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[UPDATED] NAHC-NHPCO Alliance Taps Dr. Steven Landers as First CEO

Hospice News

The NAHC-NHPCO Alliance on Monday announced Dr. Steven Landers as its new CEO, marking the first executive role filled at the recently combined organization. Landers steps in to replace co-CEOs Bill Dombi and Ben Marcantonio. The Alliance hinted that it was inching closer to a leadership decision earlier this month after completing an affiliation in June between the National Association for Home Care & Hospice (NAHC) and the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO).

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At age 14, he lost his dad. Now, this teen is helping other kids heal at Camp BraveHeart

HopeHealth

Dyllan first arrived at Camp Braveheart at age 14, a few months after losing his dad. Five years later, he’s helping other kids heal from their own losses. The post At age 14, he lost his dad. Now, this teen is helping other kids heal at Camp BraveHeart appeared first on HopeHealth.

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New ASCO Guidelines Stress Importance of Early Palliative Care 

Hospice News

The 2024 update to the American Society of Clinical Oncology’s (ASCO) clinical practice guidelines place renewed emphasis on palliative care. The guidelines are updated periodically by a multidisciplinary team, including a patient representative and experts in medical and radiation oncology, hematology and palliative care. For the 2024 revisions, this panel reviewed 52 randomized controlled trials that evaluated outcomes among cancer patients who received palliative care, ASCO reported.

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Steve Landers, MD, MPH, Named Inaugural Chief Executive Officer of NAHC-NHPCO Alliance

NHPCO

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 26, 2024 (Alexandria, VA and Washington, DC) — Steven Landers, MD, MPH , has been named the inaugural Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the newly merged NAHC-NHPCO Alliance (The Alliance). A recognized national leader and innovator in home health, primary care and aging services, Dr. Landers brings almost two decades of experience as a physician, executive leader and health policy advocate to The Alliance, which represents care at home and community providers across t

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3 Reasons to Retire Pagers from Healthcare Settings

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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VIA Health Enhances Support for Hospice Patients with Heart Failure 

Hospice News

Hospice and palliative care provider VIA Health has long invested in disease-specific programs. Now, the North Carolina-based nonprofit is amplifying its support for congestive heart failure patients. Case in point, the organization recently achieved a Heart Failure Certification from the American Heart Association, which evaluates provides in accordance with evidence-based standards designed to ensure high quality care and adherence to clinical practice guidelines.

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How Nurses Use Humor at Work: And Other Recommended Reading from AJN’s September Issue

AJN Off the Charts

On this month’s cover is ephemeral snow , a painting by Pennsylvania medical–surgical nurse Ren Hernandez. See our “On the Cover” column to learn more about his work. The September issue of AJN is now live. “Through both happy and tragic moments, humor can change one’s perceptions of a situation, making it easier to face workplace challenges and demands,” write Edessa Cadiz and colleagues in this month’s Original Research article, “Exploring Nurses’ Us

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Master the art of abstract reviewing (and submitting) – register for our essential Webinar! 

EAPC (European Association of Palliative Care)

Join our special webinar with Catherine Walshe, Scientific Co-Chair of the 2025 EAPC Congress to learn essential skills for evaluating (and submitting) conference abstracts. Whether you’re a newcomer or seasoned professional, discover how to avoid common submission pitfalls and, as a reviewer spot those high-quality abstracts that will contribute to an excellent congress scientific programme.

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Importance of Developing Nursing Mentorship as Nurse Practitioners for Minorities

Minority Nurse

Nursing school requires mandatory clinical rotations to develop strong bedside manners. Nurses serve as the communication hub within the multidisciplinary team, spending the most time with patients at the bedside. For Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and Advocate Degree of Nursing (ADN), students are often divided into groups to rotate through different specialties until the last semester, when they break away for one-on-one preceptorship with their assigned mentors.

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Nursing Tip of the Day! - Fundamentals

Nurse Nacole

Category: Fundamentals Mexiletine is commonly used for management of ventricular arrhythmias. As monotherapy, mexiletine is often not very effective, so it is most commonly combined with oral amiodarone when amiodarone monotherapy has failed.

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In-Demand Regions Open New Paths for Nurses’ Growth

Daily Nurse

Nursing is undoubtedly a noble profession, but it comes with its own challenges – and sometimes, staying in the same place might not cut it anymore. This is when nurses might start entertaining the idea of a relocation. There’s something special about the thrill of moving to a new place that can add a spark back into your nursing career.

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Real-Life Examples of HIPAA Violations and How to Avoid Them

Speaker: Jack Clough, Chief Growth Officer

Download our 30-minute webinar where we delve into real-life examples of HIPAA violations and preventative measures every organization should know! You will learn: The critical factors that lead to HIPAA violations and how to identify them. Three compelling real-life cases of organizations that faced severe HIPAA penalties. Proven strategies to safeguard YOUR organization against HIPAA violations.