Hospice News
MAY 20, 2024
Federal lawmakers recently allocated millions of dollars to fuel palliative care research efforts. The move is anticipated to expand palliative education and career development opportunities as demand rises in coming years. Congress recently passed the 2024 Labor Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriation Bill.
Life & Death Matters
MAY 23, 2024
Written by Courtney Murrell This June marks 16 years since I finished the PSW College certificate program, and I can still picture the night that the RN instructor shared with us, what has been the most important career advice I have ever received. It was nearing 21:00, we were a classroom of exhausted women that […] The post The best career advice she had ever received, and then she gave it to us appeared first on Life and Death Matters.
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AJN Off the Charts
MAY 21, 2024
When I was growing up, my mother kept a short essay called “I Had the World’s Meanest Mother” displayed in our house. She really loved that essay. What I’m writing today is inspired by that essay. It’s not for mothers but for all those clinical instructors who continue to cultivate the next generation of nurses. Student nurse giving a patient a metabolism test/Library of Congress As I sit in the classroom and hear my colleagues talk about their clinical instructors, I remember my own
Daily Nurse
MAY 22, 2024
Lauren Rizzo and Maggie Hopkins, two compassionate nurses at the renowned John Theurer Cancer Center in Hackensack, New Jersey, under Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH), view their role as more than just a job. To them, nursing is a calling, a profound opportunity to positively impact the lives of their most vulnerable patients who are courageously battling against illness.
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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.
Hospice News
MAY 22, 2024
A transition from fee-for-service to value-based payment models could help palliative care providers boost recruitment and retention. Providers walk a tightrope when it comes to ensuring that their palliative care services are financially sustainable, including the ability to attract and compensate staff at competitive rates. In today’s predominant reimbursement structure, palliative care programs are often loss leaders.
Hospice Red River Valley
MAY 22, 2024
The North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services, Medical Services Division, has awarded a substantial grant of up to $2 million to Hospice of the Red River Valley. This grant is designated for the expansion of home and community-based services to Medicaid members residing in underserved regions of North Dakota. Hospice of the Red River Valley, renowned for its compassionate care spanning over 50,000 square miles across North Dakota and Minnesota, expresses its profound commitment to sup
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Daily Nurse
MAY 20, 2024
Nurses are the backbone of our nation’s healthcare system, tirelessly providing essential care to patients day and night. Yet, research suggests that many nurses are considering leaving the profession within the next two years. However, amidst this concerning trend, there’s hope: many nurses prioritize their well-being and refuse to succumb to burnout.
Hospice News
MAY 21, 2024
Hospice providers are navigating an evolving landscape of laws opening up pathways of access around psychedelic utilization at the end of life. Despite mounting evidence that psychedelics can improve experiences and reduce symptom burden in some terminally ill patients, these drugs remain difficult to access for those wishing to utilize them. Some states and the federal government have considered legislation that would establish a “right to try” psychedelics and other experimental interventions
Today's Caregiver
MAY 20, 2024
With the busiest Memorial Day travel weekend in nearly two decades approaching—according to AAA, an estimated 43.8 million Americans are projected to travel between May 23 and 27.
Traditions Health
MAY 20, 2024
Nashville, TN – Traditions Health of Edmond, OK has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Home Health Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a healthcare organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care. The Edmond home health branch underwent a rigorous, unannounced onsite review.
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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.
Daily Nurse
MAY 21, 2024
North Carolina Senator Gale Adcock , MSN, FNP-BC, nurse-turned-legislator, emphasizes the importance of nurses developing their advocacy skills to influence policymakers effectively, especially when policy and politics are involved. Nurses play a crucial role in advocating for their patients in healthcare settings on a daily basis. However, they tend to hesitate when it comes to speaking up in other settings.
Hospice News
MAY 21, 2024
Maine-based Androscoggin Home Healthcare and Hospice has rebranded as Andwell Health Partners to better reflect its growing suite of services. The company launched in 1966 as a home health company, later adding hospice, palliative, behavioral health and community care services. “As we continue to grow and evolve, we realized that the name Androscoggin Home Healthcare and Hospice no longer accurately reflected who we are, where we are going, and who we serve,” Andwell board chair Debra Fournier s
Adobe Hospice & Home Health
MAY 20, 2024
National Women’s Health Month highlights the importance of prioritizing female healthcare. Home Health Care emerges as a powerful tool in this regard, offering a multitude of benefits for women recovering from various health issues within the comfort and familiarity of their own homes. Management of Chronic Conditions: Women are disproportionately affected by chronic illnesses like The post Home Health Care: Empowering Women’s Health Recovery in a Familiar Setting appeared first on A
Traditions Health
MAY 22, 2024
Nashville, TN – Traditions Health of Hutchinson, KS has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Home Health Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a healthcare organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care. The Hutchinson home health branch underwent a rigorous, unannounced onsite review.
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AT Home Care & Hospice
MAY 18, 2024
How Hospice Can Help Stroke Patients: Comfort and Support in Their Final Stages Up to 80% of stroke patients in their end-of-life stages experience a period of increased alertness and awareness, often called “terminal lucidity,” in the days to hours before death. This can be surprising as these patients may have been unresponsive or minimally The post May is National Stroke Awareness Month appeared first on AT Home Care & Hospice.
Hospice News
MAY 20, 2024
A group of former hospice and home health leaders have gone all-in on Programs for All-Inclusive Care of the Elderly (PACE) with the launch of an emerging company. New Jersey-headquartered BoldAge PACE is owned and operated by former Seasons Hospice and Palliative Care CEO Todd Stern, also a former AccentCare executive, and Dan Czermak, founder of Acute Health Systems and Beacon of Life.
Adobe Hospice & Home Health
MAY 18, 2024
How Hospice Can Help Stroke Patients: Comfort and Support in Their Final Stages Up to 80% of stroke patients in their end-of-life stages experience a period of increased alertness and awareness, often called “terminal lucidity,” in the days to hours before death. This can be surprising as these patients may have been unresponsive or minimally The post May is National Stroke Awareness Month appeared first on Abode Hospice & Home Health.
Diversity Nursing
MAY 21, 2024
Nursing is a profession enveloped in myths and misconceptions. Despite being one of the most respected careers, many misunderstandings persist about what Nurses do, their level of expertise, and the nature of their work. As a Nursing Career and Information website, we want to clear up some of these common myths and shed light on the realities of the profession.
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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.
AT Home Care & Hospice
MAY 20, 2024
National Women’s Health Month highlights the importance of prioritizing female healthcare. Home Health Care emerges as a powerful tool in this regard, offering a multitude of benefits for women recovering from various health issues within the comfort and familiarity of their own homes. Management of Chronic Conditions: Women are disproportionately affected by chronic illnesses like The post Home Health Care: Empowering Women’s Health Recovery in a Familiar Setting appeared first on A
Hospice News
MAY 24, 2024
The nation’s publicly traded hospice companies are primed for more acquisitions after a 2023 slump, fueled by census and growth. Transaction volume declined in the hospice and home-based care space in 2023, following the two record-breaking prior years. Many expect a rebound in 2024, and stirrings in the public company space signal that may come to fruition.
Responsive Home Care
MAY 19, 2024
Striking up a conversation with a family member with cancer can sometimes be awkward and leave you feeling unsure of what to say. Should you bring up their diagnosis right away, or avoid the C word altogether? Is it ok to try and make the person laugh? What should I do if they start crying? Conversations […] The post Finding the Right Words: Providing Cancer Support to a Loved One appeared first on Responsive Home Care.
AAHPM (American Academy of Hospice and Palliative)
MAY 20, 2024
Dustin Dillon, MD FAAP HMDC University of California San Francisco AAHPM reached out to the 2024 Emerging Leaders to gain insight into what motivated them to pursue leadership positions and what they find more fulfilling in their experiences. Dustin Dillon, MD FAAP HMDC has been recognized as one of the exceptional individuals chosen as a 2024 AAHPM Emerging Leader in Hospice and Palliative Care.
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Elaine Mansfield
MAY 21, 2024
I wake up to the silence of deafness. It’s 6 am and cool, but there’s warm pressure against my spine. Lying on top of the blankets, Disco stretches her lean body against my back. Almost five years ago, a six week old black short-haired fostered puppy climbed on my lap and fell asleep, I trusted her choice when she chose me. She had been shipped to NY by an SPCA in FL I don’t think she had more than a few weeks with her mother, so she gravitated to my older dog, a gentle chocolate Lab Willow.
Hospice News
MAY 23, 2024
As hospice and palliative care providers move further into value-based care, data is becoming paramount to building payer and referral partner relationships. In this climate, hospices that can demonstrate their value — and their ability to financially and operationally weather changes in an evolving reimbursement landscape — will have a leg up on competitors.
Community Home Health Care
MAY 21, 2024
A Guide to Compassionate Care for Stroke Survivors With May being National Stroke Awareness Month , it’s the perfect time to raise awareness about the signs, risks, and post-stroke care. As a leading provider of homecare services, Community Home Healthcare is committed to educating our community on what they need to know about strokes and offering support for those recovering.
Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder
MAY 23, 2024
I took my seat for a daylong meeting on Tuesday this week, a little tired, up since 4:30 a.m. But with coffee in hand, I was ready to learn. I was surrounded by a variety of interdisciplinary team members in a beautiful community outside of Nashville, Tennessee. At my table, three community administrators, all chatting about their mornings and taking last-minute calls from sites before the day begins.
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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.
Daily Nurse
MAY 23, 2024
There’s a saying that people don’t leave companies; they leave bosses, and I believe that this is also often true for nurses and other healthcare workers. But it’s not only because of direct managers or supervisors that we leave jobs—it’s also due to a lack of good leadership from upper management and those in the C-suite. Leadership matters , and when it misses the mark, everyone suffers.
Hospice News
MAY 23, 2024
When Jennifer Hale thinks of age-friendly care in hospice, her mind goes first to what might seem an unusual place: man’s best friend. As the VP of Clinical Quality and Standards of hospice provider Compassus, Hale views age-friendly care as an approach to care that is “focused specifically on the needs of people as they age in their home setting,” she says.
Minority Nurse
MAY 23, 2024
When people in their 80s or 90s talk about their experiences, they may often refer to being in the autumn or winter of life. We can also think about our nursing careers in the same way. If you were to reflect on your career in terms of its various seasons, how would you describe where you’ve been, where you are, and where you’re heading? The Promise of Spring Graduating from nursing school is when your career begins formulating, with taproots making their way into the fertile soil of possibilit
Caring Senior Service
MAY 20, 2024
In 2022, Bruce Willis announced that he had been diagnosed with aphasia. His family later revealed that doctors diagnosed the actor with frontotemporal dementia. These announcements came as a shock but put a spotlight on these neurological conditions.
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