Hospice News
JUNE 3, 2024
Though access to palliative care (PC) has generally expanded in recent years, utilization of these services remains low among patients with various types of advanced cancers Researchers from the American Cancer Society recently studied palliative care utilization trends among cancer patients with an aim to examine the impacts of earlier integration of these services.
Caregiver Warrior
JUNE 3, 2024
We all have an inner critic. Here are some great tips to help you wave away the critic and celebrate the superstar caregiver you are! The post From Negativity to Positivity: Self-talk Tips for Caregivers appeared first on Caregiver Warrior.
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Hospice News
JUNE 3, 2024
Jacqueline Ralph-Blair wasn’t just looking to the next few quarters when she decided to outsource intake services. She was looking at the next three quarters of a century. “For our 2024 strategic plan, we had to focus on how to be sustainable and have a sustainable foundation to be here for the next 75 years,” says Ralph-Blair, Chief Innovation Officer of Visiting Nurse Health System, the Atlanta-based non-profit provider of home-based care services.
AJN Off the Charts
JUNE 3, 2024
Do you know that game where people ask each other which famous person they would most like to have dinner with? Well, for me it’s Clara Barton. I would jump right to the punch line: Dearest Clara, how DID you do it? How did you stand up for enslaved people during the height of the Civil War? How did you manage to care for the men fighting in the Civil War with all the gore that war brings, in your hoop skirt no less?
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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.
Hospice News
JUNE 3, 2024
Hospice industry organizations have voiced support for proposed updates to the Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS) surveys, but raised questions on the implementation timeline. The U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) included the updates in its proposed hospice payment rule for 2025. If finalized as written, the changes would take effect in January 2025.
Daily Nurse
JUNE 3, 2024
When evaluating nursing school enrollment, students and educators can generally be satisfied with the current status while being mindful of specific concerns. In April, the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) released data revealing that enrollment in programs designed to prepare entry-level registered nurses held steady, up 0.3% compared with the previous survey.
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Adobe Hospice & Home Health
JUNE 3, 2024
Whether siblings can receive updates from hospice on a patient’s condition when a POA is involved depends on several factors: 1. The Scope of the POA: 2. Patient’s Wishes: 3. Hospice Policies: Here’s what to do: Remember: Family dynamics can play an instrumental role during a patient’s time on hospice care. Do you want to The post Siblings, The POA, and Your Loved One on Hospice Care appeared first on Abode Hospice & Home Health.
AT Home Care & Hospice
JUNE 3, 2024
Whether siblings can receive updates from hospice on a patient’s condition when a POA is involved depends on several factors: 1. The Scope of the POA: 2. Patient’s Wishes: 3. Hospice Policies: Here’s what to do: Remember: Family dynamics can play an instrumental role during a patient’s time on hospice care. Do you want to The post Siblings, The POA, and Your Loved One on Hospice Care appeared first on AT Home Care & Hospice.
Caring Senior Service
JUNE 3, 2024
Life insurance policies provide financial protection and peace of mind to your loved ones. Most policies last for a specific period of time, like 5, 10, or 20 years. During your lifetime, you may need to renew your life insurance policy at least once.
Minority Nurse
JUNE 3, 2024
Everyone needs community, especially queer nurses. In the U.S., approximately 5.5 percent of adults identify as part of the LGBT population— that’s 13.9 million Americans who are queer. Finding a safe space with other nurses can be challenging if you discover that you don’t share the same interests or beliefs. Even though the LGBTQ+ population is growing among younger generations , queer nurses at work may not have an outlet to express their true selves if they find out that their wo
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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.
Corecubed Care Marketing Solutions
JUNE 3, 2024
When home care agencies decide to expand their payor sources and provide services for Medicaid recipients in their state, there are several factors to remember. While expanding payor sources can substantially increase revenue, the challenge lies in compliance. Medicaid is completely different from private pay and even Veterans Administration billing.
HPNA podcast
JUNE 3, 2024
In this episode, we welcome Dr. Heather Coats and Dr. Kelly Henrichs. Moderated by Dr. Betty Ferrell, this episode discusses the adult-gerontology nurse practitioner's role in hospice and palliative care. Listen in as Heather and Kelly touch on common areas for the nurse practitioner, examples of when two APRNs work together to care for a patient, the differences between primary and specialty care, and more.
AAHPM (American Academy of Hospice and Palliative)
JUNE 3, 2024
Elizabeth Glazier, MD MPH FACP WellMed Medical Management AAHPM reached out to the 2024 Visionaries to gain insight into what motivated them to pursue leadership positions and what they find more fulfilling in their experiences. Elizabeth Glazier, MD MPH FACP has been recognized as one of the exceptional individuals chosen as a 2024 AAHPM Visionaries in Hospice and Palliative Care.
Melodia Hospice
JUNE 3, 2024
Hospice care is a compassionate service designed to provide comfort and support to individuals facing terminal illnesses. The primary goal is to improve the quality of life for patients in […] The post HOW LONG DOES HOSPICE LAST? appeared first on Melodia Care Hospice.
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In this ebook, you will learn about the 18 PHI indicators, the legal requirements and penalties surrounding PHI, and how your healthcare teams should securely exchange this data. Key takeaways from this ebook: Gain confidence in identifying PHI. Acquire practical implementation strategies for exchanging PHI within your organization. Emphasize the importance of using compliant communication tools within healthcare teams.
AAHPM (American Academy of Hospice and Palliative)
JUNE 3, 2024
Katie Jones, PhD ACHPN CARN-AP VA Boston Healthcare System AAHPM reached out to the 2024 Emerging Leaders to gain insight into what motivated them to pursue leadership positions and what they find more fulfilling in their experiences. Katie Jones, PhD ACHPN CARN-AP has been recognized as one of the exceptional individuals chosen as a 2024 AAHPM Emerging Leader in Hospice and Palliative Care.
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