Hospice News

APRIL 22, 2024

Some accreditation organizations (AOs) have balked at the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ (CMS) proposed rule designed to strengthen oversight of those institutions. CMS in February released a proposed rule that would introduce a number of provisions aimed at avoiding conflicts of interest and establishing more consistent standards, processes and definitions among accreditation entities, particularly those with deeming authority.

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Caregiver Warrior

APRIL 22, 2024

I would have been lost without my caregiver teammates waiting on the end of my bench. The post Caregivers on the Bench appeared first on Caregiver Warrior.

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Life & Death Matters

APRIL 22, 2024

Compiled by Misha Butot MSW, RCSW for Life and Death Matters webinar April 23, 2024 Reflections from Misha Butot, in preparation for Webinar April 23 2024 Please download the PDF or enjoy in this format. Palliative care specialists improve quality of life for the patients whose needs are most complex. Working in partnership with the […] The post Integrating an Interdisciplinary Palliative Approach to Care appeared first on Life and Death Matters.

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Hospice News

APRIL 22, 2024

Hospices that see higher numbers of patients in assisted living facilities tend to have lower quality scores than other providers, research has found. Hospice providers with higher volumes of assisted living-based patients are 7% more likely to receive lower quality scores than those in other settings, according to a recent study , published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society.

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EAPC (European Association of Palliative Care)

APRIL 22, 2024

The EAPC Researcher Awards have been established to acknowledge those individuals who have made significant contributions to research and clinical practice in palliative care. There are three award categories: Early Researcher Award – Awarded to a candidate who demonstrates excellence in the early stages of a research career. Post Doctoral Award – Awarded to a candidate who has performed independent research and has demonstrated evidence of impact through high quality, highly cited publications

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Daily Nurse

APRIL 22, 2024

Nurses are right at the heart of patient care, dealing with the non-stop action and high demands of hospital life. They often work long shifts that push their medical know-how to the limit, all while taking a toll on their mental, emotional, and physical well-being. According to a survey by the American Nurses Association, 82% of nurses report significant workplace stress, underscoring the necessity of personal wellness practices.

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Today's Caregiver

APRIL 22, 2024

Join us as we celebrate Fearless Caregivers, Tina Kooken sharing her personal story as she cares for her loved ones.

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Together for Short Lives

APRIL 22, 2024

We’re thrilled to share that Morrisons has raised an impressive £8 million Together for Short Lives. This milestone brings us over two thirds of the way to our £10 million target. To celebrate, we wanted to highlight eight ways the partnership has made a difference to seriously ill children’s lives. 1 – A new kitchen […] The post 8 (£million) ways Morrisons and Together for Short Lives is making a difference appeared first on Together for Short Lives.

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Community Home Health Care

APRIL 22, 2024

As the days grow warmer and spring approaches full bloom, it’s time to embark on the age-old tradition of spring cleaning. But for seniors, this yearly ritual goes beyond just tidying up; it’s about creating a safe and comfortable home environment where your loved one can thrive. The Benefits Promoting Safety: Clutter and disorganization can pose safety hazards for seniors, increasing the risk of trips, falls, and accidents.

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Minority Nurse

APRIL 22, 2024

Nurse practitioners (NPs) are essential healthcare providers who are excellent, skilled clinical resources for newborns and elderly patients. While there are many available NP career choices, the family nurse practitioner (FNP) is a trendy option among nurses seeking to become primary care providers with the authority to diagnose illnesses, order diagnostic tests, prescribe medications, and manage the care of patients across the lifespan.

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Caring Senior Service

APRIL 22, 2024

In our fast-paced and digital world, it's easy to overlook the value of a individualized care. Some senior care companies are deploying robots and other technology to care for seniors at scale. Others are scaling back services and adjusting their care model to meet the growing demand for services. However, there is profound power in one-on-one senior care.

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Traditions Health

APRIL 22, 2024

No two days are the same for Alice Whaley, LPN. The Traditions Health hospice volunteer coordinator oversees 13 volunteers at two agencies in Georgia — one in Lawrenceville and one in Roswell. Most days, you can find her either training new recruits, processing their background checks, hanging flyers at nearby cafés and colleges, visiting patients with first-time volunteers, or some combination of these.

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Evidence-Based Nursing - BMJ blogs

APRIL 22, 2024

This weeks’ blog is from Selena Gilles ( sg141@nyu.edu) DNP, ANP-BC, CNEcl, ANEF, FNYAM, FAANP, FAAN, Natalya Pasklinsky, DNP, FNP-BC, ACNP-Bc, CHSE, FNYAM, and Beth Latimer, DNP, GNP-BC, CHSE of New York University (NYU) Rory Meyers College of Nursing In a world where healthcare complexities abound, the need for effective collaboration has never been more pronounced.

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Nurse Nacole

APRIL 22, 2024

Category: Fundamentals In essence, a pacemaker consists of an electrical pulse–generating device and a lead system that senses intrinsic cardiac signals and then delivers a pulse. The pulse generator is hermetically sealed with a lithium-based battery device.

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