Hospice News

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Utilization of the general inpatient level of care (GIP) is frequently the subject of audits by Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs), and avoiding or responding to that scrutiny requires strict compliance to a complex web of rules. Audits are becoming more frequent in the hospice space, and GIP is an increasing focus, including ​for the most common types — Supplemental Medical Review Contractor (SMRC) and Targeted Probe and Educate (TPE).

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HopeHealth

OCTOBER 21, 2024

HopeHealth ranks second in caregiver and employee satisfaction among the nation’s 50 largest hospices, recognized for excellence in communication, support, and pain management, according to a national study. The post HopeHealth hospice ranks #2 in U.S. for caregiver and employee satisfaction appeared first on HopeHealth.

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Hospice News

OCTOBER 21, 2024

On the Frontline of Hospice Care: Physician Leadership’s Laser Focus Navigating the frontlines of hospice includes having clinical leadership who are well-versed in the nuanced challenges in end-of-life care delivery. Hospice News sits down with St. Croix Hospice’s Chief Medical Officer Dr. Andrew Mayo to learn more about how hospice has evolved and the successful strategies that help staff deliver quality interdisciplinary care at the bedside.

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Minority Nurse

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Halloween is around the corner, and that means getting the chance to work in fun costumes. However, finding appropriate workplace costumes can be challenging. You might discover that typical costumes aren’t always the best in healthcare, however, you can still be creative and celebrate on a festive holiday with your outfit. If you’re tired of seeing “sexy nurse” while googling for nurse costumes, find some ideas you can wear for the spooky season below. “Operation!

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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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Hospice News

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The value-based cancer care enabler Thyme Care has appointed a scientific advisory board with palliative care expertise to ensure that care and services are aligned with the most up-to-date literature and research. The four-person board includes experts in palliative care, geriatric oncology, health policy , care delivery, predictive analytics and health care innovation from health systems, cancer centers, and research institutions.

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Caregiver Support Services

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Winter isn’t a forgiving season for anything on wheels, and that includes wheelchairs. Snow and ice can present unique challenges for wheelchair users, making it essential to prioritize safety and comfort during the colder months. For professional or family caregivers, understanding how to make a wheelchair safer in the winter can better the well-being of those under your care.

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Nurse Nacole

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Category: Critical Care Nursing Ketamine leads to analgesia, amnesia and catalepsis. It does not produce unconsciousness, but rather a trancelike state. Patients often experience nystagmus, roving eye movements and random movements of the extremities.

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Together for Short Lives

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Just before Easter, Helena Dunbar, Director of Service Development and Improvement at Together for Short Lives, travelled to Canada to undertake the first leg of her Churchill Fellowship. In this next phase of her travels to Australia, Helena shares her first few days with the Victoria Paediatric Palliative Care Programme in Melbourne (VPPCP). The palliative […] The post Time for more adventures and sharing international ideas appeared first on Together for Short Lives.

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