Sustainable Caregiving
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
The holiday season brings unique challenges for caregivers, often amplifying the stress, emotions, and responsibilities that come with both caregiving and festivities. This time of year can evoke a mix of joy and uneasiness, with caregiving adding layers of complexity to holiday plans. Yet, it’s possible to create meaningful moments while prioritizing well-being.
AJN Off the Charts
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
A difficult exchange Photo by Riccardo Chiarini on Unsplash She was one of those patients who remind me of my own daughters, who make me consider up close what it would feel like to watch a terrible disease process insidiously take over my own child’s body. Her cancer had spread and she was struggling to breathe. The team had told the parents it was likely we might have to give her a breathing tube before my shift was over.
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Diversity Nursing
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
As Gen Z Nurses begin to enter the workforce, they bring fresh perspectives and unique expectations for their careers. This generation— born roughly between 1997 and 2012—has been raised in an era where digital technology is not only a tool but an integral part of daily life. As such, they are the first truly digital native generation, and their approach to work reflects this.
Caregiver Support Services
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Research suggests that over 60 million people in the world work in the healthcare industry. Caring for people, providing essential healthcare services and developing new technologies, treatments and tools through research and development are just some of the many career paths on offer. If you’re thinking about changing careers, or you have ambitions to enter the medical field, this guide will help you decide if a career in healthcare is the right choice for you.
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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.
Corecubed Care Marketing Solutions
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
At Rosemark, we’ve spent over three decades working with home care agencies across the country. One thing has become crystal clear: aligning your care company’s processes with your purpose is the most effective way to achieve your business goals. But where should you start to create this alignment? And what should the end result look like? Let’s dive into.
Hospice News
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Amedisys Inc.’s (Nasdaq: AMED) hospice segment has seen headwinds impact admissions growth as the company awaits its pending acquisition by the UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) subsidiary Optum. The company’s hospice segment revenue reached $207.9 million in Q3, a rise from $200.2 million during the same period last year. Gross margin for the hospice segment fell slightly to 42.9% from 44.3% year-over-year.
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HopeHealth
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
When her husband died, “I was simply frozen,” Pamela says. “The pain was unrelenting.” Now, she opens up about her grief journey in the months since. The post “This is my love letter to you”: Healing after the loss of a partner appeared first on HopeHealth.
Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
The Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) is the system through which the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services determines payment rates for services provided by physicians and other healthcare professionals. At first glance, it might not appear so important to us, but rest assured, it is. Established in 1992, the MPFS is a comprehensive payment system that accounts for the costs of delivering care in various settings, including skilled nursing facilities, physician offices and outpatien
Hospice News
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Hospice utilization has tripled among patients diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD) during the past two decades. The trend has ignited concerns about these patients’ lengths of stay, as well as praise for hospices’ cost-savings potential. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) researchers analyzed Medicare fee-for-service claims spanning between 1999 and 2019, including data on hospice billing, patient enrollment, hospitalizations, health costs and chronic conditi
Daily Nurse
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Nursing schools are the gateway to the profession. But when racism is prevalent at the collegiate level , the racial, structural, and institutional inequities entrenched in these programs have a profound impact. Workforce composition, the development of future educators and administrators, student success, and the overall health and well-being of society are at risk when racism in nursing education persists.
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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.
Elaine Mansfield
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
I cling to the calmness of nature’s autumn departure in these agitated times of elections and war. It isn’t easy, but I repeatedly bring myself back to the beauty surrounding me. We’re having an unusually dry autumn in the NY Finger Lakes, but no violent weather. The days are gentle and soft. Of course it won’t last, but I’m grateful for calm November days.
American In-Home Care
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Anxiety is the most common psychological disorder affecting adults in the United States. For many, it’s a temporary response to stress, but when anxiety becomes chronic, it can lead to a generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). This condition is characterized by excessive worry about various aspects of life, often without a clear cause. Unfortunately, while anxiety is widely recognized in younger and middle-aged adults, it’s frequently overlooked in older adults, who may suffer silently.
Hospice News
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Addus HomeCare Corporation (Nasdaq: ADUS) may slow down on mergers and acquisitions in the near term as it absorbs Gentiva’s personal care business. The Texas-headquartered personal care, home health and hospice provider is taking a “conservative approach” to its merger and acquisition strategies, said Addus CEO and Chairman Dirk Allison in an earnings call on Thursday.
Living Assistance Services
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
November is here and with it comes a solemn occasion that’s important to many Canadians: Remembrance Day. A time to honour those who made.
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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.
Community Home Health Care
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
As the seasons shift and temperatures drop, it’s time to focus on boosting immunity for seniors. This time of year comes with a higher risk of illness, particularly colds, flu, and other respiratory infections that can be more dangerous for older adults. For seniors, whose immune systems naturally weaken with age , maintaining good health during these months becomes even more critical.
Responsive Home Care
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
What could be more nostalgic than the time-honored tradition of pulling out holiday decorations, revisiting the memories they spark, and making each area of the home fun and festive? It’s an activity everyone in the family can participate in. Yet there are some special considerations to keep in mind when someone you love is struggling with […] The post How to Create Meaningful Holiday Traditions for Seniors With Dementia appeared first on Responsive Home Care.
Hospice News
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
Stakeholders and policymakers who shape the hospice industry are making connections between a provider’s tax status and quality indicators. Their perceptions could have significant repercussions on the outlook of hospice investments. More private equity (PE) investors have stepped into the hospice and home health space in recent years. This trend extends across the broader health care continuum, as certain types of owners — notably private equity entities — have come under scrutiny from lawmaker
Elder Care Matters
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Discover key strategies for seniors to avoid the probate process, including trusts, joint ownership, and beneficiary designations, for a smoother asset transfer. The post How to Avoid Probate: Essential Strategies for Seniors appeared first on Elder Care Directory - ElderCareMatters.com.
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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.
Adobe Hospice & Home Health
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Hospice Care for End-Stage COPD: A Path to Comfort and Dignity Understanding COPD at End-Stage Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a progressive condition that often leads to a significant decline in lung function. In the final stages of COPD, individuals may experience severe breathlessness, frequent hospitalizations due to exacerbations, and a reduced quality of The post Hospice for End-Stage COPD appeared first on Abode Hospice & Home Health.
AT Home Care & Hospice
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Hospice Care for End-Stage COPD: A Path to Comfort and Dignity Understanding COPD at End-Stage Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a progressive condition that often leads to a significant decline in lung function. In the final stages of COPD, individuals may experience severe breathlessness, frequent hospitalizations due to exacerbations, and a reduced quality of The post Hospice for End-Stage COPD appeared first on AT Home Care & Hospice.
Hospice News
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
The long term care company Mission Health Services has acquired Utah-based Angel’s Crossing Home Hospice. Mission is a nonprofit provider of nursing home, assisted living, short term care, memory care and therapy services. The M&A advisory firm Agenda Health facilitated the transaction. Financial terms were undisclosed. The deal marks Mission’s first foray into the hospice space.
Minority Nurse
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
The National Black Nurses Association (NBNA) announces a partnership with Prudential Financial to provide financial education to its membership. As part of the partnership, in July, Prudential was a new Corporate Roundtable Member of NBNA’s 52nd Annual Institute & Conference in San Francisco, CA, where it hosted a welcome reception and financial wellness presentation.
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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.
Adobe Hospice & Home Health
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Home Health Care: A Vital Lifeline for Patients with COPD Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a progressive condition that significantly impacts the ability to breathe and leads to frequent hospitalizations. For those living with COPD, managing symptoms, maintaining independence, and avoiding exacerbations are key to improving quality of life.
AT Home Care & Hospice
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Home Health Care: A Vital Lifeline for Patients with COPD Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a progressive condition that significantly impacts the ability to breathe and leads to frequent hospitalizations. For those living with COPD, managing symptoms, maintaining independence, and avoiding exacerbations are key to improving quality of life.
Hospice News
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
U.S. health care is moving steadily towards value-based reimbursement, and having a robust palliative care program can help hospices ensure they are not left behind. The U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is working to ensure that 100% of Medicare beneficiaries are aligned with a risk-based payment model by 2030. This can include Medicare Advantage and Accountable Care Organization (ACOs) programs.
NHPCO
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
For Immediate Release November 06, 2024 (Alexandria, VA and Washington, DC) – The National Alliance for Care at Home (the Alliance) has endorsed H.R. 10097, the Enhancing Hospice Oversight and Transparency Act , introduced in the House of Representatives. The Alliance supports delaying the implementation of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Service’s (CMS) hospice Special Focus Program (SFP), to allow for additional time to correct its flawed design that creates a high risk of failing to i
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This eBook explores the critical issues of using consumer-grade messaging apps like WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, and SMS in healthcare, especially home care. It highlights the negative impacts on patient care quality, data security, and HIPAA compliance and provides practical solutions to enhance communication efficiency! You will learn how to: Consolidate Messaging Platforms: Streamline communication by reducing the use of multiple apps, improving efficiency in patient care.
Daily Nurse
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
In a heartwarming display of compassion and dedication, Heather Braden, an RN at Atrium Health Floyd Medical Cente r in Rome, Georgia, has been honored as the Daily Nurse Nurse of the Week. Her recent actions exemplify what it means to be a nurse—going above and beyond to help those in need, especially during challenging times. Recently, Braden encountered a single mother and her special-needs daughter who were facing an unimaginable crisis.
Caregiver Support Services
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
As you step into adulthood you don’t realize how much other people in your life will soon start to rely on you. Having an elderly relative near you, or far away, can cause a lot of stress and strain for several different reasons. Whether your loved ones are managing chronic health conditions or they’re struggling with carrying out their daily rituals at home, they may need additional support.
Hospice News
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Enhabit Inc.’s (NYSE: EHAB) hospice segment buoyed the company’s Q3 financial results amid losses in its home health business. Also on Thursday, the company announced that Ryan Solomon will become its CFO effective Dec. 9, succeeding Crissy Carlysle. Consistent sequential gains in Enhabit’s hospice average daily census ADC, coupled with the Fiscal Year 2025 payment increase of 2.9% helped fuel that segment’s positive results.
Minority Nurse
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
In a groundbreaking initiative, a Minnesota academic medical center has successfully integrated immersive virtual reality (IVR) into its nurse residency program , showcasing the technology’s potential as a powerful tool for feedback and assessment of clinical competencies. This innovative approach not only enhances the learning experience for new nurses but also aids in their transition to clinical practice.
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Effective collaboration among all care team members is critical to delivering better patient outcomes. A key element to achieving effective collaboration is through the implementation of a clinical communication and collaboration platform. In a fast-paced, high-stress and critical environment, people tend to do whatever gets the job done. Therefore will scramble and use the systems, people, or processes around them to get an outcome more quickly - which can often be at the expense of quality.
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