Daily Nurse
DECEMBER 6, 2022
New survey results from the North Carolina Nurses Association (NCNA) show the North Carolina nurse population is increasingly facing severe challenges on multiple fronts, with little reason for optimism in the short term. The pre-pandemic shortage of nurses willing to work at the bedside is worsening, workplace violence incidents continue to rise at an alarming […].
GeriPal
DECEMBER 8, 2022
Summary Transcript Summary. Eric and I weren’t sure what to call this podcast – storytelling and medicine? Narrative medicine? We discussed it with today’s guests Heather Coats, palliative care NP-scientist, and Thor Ringler, poet. It wasn’t until the end that the best term emerged – storycatching. Because that really is what this is about.
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Life & Death Matters
DECEMBER 5, 2022
Guest Blog developed in collaboration with Jessica Knox, A Balanced Body. “If my body can learn dysregulated ways of coping, it could also learn healthy routes to recovery.” Dr. Nicole LePera December is here. We are at the end of another difficult year where healthcare providers and communities wrestled with the ongoing pandemic issues and […].
Hospice News
DECEMBER 8, 2022
George Mark Children’s House (GMCH) recently unveiled a pilot training program that aims to grow the pediatric palliative care nursing workforce, in partnership with The California State University (CSU) Shiley Haynes Institute for Palliative Care. The Hearst Foundation partly financed the program with a $150,000 grant. Establishing the GMCH Pediatric Palliative Care Nursing Education, Training, and Employment Initiative marks a step towards improving access to palliative care for children and f
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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.
Aging Life Care Association
DECEMBER 5, 2022
As our senior loved ones age, we may start seeing physical and mental signs of decline. While some signs are not worrisome, others may be more concerning: anxiety, depression, forgetfulness, and mishandling money. These could indicate more serious issues and are risky behaviors. So here are four things you can do to help your aging … Continue reading Helping Your Aging Loved One Manage Their Finances → The post Helping Your Aging Loved One Manage Their Finances appeared first on Agin
Evidence-Based Nursing - BMJ blogs
DECEMBER 4, 2022
“Children and young people who grow up in care are up to four times more likely to suffer poor health 30 years later than those who grew up with their parents” (1). In 2020/21 there were 80,850 children who were looked after, and 28,440 entered care in that same year (2 ). Children enter the care of the local authority for several reasons, but a constant is that a child experiences trauma due to being separated from their birth family and/or negative experiences.
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Hospice News
DECEMBER 9, 2022
The hospice component of the value-based insurance design (VBID) model will begin its third year on Jan. 1, 2023, meaning that some of the program’s rules will change. Often called the MA hospice carve-in , the voluntary demonstration is designed to assess payer and provider performance related to hospice within Medicare Advantage (MA). The U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has indicated that hospices should ensure that their billing staff is familiar with the 2023 modifica
Home Care Pulse
DECEMBER 6, 2022
Ep.7: How to Navigate Social Media Marketing in Home-Based Care Nick Bonitatibus, Owner and Founder of the Digital Champions, discusses the unique challenges of using social media as a marketing tool in home-based care, and common mistakes agency owners are making with their digital presence. View Episode Transcript × Episode Transcript. Amanda Sternklar ( 00:10 ): Hello.
Today's Caregiver
DECEMBER 6, 2022
As the height of the holiday season rapidly approaches, I start to think about one of my all-time favorite holiday movies “It’s a Wonderful Life.” ”The films protagonist George, played to perfection by Jimmy Stewart, is disheartened about how his.
Daily Nurse
DECEMBER 9, 2022
As the need for nursing care continues to grow, the Ohio Board of Nursing and the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) are expanding nursing career opportunities in the state with the option for a multistate license (MSL). An MSL allows Ohio nurses to practice in the current 37 NLC states and opens up job opportunities in […].
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Hospice News
DECEMBER 9, 2022
New research is carving out the case for palliative care investment as more hospices dive into this growing market. A recently published study from Scientific Reports found that cancer patients who received palliative care services required 38% fewer emergency department visits and saw 56% fewer hospital admissions than those who did not. Additionally, the palliative care patients spent 71% fewer total days in the hospital prior to death.
Minority Nurse
DECEMBER 6, 2022
For the last two years, hospitals have been reliant on travel nurses, with the demand for travel nurses skyrocketing. However, turnover has recently begun to increase, and hospitals and health systems are facing a turning point in addressing the staffing shortage crisis. Minority Nurse chatted with Beth Brooks , Ph.D., RN, and Clinical Advisor of Vivian Health, about how travel nursing is changing the nursing workforce and what hospitals can do to reconfigure the work environment to optimize the
Today's Caregiver
DECEMBER 5, 2022
Scams that target older people occur every day, but you can count on scammers to ramp up their efforts to prey on people’s generosity during the holiday season. These grinches, armed with their dirty tricks, may even weave the holidays.
Daily Nurse
DECEMBER 7, 2022
When a passenger got sick mid-flight, Atrium Health Lincoln nurse Kassondra Josey jumped in to help save his life. In a less-than-ideal location, Josey relied on her training and rendered aid until the plane could make an emergency landing, and that’s why Josey is our Nurse of the Week. On a flight back from Las […].
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Hospice News
DECEMBER 6, 2022
As Amedisys Inc. (Nasdaq: AMED) Chairman Paul Kusserow rejoins the C-suite as CEO, his list of priorities includes increasing clinician retention rates, leveraging innovation arm Contessa and returning to some degree of earnings predictability. Kusserow – who holds a reputation as a successful turnaround executive – held the Amedisys CEO role from 2014 until early 2022.
Caring Senior Service
DECEMBER 5, 2022
Do you know one of the easiest ways to help prevent illness? Washing your hands! This seemingly simple task can help you rid your hands of germs and keep yourself and your loved one from getting sick. Here are some compelling reasons why you should wash your hands and guidelines for proper hand hygiene.
Minority Nurse
DECEMBER 8, 2022
There’s no doubt about it, nurses — it’s the holidays, and many of us feel pressure in our personal and professional lives. So how do the holidays impact you, your mental and emotional health, spiritual well-being, and professional responsibilities as a nurse? Working During the Holidays. Many of you employed by hospitals, home health agencies, hospices, and other organizations are likely working during the holidays, perhaps even on your favorite special day.
Daily Nurse
DECEMBER 5, 2022
The Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) and Kaiser Permanente Southern California are partnering to bring the association’s fast-growing Emergency Nurse Residency Program to 15 of the health system’s emergency departments. Introduced in April, ENRP offers a dynamic new approach for ED leaders looking to develop the critical-thinking, problem-solving, and communications skills of a new graduate nurse […].
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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
DECEMBER 8, 2022
Home-based care, including hospice, is an increasingly attractive space for health systems and hospitals — a trend that accelerated during the pandemic. Health systems are bringing care to the home by a number of routes. Some have launched their own completely new programs or re-organized an existing suite of services, whereas others have pursued acquisitions or joint ventures.
AJN Off the Charts
DECEMBER 8, 2022
In March 2020, Mount Sinai Queens, like many other hospitals, was overrun with patients with COVID-19. Despite layers of PPE, plus anxiety, exhaustion, and communication overload, the will to not only survive but thrive sustained the breath behind every mask. Heroes of all types were saving and soothing lives, and still are. Outside the big front door of our hospital is a bustling ED ramp.
Responsive Home Care
DECEMBER 8, 2022
Does waiting in line at the grocery store make you want to pull your hair out? Do you get antsy when the doctor is running behind for your appointment? Some people just appear to project a natural sense of patience, no matter what the circumstances. Wouldn’t you like to know their secret, particularly when it […]. The post Tips for Increasing Caregiving Patience: It Takes Practice!
NHPCO
DECEMBER 7, 2022
For Immediate Release. December 07, 2022 . (Alexandria, VA) – The Hospice Action Network (HAN), the advocacy affiliate group of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO), is pleased to announce its 2022 Hospice Action Network Angel Award Honorees. This award was created to recognize select members of Congress for their efforts to amplify the voices of patients, families, providers, and those advocating for the vital mission of hospice and palliative care in supporting
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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.
Hospice News
DECEMBER 9, 2022
Hosparus Health has cut the ribbon on a $1.7 million Community Center in Campbellsville, Kentucky, expanding its clinical service area and the range of services available to that community. Hosparus Health funded the project in part through its $500,000 People of Compassion comprehensive fundraising campaign. This extends the nonprofit hospice and palliative care provider’s Green River location, which cares for patients in five Kentucky counties.
Nurse.com
DECEMBER 6, 2022
While the holiday season can be a meaningful opportunity to spend time with family and recharge your batteries, healthcare is one of the few industries exempt from downtime or a more relaxed pace during the winter months. In fact, as many nurses attest, holiday nursing stress can be extremely challenging. . By nature, nurses serve patients because of an internal desire to help the sick and vulnerable members of society.
AJN Off the Charts
DECEMBER 5, 2022
The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved the sale of over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids for people with mild to moderate hearing loss (not severe hearing loss), beginning Oct. 17, 2022. What should nurses know about these devices? Margaret Wallhagen. Hearing loss is one of the most common chronic conditions, becomes increasingly prevalent across the life span, and is far from benign.
Elaine Mansfield
DECEMBER 6, 2022
Italian sun glowed through stained glass windows in the upper Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi , but we headed for the crypt beneath the cathedral. The Poverty and Simplicity of Saint Francis had been covered by grandeur and gold within a few years of his death nearly a thousand years ago, but I hoped for a whiff of the saint’s holiness. Francis taught a gentle loving side of spirituality.
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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.
Hospice News
DECEMBER 5, 2022
Louisiana-based CommCare Corporation recently acquired Notre Dame Hospice and Notre Dame Home Health for an undisclosed sum. The Notre Dame Health System was affialated with the Catholic Archdiocese of New Orleans. The archdiocese in August announced an agreement to exit from all affiliated senior care businesses, including the health system. CommCare’s purchase of Notre Dame’s home health and hospice operations marks the transaction of this divestiture Its nursing home services are next in line
Nurse.com
DECEMBER 8, 2022
The Nurse Licensure Compact ( NLC ) is legislation that allows nurses to have one license to practice in multiple states, which seems like it would be more than helpful in states and regions experiencing a nursing shortage due to the COVID-19 pandemic and other factors. Yet, not all 50 states belong to the NLC. Let’s explore the benefits and what some perceive as drawbacks to the compact.
Living Assistance Services
DECEMBER 7, 2022
Each life has a beginning and an end, but discussing a loved one’s final plans can be a difficult and emotionally daunting conversation.
Home Sweet Home In-Home Care
DECEMBER 5, 2022
These New Year’s resolutions for Alzheimer’s caregivers can help you gain new perspective and start your year off fresh. People around you may be resolving to lose 10 pounds, exercise more, and eat healthier, but as a caregiver for someone with dementia, perhaps just getting through the day is challenging enough. The idea of aiming to improve upon any area of your life during this unsettling time can be overwhelming.
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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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