Hospice News
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
Establishing consistent relationships with referral sources will not only fill palliative care’s business pipeline, but they also allow providers to develop better delivery models to meet the needs of their partners and patients. As value-based models expand and hold health systems accountable for the entire care continuum, palliative care partnerships and joint ventures are growing in attractiveness.
Minority Nurse
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
Nurse practitioners have been valuable members of the healthcare ecosystem for decades. As providers with increasing practice autonomy, NPs fill significant healthcare delivery gaps. With a growing shortage of primary care physicians , the need for NPs could not be more dire. When NPs approach patient care innovatively, everyone benefits from their creativity.
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Hospice News
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
A federal jury has convicted former Canon Healthcare owner Shiva Akula for False Claims Act violations totalling nearly $47 million. Canon Healthcare was a New Orleans-based hospice provider that also served the Baton Rouge and Covington, Louisiana, markets, as well as parts of Mississippi. Between 2013 and 2016, the company billed Medicare for $62 million and received $47 million in payments, according to the U.S.
Daily Nurse
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
Nursing does not always get the glory that it deserves and sometimes gets portrayed in a negative light, but it is one of the best professions in the world. If you are a nurse looking to make an impact, you surely can. Here are five ways you can make a positive impact in the nursing profession. 1. Join a Nursing Organization There are many nursing organizations, from local, state, and national.
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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
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
Investment trends in the hospice industry have meandered in recent years, impacting providers’ approaches to growth in 2024. The mix of hospice buyers has become more diverse during the past five years to include more private equity investors, large health and hospital systems and home health companies, along with payers. These trends will have lasting impacts on how hospices orient their strategies for remaining competitive, according to Leslie Friedel, CEO of Indiana-based Stillwater Hospice.
Home Sweet Home In-Home Care
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
Do you know how hospital-at-home services can impact family caregivers? If there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s that no one wants to spend more time in the hospital than they need to. The aim is to get the necessary procedure or treatment over with as quickly as possible and move on to recovering. Naturally, the growing trend in hospital-at-home services is one being met with open arms.
Home Care & Hospice Network brings together the best content for professionals in the home care and hospice care industries from the widest variety of thought leaders.
Nurse Nacole
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
Category: Fundamentals The simplest available artificial airways are the oropharyngeal and nasopharyngeal airways. Both prevent the tongue from obstructing the airway by creating a passage for air between the base of the tongue and the posterior pharyngeal wall.
Nurse.com
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
Evidence-based practice can rejuvenate your career or indicate that it’s time for a change. According to the American Nurses’ Association (ANA) , evidence-based practice in nursing means providing quality care based on the latest research and knowledge. This approach not only improves and streamline workflows — it prioritizes safety and outcomes for patients.
HPNA podcast
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
In this episode, we welcome Pat Berry, PhD, APRN, CNP, GNP-BC, FPCN, FAAN, to the show where she speaks on the evolution of hospice care, how she was involved in these advancements, and some of the most valuable lessons she has learned in hospice. About Pat: Pat Berry, PhD, APRN, CNP, GNP-BC, FPCN, FAAN has 46 years of experience in Hospice and Palliative care including as a staff RN, quality improvement coordinator, Joint Commission hospice surveyor, educator, author, nurse practitioner, and
Comfort Home Care
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
November is a special month. While the focus is primarily on Thanksgiving and the start of the holiday season, you may be surprised to know it’s also National Family Caregiver Month. This month is dedicated to recognizing and honoring the millions of family caregivers who selflessly support their loved ones. Family caregivers are unsung heroes.
Speaker: Jack Clough, Chief Growth Officer
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.
Community Home Health Care
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
As November unfolds, we find ourselves in the heart of National Gratitude Month, looking ahead towards Thanksgiving; a time to talk about being grateful. And you’ll find that gratitude has a big impact on the people getting and giving home care. The Power of Appreciation Gratitude is not just saying ‘thank you’; it’s like a super power for making people happier and healthier, especially for seniors.
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