Hospice News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

California-based Hospice of the Foothills unveiled a rebranding strategy aimed at better communicating its expanded suite of services. Rebranded as Foothills Compassionate Care, the hospice provider also offers palliative care, caregiver and grief support services as well as community education and resources. The new name and logo reflect a growing range of services integrated under one umbrella as the organization shapes its care delivery approaches around patients’ evolving needs, according t

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GeriPal

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Summary Transcript CME Summary Well-being and resilience are so hot right now. We have an endless supply of CME courses on decreasing burnout through self-care strategies. Well-being committees are popping up at every level of an organization. And C-suites now have chief wellness officers sitting at the table. I must admit, though, sometimes it just feels off… inauthentic, as if it’s not a genuine desire to improve our lives as health care providers, but rather a metric to check off or a d

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Hospice News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

As M&A in the for-profit space continues its two-year slump, nonprofits are consolidating in rising numbers. Recent years have seen an uptick in consolidation activity among nonprofits in the hospice space. Increasingly, nonprofits are pursuing acquisitions and affiliations, as well as forming regional collaboratives. In addition, some nonprofits have also been acquired by for-profit companies.

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Daily Nurse

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Nurses always seem to show up where and when they’re needed. Of course, they staff emergency rooms, ICUs, home health care agencies, community health clinics, and nursing homes worldwide, but they show up elsewhere, too. Only some people are aware of their presence, but there are staff nurses on cruise ships, nurses employed at Disney World, nurses on the scene at NASCAR, and nurses acting as consultants on movie and television sets in Hollywood.

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Healthcare communication has evolved from handwritten notes and paper charts to digital tools like EHRs, telemedicine, and AI-powered platforms. This blog explores how these advancements improve patient outcomes, streamline care delivery, and enhance provider collaboration. Learn about the role of mobile health (mHealth) apps, secure messaging, and social media in bridging communication gaps.

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Together for Short Lives

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

On Wednesday 11 September, we headed to BGC Partners’ London HQ for their annual BGC Charity Day, to raise money for our Butterfly Fund. The post Holly Willoughby takes fundraising to new heights at BGC Charity Day 2024 appeared first on Together for Short Lives.

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Minority Nurse

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Technology can significantly help nursing students learn the complexities of nursing practice or act as a source of frustration that takes valuable time away from education. Here is a brief look at some of the technologies in use in nursing education , the impact of AI, and practical tips for using educational technology effectively. Tech in Use Technologies advancing nursing education include simulations and virtual reality. “Simulations are a cornerstone in nursing education, offering st

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AT Home Care & Hospice

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

National Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month: The Critical Role of Home Health Care September marks National Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing awareness about the most common type of arrhythmia. Affecting nearly 2.7 million Americans, AFib significantly raises the risk of stroke, heart failure, and other heart-related complications.

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Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Each year, Falls Prevention Awareness Week marks a critical moment in promoting safety and independence for older adults. Hosted by the National Council on Aging (NCOA) and the Falls Free® Initiative, this year’s theme is “From Awareness to Action” and highlights the shift from understanding the risks to actively reducing them. Why does fall prevention matter?

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Hospice Promise

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Meet our office pups, Hank and Tula! Work is always better with these adorable companions by our side. Their playful antics bring joy and comfort to our team every day! The post Hospice Promise Office Pups appeared first on Hospice Promise.

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Nurse Nacole

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Category: Critical Care Nursing As a dissociative anesthetic agent, ketamine induces a cataleptic state rather than a true unconscious state. The patient has anesthesia but may have her or his eyes open. Protective airway reflexes and ventilatory drive usually are preserved.

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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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