging...
Effectively Integrating Substance Use Disorder Services into Primary Care – May 25, 2023
Thursday, May 25 | 10:00 am - 2:30 pm CT Clinical staff serving American Indian & Alaska Native people are invited to participate in the Effectively Integrating Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Services into Primary Care virtual training. Learn more. This 4-hour...
National Nurses Month | Week #1 Self-Care – Taking Care of YOU!
It is National Nurses Month. The first week is all about self-care. Nursing is a rewarding and challenging profession so it’s critical you have access to authentic support systems and tools. Prioritize your self-care by engaging in healthy activities that target both...
ABCS for Stroke Awareness Month
May is National Stroke Awareness Month, a time when healthcare professionals and public health advocates aim to raise awareness about the warning signs and risk factors of stroke. Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the United States, and it can cause...
Evidence-Based Pain Management Tools for Older Adults
The Geriatric Pain website is dedicated to providing quality resources and tools for pain care for older adults. Here, clinicians, patients, and family caregivers have access to free evidence-based pain assessment tools, pain management strategies, and resources to...
Opioid Prescribing Updated, Adverse Reactions Flagged
The FDA has made several updates to its opioid prescribing information, including new warnings about the possibility for increased pain, which can lead to dangerous adverse reactions, such as respiratory depression. Visit the FDA site for updates on prescribing...
Great Plains Quality Care Coalition
Our Vision: Through collaboration and partnership, we aspire to make healthcare in the Dakotas the best in the nation. We have partnered with committed nursing homes, community leaders and healthcare organizations to improve the care in our communities. Better together.