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VITAS Expects a Steady 2024 for Revenue, Growth

Hospice News

After the tumultuous years of the pandemic, VITAS Healthcare expects a stable growth trajectory heading into 2024. Florida-based VITAS is a subsidiary of Chemed Corp. (NYSE: CHE). Though the company has not yet released financial guidance for 2024, VITAS anticipates a “predictable” 2024 in terms of earnings and growth, executives said at Monday’s Bank of America Healthcare Conference.

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Nurse’s Side Gig: Skincare Blogger

Daily Nurse

Have you ever wondered if you could have a side gig as a skincare blogger? Could you make money at it? Would you like it? Christina Diferdinando, DNP, RN-BC, has done just that. While she’s had an amazing career from everything as an ER nurse to a nurse providing project management, digital strategy, and quality improvement, her full-time job now is as the director of product operations at the Digital Innovation Group within a large healthcare organization.

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Voices: Melissa Kozak, Founder and Head of CitusHealth

Hospice News

This article is sponsored by CitusHealth. In this Voices interview, Hospice News sits down with Melissa Kozak, Founder and Head of CitusHealth, to talk abou t the most common deficiencies found in hospice plans of care, and how Citus is helping providers to address them. She also discusses the impact of education and training in the evolution of hospice care, and the subsequent correlation between increased staff efficiency and improved compliance.

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Unlocking Nursing Career Opportunities: Tips and Advice for Success

Diversity Nursing

One of the most extraordinary things about Nursing are the endless opportunities that lay at your feet the second you enter the profession. Here are some tips and advice to set you up for success in your Nursing career. Continuing Education and Learning Nursing is a dynamic career field with constant technological advancements and best practice updates.

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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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How Value-Based Care, Investors Could Impact Palliative Care Staffing

Hospice News

Interest in palliative care is rising among job-seeking clinicians, but the influx remains too slow to meet rising demand. A lack of available training and generally poor understanding of palliative care among clinicians and the public have long been barriers to growth. However, that paradigm may be starting to shift due to a series of changes in the health care system.

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Take Control of Stress: A Guide to Stress Management for Senior Caregivers

Caregiver Support Services

Stress, an inevitable aspect of life, particularly for senior caregivers, demands attention and management. Understanding its origins and learning to navigate its complexities is crucial. This guide is tailored to help senior caregivers recognize stress triggers and adopt effective strategies to maintain a balanced life. Identifying Stress Sources Stress can subtly infiltrate our lives, particularly for those in senior caregiving roles.

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What You Need to Know About Thyroid Disorders | Thyroid Disease 101

Caring Senior Service

You may not have ever thought about thyroid disorders, but they can be common for seniors over 80 years old. In fact, 1 in 10 seniors over 80 has problems with their thyroid. But what exactly is the thyroid? And what types of thyroid disorders are there?

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Nursing Tip of the Day! - Fundamentals

Nurse Nacole

Category: Fundamentals The laryngeal mask airway consists of a hollow shaft or airway tube connected to an oval inflatable masklike cuff designed to sit in the hypopharynx facing the glottis, with the tip at the esophageal inlet.

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International Volunteer Day 2023

Changing Lives Podcast

Did you know that December 5th is International Volunteer Day as proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 1997? This day is set aside not only to recognize the efforts of UN volunteers, but of all volunteers across the globe. Learn all about the good volunteers do in this week's episode.

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