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Who within my organization should subscribe to The Source?
The Source is a practical newsletter for performance measurement/improvement professionals in all accredited health care organizations. It targets staff responsible for accreditation preparation and performance measurement, nurse leaders, and physician leaders.
What topics does The Source cover?
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How often does The Source publish?
The Source is published 12 times a year by Joint Commission Resources.
How much content is archived on line?
Content is archived for all issues, from January 2003 forward. You can access the archives here.
Who has access to the online newsletter?
Only paid subscribers have access to the archives.
How can I get a sample issue?
Call Superior Fulfillment at 800/746-6578 to request a free sample of the latest issue of The Source. Or view a free sample issue online here.
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Can I make copies of an issue or an article?
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Once my paid subscription expires will I still have access to the online newsletter? If so, for how long?
Your print and online subscriptions expire at the same time.
Can I submit articles?
Yes. The Author Guidelines are as follows:
- Contact the The Source editor (630/792-5458 or thesource@jcrinc.com) ahead of time about your article and to get specific directions, if needed.
- Please submit articles that describe your own organization’s noteworthy performance measurement activities. Your experiences can be a significant resource to other The Source readers. A panel of Joint Commission experts on standards and accreditation issues will review each article that is considered suitable for publication. Notification of the editorial decision usually will be provided within one month. Authors should be available to answer the editor’s questions and approve edited copy.
- Write your article in an informal, first-person style directly addressing our readers (I-we/you-your). Briefly describe your organization (location, number of beds, types of patients, etc.), note any specific Joint Commission requirements this project or experience addresses, and let us know about any graphics (figures, tables) you could provide. Tips and "lessons learned" summaries make effective, helpful conclusions. Articles should be between 650 and 1,200 words, including any accompanying tables or charts. Please submit your article in a file format compatible with Word 6.0 to thesource@jcrinc.com or on CD-ROM (please fax any graphics that cannot be transmitted to us electronically and provide camera-ready copy, if available).
Send all articles to
Janet Pimentel, Senior Editor
Department of Publications
Joint Commission Resources
One Renaissance Boulevard
Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
thesource@jcrinc.com
Can my organization be featured as a case study in The Source?
Yes; if your organization has done an exemplary job in promoting safety and preventing errors, and you’d like to share your story with other organizations, please contact The Source at thesource@jcrinc.com.
How can I purchase reprints?
For reprints of an article or whole issue where the number of copies desired is 100 or more, fill out the Reprints Form. For smaller quantities use the Permissions Form. Articles and whole issues are also available at IngentaConnect for individual purchase.
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