Hospice News

JULY 3, 2024

Maryland-based Hospice of the Chesapeake has been pursuing innovation in its bereavement and caregiver support programs. The nonprofit hospice and palliative care provider offers grief care to its entire community regardless of whether a family member was one of their patients. Out-of-pocket payments for those services are on a sliding scale. To expand its reach, Hospice of the Chesapeake works with organizations like schools, senior living communities and other community partners, according to

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Responsive Home Care

JULY 3, 2024

Imagine if your mother, who has always had a knack for gardening, decides she wants to redesign the family garden. Though she might move a little slower than she used to, her passion for gardening hasn’t decreased. This can be a perfect opportunity for you to step in—not to take over, but to facilitate her […] The post 5 Ways to Help Your Parents Maintain Independence appeared first on Responsive Home Care.

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Daily Nurse

JULY 3, 2024

Janet H. Davis , PhD, RN, CNE, MBA, an associate professor of Nursing at Purdue University Northwest (PNW) has been awarded a U.S. Fulbright Faculty Scholar award for the 2024-25 academic year. She will work at the University of Colombo in Sri Lanka to enhance nursing leadership and teaching. During her time in Sri Lanka, Dr. Davis will focus on using evidence-based practices to improve nursing leadership and practice in academic and applied settings.

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Minority Nurse

JULY 3, 2024

So, you’ve built a solid resume that adequately represents who you are as a nurse. You’ve sharpened your professional summary, created a “Skills and Accomplishments” section that highlights your expertise, and you’ve made the “Experience,” “Education,” and “Licenses and Certifications” sections shine. What next? While no single enhancement will be the silver bullet that puts your resume over the top, you should consider the cumulative effect of the many elements of a strong resume.

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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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Caregiver Support Services

JULY 3, 2024

In life’s most challenging moments, planning a joyful celebration of life for a loved one can bring comfort and healing. To honor the essence of the person who has passed, you should focus on their unique personality, achievements, and the joy they brought into the world. This guide will walk you through the steps to create a heartfelt and uplifting event that celebrates the beautiful life lived.

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Nurse Nacole

JULY 3, 2024

Category: Fundamentals Calcium channel blockers “block” the entry of calcium through the calcium channel in both smooth muscle and myocardium, so that less calcium is available to the contractile apparatus. The result is vasodilation and a negative inotropic effect.

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