CarePoints

About CarePoints

Navigating the complex landscape of healthcare technology can feel like playing a game of Double Jeopardy. CarePoints, a new podcast series hosted by Kenny Schiff, will equip clinical directors, hospital administrators, and other stakeholders with insights to explore and actualize technology-driven solutions for improved outcomes. What he does: A healthcare industry veteran, Kenny is the Founder of CareSight, a cloud-based patient care analytics company. In October 2022, CareSight was acquired by Lone Star Communications. Though healthcare colleagues often mistake him for an engineer, Kenny instead describes himself as an explainer teacher, translator, and problem solver. His interest in technology started early on and he has leveraged it as a way to support his musical pursuits. Organization: Lone Star Communications, Inc. Words of wisdom: "For me, the value of technology is not the 'cool factor,' not the bits and bytes. It's about what it can do for humanity and healthcare. It's about making patients safe and satisfied, helping to avoid adverse events, and improving the work life of staff."

Publisher

Kenny Schiff

Category

health & fitness · technology

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

15 Nov 2023

Latest episode

2 Apr 2026

Latest episodes

30 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   2 Apr 2026

   Episode 29: Bridging IT and Clinical Care: Nurse Informatics Leaders on Mobile Tech in Hospitals

   Podcast Episode Summary In this episode of CarePoints, host Kenny Schiff sits down with Lone Star Communications' clinical experts—Regina Wysocki, Elsie Gori, Mark Vines, and Kim Caraway. Together, they explore how nurse informaticists are helping hospitals integrate mobile technology to reduce clinical burden, improve workflows, and enhance patient outcomes. The conversation highlights real-world experiences, the importance of involving clinicians early in the adoption of technology, and the exciting future of nursing technology, including AI-driven documentation and mobile-based EHR access. This Episode's Guests Regina Wysocki, MS, RN, NI-BC, CPHIMS, SHIMSS, is a healthcare informatics thought leader with deep expertise in technology implementation and adoption, change management, strategic partnerships, and data analytics. Known for collaborative leadership and team-building skills, Wysocki is currently pursuing a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) at UT Tyler, with graduation anticipated in May 2026. An active contributor to professional organizations, Wysocki is a member of HIMSS, ANIA, and TONL, and holds certifications in Nursing Informatics (AACN) and CPHIMS. Connect: LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/reginawysocki/) Mark Vines, MSN, RN, is a Nurse Informatics Specialist and healthcare IT leader with more than 15 years of experience aligning clinical workflows with innovative technology to improve patient care, staff efficiency, and operational outcomes. A registered nurse and healthcare technologist, Vines brings a unique perspective in translating clinical needs into scalable digital solutions, with expertise spanning EMR implementations (Epic, Cerner, PulseCheck), clinical systems strategy, change management, and large-scale training across 40+ hospitals. Currently serving as Secretary Chair for the Houston HIMSS chapter, Vines is an active contributor to advancing the health informatics and technology community. Connect: LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/markvines/) Elsie Gori, RN, is a Nurse Informaticist with extensive experience in facility-based clinical informatics, CPOE, and surgical services. A registered nurse with a background in intermediate critical care, ICU, PICC services, and med-surg, Gori brings both breadth and depth of clinical expertise to their informatics work. With years of experience in hospital and clinical settings,and semiconductor research and development, Gori offers a unique perspective that blends critical thinking, technological insight, and hands-on patient care. Connect: LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/elsiegori/) Kim Caraway, MSN, RN, is an accomplished healthcare leader and now works as a nursing informatics specialist for Lone Star Communications. Her career includes serving as Chief Nursing Officer and Chief Operating Officer for multiple hospitals. Caraway brings extensive experience in both clinical and administrative leadership. She has a strong focus on patient safety and healthcare information technology, reflecting her commitment to advancing healthcare delivery and outcomes. Caraway holds a Master of Science in Nursing from The University of Texas at Arlington and is passionate about leveraging technology to enhance patient care and operational efficiency. Known for her collaborative and innovative leadership style, she is recognized as a respected voice in the healthcare sector and an advocate for using informatics to improve both patient and staff experiences. Connect: LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-caraway-msn-rn-79725235/) Key Takeaways Nurse informaticists bridge the gap between clinicians and IT, ensuring technology supports patient care. Mobile technology streamlines workflows, saves time, and keeps nurses closer to the bedside. Early nurse involvement in tech rollouts boosts adoption and usability. Alarm fatigue remains a challenge, driving innovation in smarter notification strategies. Future innovations like AI and mobile EHR access promise to simplify documentation and improve decision-making.

2. 

   19 Mar 2026

   Episode 28: From Hands‑On Engineering to Strategic Vision: Dan Baxter on Leading What's Ahead

   Podcast Episode Summary This conversation explores how Lone Star Communications is evolving its technology leadership during a pivotal phase of growth. CTO Dan Baxter discusses how he balances deep engineering involvement with strategic planning. He shares his early passion for technology, why Lone Star's "friends and family" culture drew him in, and how employee ownership strengthens innovation from the ground up.  Looking ahead to 2025–2026, Dan highlights sibling companies, ProMobix and Alairo Solutions, and their clinical mobility tools and AI‑driven fall prevention technology, designed to transform clinical workflows and deliver meaningful value to caregivers. This Episode's Guest Dan Baxter is a seasoned technology leader known for blending hands‑on engineering with strategic vision. With deep experience across cloud architecture, software development, analytics, and high‑performance engineering teams, he focuses on building technology that genuinely works for the people using it. His background working with healthcare communication systems—and his long‑standing collaboration with the Lone Star family, gives him a unique perspective on how legacy infrastructure and future innovation intersect. Connect:  LinkedIn Key Takeaways Culture as competitive advantage: Lone Star's team‑first, relationship-driven environment helps accelerate adoption, collaboration, and creative problem‑solving. With aligned incentives and shared outcomes, teams think more holistically about efficiency, quality, and long‑term value. Today's biggest gains come from AI augmenting—not replacing—skilled professionals. Trust comes from not just meeting standards but proving it through evidence and consistent practices. Clinical mobility, analytics, and AI fall prevention unified in one ecosystem will help caregivers act faster and more confidently. Connect with Lone Star Communications ☑️ Follow us on YouTube and LinkedIn. ☑️ Let us know what topics you would like to hear about on CarePoints with Kenny Schiff by emailing us at info@lonestarcom.com (mailto:info@lonestarcom.com). CarePoints with Kenny Schiff by Lone Star Communications is a series of conversations with his collaborators at Lone Star, customers, partners, and notable folks in the healthcare and educational technology industries. For over 33 years, Lone Star Communications has been focused on transforming healthcare and education through innovation.

3. 

   12 Mar 2026

   Episode 27: From Alarms to Analytics: How Willis Knighton Health Cut Falls by 35%

   Podcast Episode Summary: In this episode of CarePoints, Kenny Schiff speaks with Jeremy Dye of Willis Knighton Health about building a comprehensive and sustainable fall prevention program in an inpatient rehabilitation setting. With over 26 years as a physical therapist, Jeremy explains why falls remain one of the most preventable yet damaging adverse events in healthcare, especially among neurologically impaired patients. The conversation explores how Willis Knighton moved beyond traditional tools like bed and chair alarms to adopt a multidisciplinary, tailored approach supported by predictive AI technology. Jeremy discusses the organization's journey with Ocuvera's sensor-based system, including staff adoption challenges, alarm fatigue concerns, and the importance of continuous data review. This Episode's Guest: Jeremy Dye is a licensed physical therapist with over 26 years of clinical experience across acute care, outpatient, and inpatient rehabilitation settings. He currently serves as the Performance Improvement and Safety Coordinator for Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at Willis -Knighton Health in Shreveport, Louisiana. In his leadership role, Jeremy focuses on patient safety, quality improvement, and fall prevention—particularly for neurologically complex and cognitively impaired patients. Known for his data-driven mindset and collaborative approach, he has helped lead a multidisciplinary fall-prevention program that has achieved significant, sustained reductions in patient falls through thoughtful process design, staff engagement, and predictive AI technology. Connect: LinkedIn Key Takeaways Falls are the most common preventable adverse event in healthcare—and prevention requires constant vigilance Effective fall prevention must be multidisciplinary, involving nursing, therapy, and leadership Traditional tools like bed and chair alarms are helpful but insufficient on their own Predictive AI can alert staff before a patient attempt to stand, reducing unassisted falls Staff buy-in is driven by education, transparency, and real-world success stories Alarm fatigue can be minimized through flexible, patient-specific alert settings Continuous data review and feedback loops are essential for sustained success Technology enables results—but people and process make them stick Connect with Lone Star Communications ☑️ Follow us on YouTube and LinkedIn. ☑️ Let us know what topics you would like to hear about on CarePoints with Kenny Schiff by emailing us at info@lonestarcom.com (mailto:info@lonestarcom.com). CarePoints with Kenny Schiff by Lone Star Communications is a series of conversations with his collaborators at Lone Star, customers, partners, and notable folks in the healthcare and educational technology industries. For over 33 years, Lone Star Communications has been focused on transforming healthcare and education through innovation.

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YouTube views

5,027

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 57 / 100

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Quality

75

Social presence

0

YouTube

68

Engagement

32

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