Hospice News

AUGUST 30, 2023

Oncology nurses at cancer centers across the country are developing ways to improve palliative care referrals for seriously ill patients and families who could benefit from these services. A common thread woven through these referral strategies is expanding palliative care awareness among clinicians across the continuum. Misperceptions proliferate among clinicians as to the nature and benefits of palliative care, which trickles impacts into access.

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Life & Death Matters

AUGUST 28, 2023

In October 2019 Ted and I flew to join Siobhan. We desired to support her in her grief. We walked the beaches together. Four months earlier, her eldest son, Saren, who was 22 years old died in a freak accident in the mountains, doing what he loved. Little did we know. Three months later, our […] The post Book Recommendation: Unobservable: Poems of Grief and Grace, by Siobhan Westrop appeared first on Life and Death Matters.

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Daily Nurse

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

It’s back to school time again, which means school nurses are preparing for the year ahead and the challenges and opportunities a new school year will bring. In recent years, the roles and responsibilities of school nurses have evolved. Traditionally, school nurses are tasked with administering first aid and caring for students’ physical health. Still, we are seeing demand for school nurses to manage a broader definition of wellness, including physical and mental health.

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Diversity Nursing

AUGUST 30, 2023

Nurses play a crucial role in healthcare innovation. Innovation in Nursing requires a creative approach to develop and implement new technologies, streamline workflows, improve patient care, and enhance overall healthcare outcomes. Nurses are uniquely qualified to contribute to Nursing innovations due to their frontline experience, patient interactions, and in-depth understanding of the healthcare process.

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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.

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Hospice News

AUGUST 31, 2023

Thus far in 2023, hospice merger and acquisition activity has deviated from prior years. This year is distinctive because of factors such as valuations, asset sizes and the mix of buyers. A number of trends have shifted. The last five years saw record-breaking multiples in the hospice space and private equity-backed platform deals were among the most common types of transactions.

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Minority Nurse

AUGUST 28, 2023

Despite being first identified in medical literature in the 1940s and impacting 5-12% of women annually, medical professionals rarely diagnose Lipedema due to the lack of training and awareness to recognize the disease. Nurses have the most face time with patients, so nurses must understand what Lipedema is and how to recognize the signs. We spoke with Ana Pozzoli, PT, CLT, National Lymphedema Network expert clinician, about how nurses can play a pivotal role in helping women receive care an

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Freedom Home Care and Medical Staffing

AUGUST 28, 2023

As individuals and families plan for the future, one crucial consideration is the potential need for long-term care. Aging, illness, or disability can lead to a reduced ability to perform everyday tasks independently, requiring assistance and support. Long-term care insurance has emerged as a valuable tool to ensure that individuals can access the care they need without depleting their savings.

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Hospice News

AUGUST 28, 2023

The health care technology company WellSky has acquired the post-acute care software firm Experience Care. Financial terms were not disclosed. Experience Care has developed an electronic health record (EHR) platform and financial solution designed for long-term care facilities. The system can also help long term care operators ensure that residents receive appropriate care at the right time, according to Tim Ashe, chief clinical officer at WellSky.

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Minority Nurse

AUGUST 28, 2023

Have you ever felt like the energy you put into studying isn’t reflected in the outcomes you end up with? You aren’t alone. Like any other professional skill, studying is something you need to learn how to do. It might seem counterintuitive, says Regan A. R. Gurung, PhD, but taking the time and effort to learn top study skills is going to help you through school and in your professional life.

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Daily Nurse

AUGUST 30, 2023

Charmaine Branchaud sees the stories of Red Lake Nation students in the data. Branchaud has been an RN for four and a half decades and began overseeing school clinics across all Red Lake Nation schools in Minnesota in 2021. Her work improving Red Lake School District’s immunization rates began as she sifted through paper records and data, which allowed her to understand student health needs.

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Adobe Hospice & Home Health

AUGUST 31, 2023

National Cholesterol Education Month: A Time to Take Control of Your Heart Health September is National Cholesterol Education Month, a time to raise awareness about the importance of managing cholesterol levels. High cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease, stroke, and other health problems. What is Cholesterol? Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance The post Cholesterol Education Month appeared first on Abode Hospice & Home Health.

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Hospice News

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

By implementing new technologies and investing in leadership development programs, Elara Caring boosted its caregiver workforce by 21% during the second quarter. The Dallas-based home-based care provider operates 200 locations in 17 states. Among the strategies driving these gains were initiatives to speed the hiring process. In the second quarter, Elara reduced to nine days the time it takes to hire an employee, down from 21.

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AT Home Care & Hospice

AUGUST 31, 2023

National Cholesterol Education Month: A Time to Take Control of Your Heart Health September is National Cholesterol Education Month, a time to raise awareness about the importance of managing cholesterol levels. High cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease, stroke, and other health problems. What is Cholesterol? Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance The post Cholesterol Education Month appeared first on AT Home Care & Hospice.

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Daily Nurse

AUGUST 31, 2023

When you’re a nurse in the process of finding a new position, there’s much to think about during the complex job search journey, from your resume and cover letter to interview prep and negotiating salaries, but one thing many nurses overlook is always having a reliable set of professional references on tap whom you can call when you need them. There’s also the question of approaching your current supervisor for a reference when required.

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AUGUST 29, 2023

Lately, the media has been filled with reports of devastating wildfires in Maui, destructive flooding in Vermont, and powerful tornadoes and earthquakes. These natural disasters serve as a reminder of the importance for Nurses to be prepared for any emergency. Nurses play a vital role in disaster response, and being well-prepared for natural disasters is crucial to ensure they can provide effective care during these emergencies.

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Hospice News

AUGUST 29, 2023

The U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is on the right track with several new rules designed to improve hospice program integrity, but some could use some fine-tuning, according to the National Hospice & Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO). The hospice advocacy group today issued public comments on CMS’s proposed home health rule for 2024.

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Bayshore Care Home

AUGUST 30, 2023

5 Major Advantages of Senior Care at Home Home care for seniors offers numerous advantages that promote their well-being, independence, and quality of life. Bayshore Home Care provides senior care. The post Senior Care in Pinellas County, Tampa, Clearwater, Hillsborough County, Pasco County, Tampa and Surrounding Areas first appeared on Bayshore Home Care.

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Daily Nurse

AUGUST 28, 2023

August is National Breastfeeding Month, and the U.S. Breastfeeding Committee has chosen “This is Our Why” as its theme this year. Much has been written about the physical benefits of breastfeeding for mother and child—better infection protection for babies and reduced cancer, high blood pressure, and diabetes risks for mom. I want to dive a bit deeper into the benefits for society.

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AUGUST 31, 2023

Facing the difficult decision of how to continue caring for your loved one? Whether it’s your parent, relative or elderly friend, seeing them lose their independence can be painful. Many seniors will be worried about having to leave their familiar surroundings and move into a nursing home, and may also be wary of letting a stranger into their home. So your job of finding the right professional care is not an easy one.

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Hospice News

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is pursuing a qui tam lawsuit against Care Alternatives Inc., doing business as Ascend Health, for alleged False Claims Act (FCA) violations. Four former employees of Care Alternatives have alleged that the New Jersey-based company billed Medicare for hospice services when patients were not eligible to receive them.

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Living Assistance Services

AUGUST 30, 2023

Over 90% of Ontario residents over the age of 55 want to age in place, according to recent research. This is something that’s entirely.

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AUGUST 29, 2023

This year, I rarely see an adult Monarch butterfly in the fields or in my butterfly garden. There are some out there because they leave evidence– a few tiny Monarch eggs deposited under milkweed leaves. It I search long enough, I might find three or four eggs in an hour. Sometimes I don’t find any. By mid August 2022, I’d released 160 Monarchs raised in my back porch nursery.

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Nurse Nacole

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Category: Psychiatric Nursing Benzodiazepines exert a therapeutic effect by binding to GABA-A receptors in the brain. They cause the GABA-A receptors to increase the opening of chloride channels along the cell membrane, leading to an inhibitory effect on cell firing.

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Hospice News

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

The Pennant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: PNTG) has acquired Arizona-based Valor HospiceCare. Financial terms were undisclosed. The Idaho-headquartered home health, hospice and senior living company has been building out its acquisition pipeline, executives indicated in earnings calls. Interest in hospice deals is rising as record-high valuations begin to come down, according to Pennant President and COO John Gochnour.

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Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder

AUGUST 31, 2023

There’s a certain kind of magic when watching eq competitions, especially when it involves someone dear to you. Over the weekend, our daughter, Emmy Grace, took part in her first hunter jumper 2-foot division horse show.

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Minority Nurse

AUGUST 31, 2023

Nursing homes with the highest proportion of Black residents have the greatest number of hospitalizations and emergency department visits, according to a new study led by researchers at NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing. Staffing levels likely drive the differences in hospitalizations and emergency department visits among nursing homes, the researchers report in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society.

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Nurse Nacole

AUGUST 31, 2023

Category: Psychiatric Nursing Benzodiazepines are important and widely prescribed sedative-hypnotics. Their pharmacologic properties include reduction of anxiety, sedation, muscle relaxation, anticonvulsant and amnestic effects.

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Hospice News

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

New rules for changes in hospice ownership are likely to slow down or kill some mergers and acquisitions, according to Ari Markenson, partner at the law firm Venable LLP. Among the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) new policies is a rule prohibiting changes of ownership within 36 months of Medicare enrollment, designed to curb quick license sales in an effort to avoid regulatory attention.

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American In-Home Care

AUGUST 28, 2023

Dad has seemed more confused than usual lately. He misplaced his car keys, only to discover they were in the linen closet. He often starts a sentence and forgets what he was going to say. Sometimes, he doesn’t even remember your name. Could it be Alzheimer’s, or simply normal age-related forgetfulness? How Can You Tell if It’s Alzheimer’s or Forgetfulness – or Something Else?

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

As we age, our bodies go through various transformations, including our oral health. Dental hygiene becomes increasingly important for seniors, as it not only affects their overall health but also their quality of life. In this blog post, we will explore how dental hygiene changes for seniors and the special considerations that should be taken into account.

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