Hospice News

JUNE 19, 2024

Dallas-based Silverstone Health has expanded its continuum of home-based services while growing its total daily census from 17 patients to 2,000. Silverstone came on the scene in 2020 as a standalone hospice after CEO Alfonso Montiel’s purchase and rebranding of Comfort Care Hospice in the Dallas-Fort Worth region. Since then, the company has built a palliative care service and is developing a personal care business.

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Daily Nurse

JUNE 19, 2024

It’s been a remarkable nursing journey for 23-year-old Jay Larsen, a NICU nurse at HSHS St. Vincent’s Children’s Hospital in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Born prematurely, she spent her early months in the same NICU where she now provides care to infants in need. This unique connection to her work is a testament to the power of serendipity in guiding our paths.

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Diversity Nursing

JUNE 19, 2024

Registered Nurses (RNs) play a crucial role in the healthcare system, providing vital care and support to patients across the United States. One key aspect that often piques interest is the hourly wages RNs earn in different states. Understanding the variations in RN hourly wages can provide valuable insights into the cost of living and the overall compensation for these essential healthcare professionals.

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AJN Off the Charts

JUNE 19, 2024

Nursing roles in diabetes management. A continuous glucose monitor reader (or a smartphone app) scans the sensor attached to the patient’s body for interstitial fluid glucose level and can provide data such as average blood glucose level or percentage of time spent in a target range over a given period of time. Knowledge is power. When a person with diabetes knows their blood glucose levels, they can better self-manage lifestyle choices and medications and be an active participant in preve

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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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Living Assistance Services

JUNE 19, 2024

Summer isn’t officially here for a few more days, but it’s seriously hot in Toronto this week! While some of us are loving the early.

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Adobe Hospice & Home Health

JUNE 19, 2024

Industry Advocacy Award Winner: Ashley Jones Homecare Homebase (HCHB), a leading software provider for home-based care, recently announced their 2024 Client Success Award winners. These awards recognize customers who exemplify excellence in quality care, performance innovation, and community impact. We are pleased to share that Ashley Jones, RN, CHPN, Vice President of Hospice Clinical Practices The post VP of Hospice Clinical Practice & Quality Wins HCHB Client Success Award appeared first

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