Hospice News

JUNE 6, 2024

St. Louis-based Dover Health has expanded into the Chicago region with the purchase of Centered Care Hospice and Palliative Care and Cornerstone Home Health. With this deal, Dover expands to nine Illinois counties to complement its five-county footprint in Missouri. The transaction will enable Dover Health to expand its scale and offer enhanced benefits and technology to clinical staff and patients, according to a press release.

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Aging Life Care Association

JUNE 6, 2024

While Aging Life Care Managers come from a variety of backgrounds and expertise, they all have high qualifications, certifications, and uphold ALCA’s Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics. Founded in 1985 by a handful of geriatric care social workers in New York City, the organization has grown to be nationwide and includes educated professionals … Continue reading LGBTQIA Care Managers in Care Management → The post LGBTQIA Care Managers in Care Management appeared first on Aging

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Hospice News

JUNE 6, 2024

Building a diversified portfolio of services is a cornerstone of BrightSpring Health Services Inc. (NASDAQ: BTSG) efforts to grow its scale and market share. The company currently offers services ranging from hospice, home health, rehabilitation, behavioral health and a large pharmacy business. Going forward, the company plans to launch a home-based primary care service, CEO Jon Rousseau said at the Jefferies Global Healthcare Conference.

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Daily Nurse

JUNE 6, 2024

Nursing is highly relational, and the nurse-patient relationship is central to creating an optimal collaborative environment and the best possible patient outcomes. For nurses seeking to maximize their connection with patients, we must recognize how to work around obstacles in our way. This is where the relational rubber hits the road. The Critical Importance of the Nurse-Patient Relationship Dr.

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Let's discuss the trusty pager—an old favorite that’s losing its shine in hospitals and clinics. While once a staple in hospitals and clinics, pagers now present significant limitations that hinder rather than facilitate communication among healthcare professionals. Healthcare professionals are constantly on the move, and they need communication tools that can keep up with their fast-paced lives.

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AAHPM (American Academy of Hospice and Palliative)

JUNE 6, 2024

Vishal Kapadia, DO Landmark Health, Part of Optum Home and Community AAHPM reached out to the 2024 Emerging Leaders to gain insight into what motivated them to pursue leadership positions and what they find more fulfilling in their experiences. Vishal Kapadia, DO has been recognized as one of the exceptional individuals chosen as a 2024 AAHPM Emerging Leader in Hospice and Palliative Care.

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Minority Nurse

JUNE 6, 2024

On the job, nurses are compassionate and focused during stressful work conditions. However, this kind of work can drain nurses’ emotional energy to care for themselves and put them at risk for burnout and compassion fatigue, according to an article by the Holistic Nursing Practice. During times like these, it’s easy to forget about creative pursuits, like art.

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Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder

JUNE 6, 2024

Raising children, like providing patient care, requires a plan. The older our children become, like when patients show progress, the more freedom they should be allowed. The guide book for plan of care development for patients is clearly outlined in Medicare Benefit Policy Manual Chapter 15 Section 220.1.2, Plans of Care for Outpatient Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or Speech-Language Pathology Services.

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AAHPM (American Academy of Hospice and Palliative)

JUNE 6, 2024

Bruno A. Costa, MD The AAHPM Next Gen Scholars for Equity in Hospice and Palliative Medicine program sponsors residents from underrepresented communities who are interested in hospice and palliative medicine (HPM). Research shows that providing culturally effective HPM services to marginalized communities can help address disparities. Additionally, studies indicate that healthcare outcomes and patient satisfaction improve significantly when physicians reflect the populations they serve.

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Corecubed Care Marketing Solutions

JUNE 6, 2024

Families across the country are struggling. Millions struggle to balance caring for children and older loved ones. These days, many also struggle with balancing finances. With costs rising for everything from groceries to care services, it can be challenging for families to determine how best to spend their hard-earned dollars. Still, as the demand for home care services continues to.

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AAHPM (American Academy of Hospice and Palliative)

JUNE 6, 2024

Elizabeth Hart, MD Androscoggin Home Healthcare + Hospice AAHPM reached out to the 2024 Visionaries to gain insight into what motivated them to pursue leadership positions and what they find more fulfilling in their experiences. Elizabeth Hart, MD has been recognized as one of the exceptional individuals chosen as a 2024 AAHPM Visionaries in Hospice and Palliative Care.

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Nurse Nacole

JUNE 6, 2024

Category: Fundamentals The half-life of propranolol is only 3 hours, but continued administration saturates the hepatic process that removes propranolol from the circulation. The active metabolite 4-hydroxypropranolol is formed, and the half-life then becomes longer.

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AAHPM (American Academy of Hospice and Palliative)

JUNE 6, 2024

Christine Khandelwal, DO MHPE HMDC FAAHPM Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine AAHPM reached out to the 2024 Emerging Leaders to gain insight into what motivated them to pursue leadership positions and what they find more fulfilling in their experiences. Christine Khandelwal, DO MHPE HMDC FAAHPM has been recognized as one of the exceptional individuals chosen as a 2024 AAHPM Emerging Leader in Hospice and Palliative Care.

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Diversity Nursing

JUNE 6, 2024

It is essential for healthcare to be fair and accessible to all individuals, yet LGBTQ+ individuals often face significant health disparities. These disparities arise from various factors, including societal stigma, discrimination, and a lack of culturally competent care. As Nurses, we hold a unique position to recognize and address these health inequities, guaranteeing LGBTQ+ patients receive high-quality care they rightfully deserve.

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GeriPal

JUNE 6, 2024

Summary Transcript Summary As Eric notes at the end of today’s podcast, we talk about many difficult issues with our patients. How long they might have to live. Their declining cognitive abilities. What makes their lives meaningful, brings them joy, a sense of purpose. But one issue we’re not as good at discussing with our patients is sexual health.

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In this ebook, you will learn about the 18 PHI indicators, the legal requirements and penalties surrounding PHI, and how your healthcare teams should securely exchange this data. Key takeaways from this ebook: Gain confidence in identifying PHI. Acquire practical implementation strategies for exchanging PHI within your organization. Emphasize the importance of using compliant communication tools within healthcare teams.

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