Responsive Home Care
AUGUST 24, 2022
You’ve come to the realization that the family home is just way too much for your mother and father to take care of. A smaller home became available just around the corner from you that’s ideal: a lovely flower garden in the backyard, a bright, cheerful kitchen, and no stairs to navigate. Now it’s time […]. The post Downsizing for Seniors with Dementia appeared first on Responsive Home Care.
Hospice News
AUGUST 25, 2022
Buyers in a hot hospice M&A market are bringing compliance under a microscope as regulators keep a tight watch. All hospice transactions undergo some type of compliance review. But there’s nothing routine about these reviews in today’s current hospice regulatory environment. Combing through a hospice’s referral streams and financial or claims data can help identify potential compliance issues.
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GeriPal
AUGUST 25, 2022
Summary Transcript Summary. Two major shifts are transforming the landscape of hospice. First, private equity firms are gobbling up hospices. As Melissa Aldridge, a health services researcher and former banker explains, we should be very concerned. Private equity firms try to turn companies as profitable as possible within 3-5 years. Thus, they have little in the way of long term vision for hospices, instead focused on cutting costs and maximizing profits. .
AJN Off the Charts
AUGUST 25, 2022
Robin Cogan. In case you have not seen the new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines for schools, published on August 11, 2022, here they are: Operational Guidance for K-12 Schools and Early Care and Education Programs to Support Safe In-Person Learning. Key changes in CDC guidance for schools. The CDC has chosen the path of least resistance as schools are about to reopen or are in their first few weeks of the new school year.
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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.
Daily Nurse
AUGUST 22, 2022
Nursing school is a rewarding but challenging experience. You must struggle to balance work and other important aspects of your life. You still have unread texts and exams to deal with while doing all of this. Most of the time, it appears that everything is happening simultaneously. Nursing school can be overwhelming, and it takes […].
Hospice News
AUGUST 22, 2022
Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) is reportedly bidding to acquire value-based care platform Signify Health (NYSE: SGNY), which provides tech-enabled home health and complex care management services, among others. Signify partners with payers and health systems to offer home-based care. The company’s complex care management program mirrors the interdisciplinary palliative care model, including symptom management, addressing psychosocial needs, advance care planning, and social determinants of health.
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AJN Off the Charts
AUGUST 23, 2022
First U.S. polio case in nearly a decade. Henderson respirator 20th century. Credit: Wellcome Library, London, via Wikipedia Creative Commons. Last month, an unvaccinated 20-year-old in Rockland County, New York, was diagnosed with paralytic polio. He had not traveled in the previous month; he was infected by an (unknown) individual who had travelled and acquired the infection abroad.
Daily Nurse
AUGUST 26, 2022
In America, one in four people—roughly 26 percent—are currently living with a disability. These people have an increased risk of ailments like obesity, heart disease, and diabetes. However, many don’t let their disability define them, going on to achieve the seemingly impossible. One of those people is Dionne Jaques of Salt Lake City, born deaf. […].
Hospice News
AUGUST 22, 2022
The hospice chaplain shortage is reaching a tipping point. As they work to recruit and retain their chaplain labor force, hospices are contending with a barrage of issues that also can impact patient access. Hospice chaplains are being asked to do more with less time and resources available, which can adversely affect the quality of spiritual care, according to Saul Ebema, president of Illinois-based Hospice Chaplaincy.
Caring Senior Service
AUGUST 22, 2022
Time management is a hard skill to master — especially for adults trying to manage multiple responsibilities. Between work, kids, and potentially caring for aging parents, there’s a lot to juggle. But effective time management can help you stay on top of your responsibilities. Here are some ways you can leverage time management to get the most out of each day.
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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.
Together for Short Lives
AUGUST 26, 2022
Together for Short Lives, Contact, Scope and other organisations representing disabled children and their families have today published an open letter to the Conservative Party Leadership candidates calling for urgent action to address the mounting hardship facing families caring for seriously ill and disabled children. Like many across the UK, these families are facing the […].
Daily Nurse
AUGUST 23, 2022
Nursing is a highly demanding career, but as a nurse, you understand how difficult it can be to find the right work-life balance — especially if you have a family or other important obligations outside of work. At times the drain on your physical and mental energy leave you feeling exhausted when your shift ends, […].
Hospice News
AUGUST 24, 2022
Joliet, Illinois-based Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care has nearly tripled the capacity of its pediatric palliative care program, expanding in geography, staff, and patient census. The nonprofit’s pediatric program now has capacity for 120 patients. Lightways’ current pediatric census has risen to 100 patients, up from 40. Additionally, the program’s service area has extended to the City of Chicago and other areas further north and northwest, according to CEO Mary Kay Sheehan.
Today's Caregiver
AUGUST 24, 2022
This week we commemorate the thirtieth anniversary of Hurricane Andrew and the seventeenth anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. Both storms brought unimaginable destruction upon so many of our friends and family members.
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The Nurse Break
AUGUST 24, 2022
More from ‘ Leading for Change ‘ here. I am penning this thought piece while in Darwin at the Australian College of Nursing (ACN) annual nursing conference with over 700 nurses from across Australia. While a wonderful week of inspiring nurse leadership conversations (from many fabulous nurse leaders), hearing about some wonderful initiatives and sharing a glass or two of wine between friends in some cases we haven’t seen for almost 2 years there is an underlying tension and dis
Daily Nurse
AUGUST 24, 2022
It takes a special person to be there to help comfort a dying person, and crisis care nurses do this every day. Not only do they provide this crucial care, but they offer comfort and reassurance to friends and family. Local crisis care nurse Raymond Kruse is a humble man who truly loves what he […].
Hospice News
AUGUST 26, 2022
The American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (AAHPM) has released an implementation guide for two patient-reported palliative care quality measures. The two new measures fall under the category of “patient-reported outcome performance measures” (PRO-PMs) that assess quality using two main indicators: patient-provider communication and pain management.
Minority Nurse
AUGUST 24, 2022
My nursing education journey began when I received my BSN in Nursing at Rutgers College of Nursing in 2011. During my time there, I met some strong, professional women professors. They took such a personal interest in me that, over a decade later, I think of them with much gratitude. Their strength helped me to see myself as a strong but caring nurse.
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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.
Freedom Home Care and Medical Staffing
AUGUST 24, 2022
The summer may be winding down but the sun is still fierce! More people are diagnosed with skin cancer each year in the United States than all other cancers combined, according to the Skin Care Foundation. So even as you’ve been enjoying the outdoors and the warmth on your skin, it’s important to take a moment and incorporate some healthy habits to stay safe in the sun.
Daily Nurse
AUGUST 25, 2022
Frontier Nursing University (FNU) is one of 50 U.S. nursing schools chosen by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) to participate in the Building a Culture of Belonging in Academic Nursing initiative designed to foster inclusive learning environments and build a more diverse nursing workforce. AACN launched the initiative to help nursing schools create environments […].
Hospice News
AUGUST 26, 2022
Florida-based Hospice of Marion County (HMC) will affiliate with the nonprofit senior services provider Empath Health. The two organizations have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to begin the process. Empath Health is the parent company of Tidewell Hospice, Suncoast Hospice, and Suncoast Hospice of Hillsborough. This year, the State of Florida issued certificates of need allowing Empath to enter three additional counties.
Diversity Nursing
AUGUST 24, 2022
Hospitals are hiring or accepting volunteer teens and young adults as a long-term strategy to help combat shortages in the healthcare industry. Research shows, exposure to various healthcare fields is crucial to the development of career interests for adolescents and young adults. Earn while you learn programs give high school students the opportunity to gain knowledge in the field and make a better wage than the average part time jobs students often take.
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Today's Caregiver
AUGUST 26, 2022
1 in 6 people suffer from brain diseases like MS, Parkinson’s, and Alzheimer’s. And because the brain controls so much and is integral to our identity, the diseases that affect it are uniquely devastating both to patients and caregivers.
Freedom Home Care and Medical Staffing
AUGUST 25, 2022
Who are Immunizations for? While the COVID vaccine has been top of mind recently, there’s a whole lineup of vaccines that protect infants, children, teens, parents, and the elderly from sixteen harmful diseases that can even lead to hospitalization or death. Certain conditions such as age, job, or lifestyle, can play into a person’s risk for certain diseases.
Hospice News
AUGUST 26, 2022
Former VITAS Manager Returns to Fill Operational VP Role. Chemed Corporation (NYSE: CHEM) subsidiary VITAS Healthcare recently named Laury Bliss as its new vice president of operations in southern California. She returns to the company after nearly three years at the helm of San Diego-based The Elizabeth Hospice as its chief strategy officer. Prior to that, she was the senior general manager of VITAS’ San Diego and Orange County areas in the Golden State.
The Nurse Break
AUGUST 21, 2022
Meet Rory Tanner ( again!) for Part 2 of our Complete Guide to Perioperative & Peri-anaesthesia Nursing! Rory is a Peri-anaesthesia Clinical Nurse Specialist, Educator and Facilitator and the Founder of the Aussie Nurse Educator. If you missed Part 1 where Rory shares his clinical expertise on everything perioperative and peri-anaesthesia nursing, you can check out the article here.
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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.
Nurse.com
AUGUST 22, 2022
What was frequently confused as burnout in previous years, has recently been accurately identified as moral injury for nurses. Burnout, an occupational phenomenon (not a medical condition), results from chronic workplace stress, is characterized by feelings of exhaustion, increased mental distancing from one’s work or cynicism about work, and reduced professional efficacy.
Home Care Pulse
AUGUST 25, 2022
Article Contents: – Introduction. – Who’s Answering Your Phone? – Potential Problems with Schedulers Taking Inquiry Calls. – How Will You Know if There’s a Problem? – Strategies to Overcome These Obstacles. Article Contents: 1. Who’s Answering Your Phone? 2. Potential Problems with Schedulers Taking Inquiry Calls. 3. How Will You Know if There’s a Problem?
Hospice News
AUGUST 26, 2022
Medicare reimbursement is the lifeblood of hospice providers, and a clear understanding of policies like budget neutrality can help elucidate the payment systems that keep their businesses running. The U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is required by the Affordable Care Act to ensure that reimbursement rate changes are budget neutral.
Living Assistance Services
AUGUST 24, 2022
As our loved ones age and face a growing number of physical challenges, mobility often becomes an issue. For some seniors, it’s as simple.
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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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