Life & Death Matters
APRIL 17, 2023
Written by Michelle O’Rourke Care is a word that is frequently used, yet often taken for granted. We can ask someone, “What do you want in your coffee?” and they may reply with, “Milk or cream – I don’t care.” In the world of health care, we tend to use this word as something task-oriented […] The post The Platinum Rule: A Guide to Compassionate Caregiving appeared first on Life and Death Matters.
GeriPal
APRIL 20, 2023
Summary Transcript Summary In 1990 11% of homeless persons were older than 50. Today half are over age 50. Today we talk with Margot Kushel about how we got here, including: That sense of powerlessness as a clinician when you “fix up” a patient in the hospital, only to discharge them to the street knowing things will fall apart. Chronic vs acute homelessness What is the major driver of homelessness in general?
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Daily Nurse
APRIL 27, 2023
The life and career of a nurse can be inspiring and fulfilling, and, like any career, it can also become stale, stagnant, and not as fulfilling as it used to be if it’s not carefully fed and watered. All jobs risk becoming rote and robotic, and nursing is no exception. Compassion fatigue, burnout, stress, or garden-variety boredom can transform a career you used to love into one you tolerate at best and perhaps even loathe.
Hospice News
APRIL 5, 2023
The U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will allow hospice patients to receive concurrent care through the Medicare Advantage hospice carve-in, and will permit health plans to further restrict utilization of out-of-network providers. Originally slated to complete in 2024, CMS recently extended the carve-in, formally known as the hospice component of the value-based insurance design model (VBID).
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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.
HopeHealth
APRIL 28, 2023
During his partner’s months on hospice, Bob often thought, “I hope I can pay this forward someday.” As a HopeHealth volunteer, he’s done just that. The post “I hope I can pay this forward”: A hospice volunteer’s lasting impact appeared first on HopeHealth.
AlayaCare
APRIL 26, 2023
Managing home care delivery can be a complex process; agencies rely heavily on software to manage their daily operations, which include scheduling appointments, tracking visits, managing client information, billing and invoicing, and more. Having the right home care software can greatly improve the efficiency and productivity of the agency, which in turn translates to improved revenue, cost savings, and overall better outcomes for clients.
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GeriPal
APRIL 6, 2023
Summary Transcript Summary Do we need an RCT to establish the worth of chaplaincy? Einstein once said, “ Everything that can be counted does not necessarily count; everything that counts cannot necessarily be counted.” A friend of GeriPal, and prior guest, Guy Micco commented today that we need an RCT for chaplaincy is like the idea that the humanities need to justify their value in medical training: “It’s like being told to measure the taste of orange juice with a ruler.
Daily Nurse
APRIL 24, 2023
According to “The 2022 Nurse Practitioner Professional Liability Exposure Claim Report: 5th Edition,” claims again nurse practitioners (NPs) are rising. To find out what this means and what NPs can do about it, Daily Nurse interviewed Georgia Reiner, MS, CPHRM, Risk Analyst, Nurses Service Organization (NSO). What follows is our interview, edited for length and clarity.
Hospice News
APRIL 12, 2023
A majority of people in the United States know the types of end-of-life care they wish to receive, but only 22% have documented their wishes. Significant variations in advance care planning utilization also exist among racial and ethnic groups. About 25% of those who have documented their wishes are white. African Americans represented 22%, Hispanics 21% and Asians 7%.
HopeHealth
APRIL 4, 2023
“No matter how dire things seem, you can always make a difference in someone’s life.” Here’s what one college student learned from hospice volunteering. The post The power of compassion: A student volunteer’s journey with hospice appeared first on HopeHealth.
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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.
Evidence-Based Nursing - BMJ blogs
APRIL 2, 2023
This week’s blog is by Roger Kline (@rogerkline) who is a Research Fellow at Middlesex University Business School. In just one month the NHS has lost four Employment Tribunals in which judges heavily criticised NHS Trusts for race discrimination, another Trust had to apologise for repeated examples of racist behaviour by its staff towards colleagues and patients, whilst a national NHS body was found to have deliberately covered up racism.
Together for Short Lives
APRIL 28, 2023
Yesterday, we heard the very sad news that Lucy Watts has died. Our thoughts are with her Mum Kate, sister Victoria and all her family and friends. Lucy touched the lives of thousands and has been a huge inspiration and driving force for change, helping to give young people a voice. Lucy will be greatly […] The post An extraordinary life well lived: a tribute to Lucy Watts appeared first on Together for Short Lives.
GeriPal
APRIL 13, 2023
Summary Transcript Summary Social connections impact our health in profound ways, whether it is the support we receive from family and friends in navigating serious illness, the joy from shared social activities, or connecting with our community. Experiencing social isolation , the objective lack of contact with friends, family, or the community, or loneliness , the subjective feeling of lacking companionship or feeling left out, may be signs that our overall social life is struggling.
AlayaCare
APRIL 25, 2023
Since launching our Family Portal module back in September we have had a talk track that has been consistent – families have historically been disconnected and challenged with coordinating care for loved ones as well as keeping an eye on the care and progress – our Family Portal integrated into our own back office solution or for that matter any home healthcare software solves that challenge.
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Want to learn how to retain your caregivers & improve caregiver retention X3? The home care industry is experiencing turnover rates of over 80%. How are you ensuring your agency is retaining caregivers? This FREE eBook from Smartcare Software is packed with industry secrets needed to keep your caregivers happy, engaged, and retained, unlocking the full potential of your agency.
Hospice News
APRIL 5, 2023
A proposed rule from the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) may imperil hospice patients’ access to essential medications, stakeholders have indicated. The DEA recently proposed a regulation for prescribing controlled substances via telemedicine after the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE) expires. If finalized as written, practitioners would no longer have the ability to prescribe Schedule II or Schedule III-V narcotic medications via telehealth without a prior in-person exam.
HopeHealth
APRIL 25, 2023
Occupational therapists help you overcome any barriers between you and your best life, including tips for your physical, mental, social and environmental well-being. The post 12 ways occupational therapy can improve your life appeared first on HopeHealth.
Sustainable Caregiving
APRIL 15, 2023
As the founder of Sustainable Caregiving, I care for family caregivers. My path to this role was rocky. I cared for my father for seven years. He passed at 99 in December 2020. I spent the first few years struggling with the emotional challenges, which also impacted my physical health. I became a shell of … 3 Ways Healthcare Professionals Can Support Family Caregivers Read More » The post 3 Ways Healthcare Professionals Can Support Family Caregivers appeared first on Sustainable Caregiving
Life & Death Matters
APRIL 6, 2023
Author: Rebecca Skoot If you received a COVID vaccine, you’ve benefited from the life of Henrietta Lacks Rebecca Skoot shares the story of Henrietta Lacks, an ordinary Black woman in 1951, living with five children in the USA. Henrietta became ill and went to Johns Hopkins Hospital for diagnosis and then treatment of advanced cervical […] The post Book Recommendation: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks appeared first on Life and Death Matters.
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Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is transforming healthcare by enabling providers to track patient health outside traditional clinical settings. This blog explores the role of technology in RPM, including wearable devices, mobile apps, and connected medical tools that collect and share real-time data. Discover how RPM expands care access, improves outcomes, enhances patient engagement, and reduces costs by shifting from reactive to proactive care.
GeriPal
APRIL 27, 2023
Summary Transcript Summary We have a special extra podcast this week. During the last AAHPM – HPNA meeting in Montréal, we went around asking attendees what one thing that they are most worried about and one thing they are most hopeful for when thinking about the future of our field. We couldn’t fit everyone’s responses in but came up with the big themes for questions and edited them into this weeks podcast / YouTube video.
AlayaCare
APRIL 21, 2023
During our most recent webinar with Home Health Care News (HHCN), we brought together AlayaCare’s data and intelligence team to share their insights on challenges the home care industry faces and how data has the power to help tackle them. In this blog, we highlight the 2 main themes from our webinar Harnessing the Power of Data to Tackle the Home Care Industry’s Biggest Challenges (watch the webinar on-demand here ).
Hospice News
APRIL 26, 2023
Kaiser Permanente is launching a new nonprofit provider organization branded as Risant Health, kicking it off with the acquisition of a fellow integrated health system — Geisinger Health. Risant Health’s prime directive is to “expand access to value-based care in more communities nationwide,” according to a statement from the two companies. The financial terms of the Geisinger transaction are undisclosed.
HopeHealth
APRIL 17, 2023
Legacy-making activities honor your unbreakable bond with your child, and celebrate everything you love about them. If your child is seriously ill, these keepsakes take on special meaning. The post Honoring a life: Remembrance items for a child who is seriously ill appeared first on HopeHealth.
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Living Assistance Services
APRIL 26, 2023
We can’t always control the cards we’re dealt as we age, but there are a few different ways to stack the deck in your favour. Whether.
Daily Nurse
APRIL 25, 2023
Artificial intelligence (AI) integration in healthcare has become more prevalent through the advancements of ChatGPT, an OpenAI-developed AI language model based on deep learning that produces human-like text. ChatGPT has many questioning its role in healthcare, specifically its use in nursing education. So Daily Nurse spoke with Bei Wu, PhD, FGSA, FAAN (Honorary), Vice Dean for Research, Dean’s Professor in Global Health, New York University, Rory Meyers College of Nursing , and Xiang Qi, B
AJN Off the Charts
APRIL 7, 2023
There have been a couple of recent studies that confirm what I have observed as a palliative care nurse practitioner (NP) in an academic medical center: that there’s still a tendency to pursue very aggressive care with older people with cancer. While every situation is different, the evidence shows that people with cancer could also benefit from palliative care and advance care planning to make sure they’re getting the best and right care for them.
AlayaCare
APRIL 18, 2023
As a leading technology for home-based and community care providers, AlayaCare always strives to improve how it empowers organizations in supporting their staff and delivering the best possible care to their communities. That’s why we are excited to announce the official launch of a new feature called the Visit Optimizer. AlayaCare’s new solution matches vacant visits with suitable care providers using advanced algorithms and aligning scheduling practices with business objectives.
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Explore essential topics in this ebook, including what constitutes PHI and how to identify it using 18 indicators. Gain insights into the importance of safeguarding PHI to protect patient privacy and learn about the severe consequences of HIPAA violations. Discover practical strategies for securely exchanging PHI within your healthcare organization, including assessing risks and implementing effective safeguards.
Hospice News
APRIL 27, 2023
Ensuring staff are educated and trained is crucial for hospices to minimize workplace safety risks, particularly when it comes to providing community-based care. Safety is an ever present concern for hospice providers in any setting, but the home may be the toughest for employers to help staff navigate. Keeping hospice and home health staff safe while working out in the community is a multifaceted challenge, according to Eugenia Smither, vice president of compliance and quality improvement at Bl
HopeHealth
APRIL 11, 2023
If you're caring for someone with Parkinson's disease, a support group offers information for navigating the disease, and a safe space to share your experiences. The post Advice & support from Parkinson’s caregivers appeared first on HopeHealth.
Today's Caregiver
APRIL 14, 2023
Stories build community and connect us (even if we can’t be physically together). Whether you’re a group of friends, a neighborhood community, or an organization, stories are a great way to learn about and engage with others.
Daily Nurse
APRIL 21, 2023
In collaboration with Valley Health and the Virginia Hospital and Healthcare Association (VHHA), Shenandoah University is working to tackle the region’s nursing shortage through a program that will enhance the training of aspiring nurses and create a sustainable pipeline of new healthcare professionals. NextGen Nurses program draws upon the expertise of semi-retired and retiring nurses to help train the next generation of nurses before they leave the profession.
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Explore the risks posed by non-compliant consumer apps like Instagram and WhatsApp in healthcare settings. Learn about potential HIPAA penalties and use a self-evaluation flowchart to determine your organization's need for HIPAA-compliant messaging. Discover straightforward steps to implement secure communication solutions efficiently, ensuring compliance and protecting patient data effectively.
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