Sustainable Caregiving
DECEMBER 31, 2022
When we experience a significant life change, our support network often changes. Therefore, it isn’t surprising that we will want to rethink and recreate our support system when we step or fall headfirst into a caregiving role. When we think of a support system, we often think of people. While people can be an essential … Construct Your Caregiver Support System Read More ».
Hospice News
JANUARY 2, 2023
The number of hospice volunteers plunged during the first two years of the pandemic, and many are still working to rebuild their ranks. Many hospices saw volunteer volumes dip drastically as they suspended activities during the pandemic. Roughly 78% of hospice and palliative care providers around the globe indicated “less or much less” use of volunteers since the pandemic’s onset, according to a 2022 study in the International Journal of Health Policy and Management.
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Daily Nurse
JANUARY 3, 2023
Medicine and technology have continuously operated hand-in-glove, and never has that been more true than today — and this is all the more reason for nurses to prioritize tech literacy if they want to be the best nurse they can be. Nursing is the ultimate caring profession, but nursing is also a science. Making it […].
Solace
JANUARY 6, 2023
Every year, January brings a flurry of new laws as states around the country add or update legislation on everything from new state holidays to jaywalking. In 2023, some new laws will impact those at the end of life or the people caring for, or grieving, them. Here’s a curated list of those laws we think are most impactful to both groups. Bereavement leave and caregiving.
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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.
Sustainable Caregiving
DECEMBER 31, 2022
When we experience a significant life change, our support network often changes. Therefore, it isn’t surprising that we will want to rethink and recreate our support system when we step or fall headfirst into a caregiving role. When we think of a support system, we often think of people. While people can be an essential … Empowered Caregiver Support System Read More ».
Hospice News
JANUARY 3, 2023
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) has vetoed legislation that would have effectively banned new, for-profit hospices in the state. The New York State Assembly passed the bill in June and submitted it to the governor’s office in mid-December. It would have prohibited the establishment of for-profit hospices in New York state and forbid current for-profit operators from increasing capacity. .
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Minority Nurse
JANUARY 3, 2023
We’ve seen the statistics showing that nurses and future nurses need mental well-being more than ever. With healthcare staffing shortages all over the country, healthcare facilities and consumers cannot afford to lose more nurses. At the root of it is that nursing is an incredibly stressful profession, with 63% of nurses reporting significant workplace stress, 70% saying they put the safety and well-being of the patient above their own, and 31% reporting a workload assignment higher than which t
Elder Care Matters
JANUARY 5, 2023
Even if your loved one left a last will and testament behind, there may be instances in which it can be challenged. For instance, if your father had dementia and added his second wife’s name to a bank account intended for the family, or your mother changed her will to omit you in favor of… The post Reasons to Contest a Will appeared first on Elder Care Directory - ElderCareMatters.com.
Hospice News
JANUARY 2, 2023
Wisconsin-based Agrace Hospice & Supportive care is raising employee compensation and expanding their benefits. The three-pronged initiative includes a higher minimum hourly wage, year-end gratitude bonuses for all employees and lower health insurance premiums for lower-wage earners. The workforce investment is aimed at long-term retention, according to Agrace CEO Lynne Sexten.
Daily Nurse
JANUARY 4, 2023
Tessa Migliano, a Milwaukee-area nurse, and her son, Lukas, saved a man’s life when he collapsed on the pickleball court. They were in the right place at just the right time, and for playing the role of lifesaver, Migliano is our Nurse of the Week. Migliano wanted to get in one more pickleball game with […].
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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.
Today's Caregiver
JANUARY 3, 2023
Play is serious work. We work hard to make sure our kids have the right play toys to help them learn skills that match their age and abilities. These include hand-eye coordination games such as the one that buzzes when you take out the funny bone.
Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder
JANUARY 5, 2023
What is your mindset, your attitude, your approach for the new year? Note I didn’t ask about your goal or your resolution. We all know that they are often broken by month’s end. As with many of my blogs, here I gain inspiration from my family, and in this case a story from another parent about my 8-year-old daughter, Emmy. Her newest inspiration, likely rooted in wanting to spend more time with big sis Kathryn, is to be the world’s best ball girl for the high school basketball team, which Dad co
Hospice News
JANUARY 5, 2023
Though buyers remain hungry for hospice acquisitions, smaller deals will likely be the most prevalent during 2023. Acquisition patterns established in 2021 and 2022 are shaping the M&A outlook for the current year. The number of hospice and home health deals fell by nearly a third last year, though a few “megadeals” have driven up transaction values.
Daily Nurse
JANUARY 5, 2023
The American Nurses Association (ANA) welcomes its newest president, Jennifer Mensik Kennedy, Ph.D., MBA, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN. She brings more than 25 years of nursing experience to the ANA presidency. She has devoted more than a decade of service to ANA, providing leadership in high-profile positions such as ANA Committee Treasurer and service on ANA’s Board […].
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Diversity Nursing
JANUARY 5, 2023
Thinking about changing careers? At any stage in life, N ursing is a great choice because Nurses are always in demand. It's a challenging, but rewarding field and previous education can help you become a Nurse faster. "I'm a second career Nurse. What's wonderful about Nursing, is that it's very accessible after you've already been to school or college for another type of degree," Telemetry Nurse, Victoria told Johnson and Johnson.
Home Care Pulse
JANUARY 1, 2023
HCP WEBINAR. Getting the Most Out of the 2023 HCP Benchmarking Report Survey (Q&A) Tuesday, January 24 th, 2023. Tuesday, January 24 th, 2023. Tuesday, January 24 th, 2023. 2:00pm EST | 60 min. 2:00pm EST | 60 min. 2:00pm EST | 60 min. Every year, HCP collects data from providers across the country by conducting one of the largest surveys in the industry—and this year’s Report will be even bigger, covering home care, home health, and hospice.
Hospice News
JANUARY 6, 2023
Hospice leaders can benefit and improve by staying engaged with bedside care. This is one of the most important lessons that Empath Health CEO Rafael Sciullo has learned during his 40-year career in health care. This week Sciullo will retire, with Empath President Jonathan Fleece standing ready to take the helm. Fleece is the former CEO of Stratum Health, which merged with Empath in 2020. .
Daily Nurse
JANUARY 2, 2023
Writing a nursing resume is a challenging process for most. Lack of guidance prevents nurses from investing the time to develop a well-written resume, so it’s essential to know how to write a quality resume so that you can apply to any job with confidently. Depending on the type of nursing position you’re applying for, […].
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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.
Responsive Home Care
JANUARY 3, 2023
Following the holiday feasts, many people choose to reduce their calorie intake. But when a senior loved one refuses to eat altogether or is making unbalanced or unhealthy dietary choices, it is important to look for the cause associated with this behavior and to recognize how to encourage them to get on track with healthier […]. The post What to Do When a Senior Does Not Want to Eat appeared first on Responsive Home Care.
Nurse.com
JANUARY 3, 2023
Nurses work every day to ensure patients get the care they need — and the comfort and compassion they deserve. The complex nature of nursing continues to be physically and emotionally draining, yet nurses carry on providing quality patient care and moving the profession forward, which reinforces the importance of nurse appreciation. “Nurses need to be emotionally, psychologically, and morally refueled regularly to enable them to resist burnout and its many negative impacts such as moral distress
Hospice News
JANUARY 4, 2023
The Elizabeth Hospice recently purchased a medical office building complex in its home state of California for a price tag of $8.1 million. As 2022 came to a close, the nonprofit hospice provider took ownership of the 26,945-square-foot property in Escondido, California. The decision to purchase the building was several years in the making and involved multifaceted considerations, according to Sarah McSpadden, president and CEO of The Elizabeth Hospice.
Elaine Mansfield
JANUARY 3, 2023
April 18, 2009. Dearest Elaine, …Ross (86, Marion’s husband) and I (80) laugh many times with our faulty hearing…. Tears and laughter are now two sides of one feeling. I love every workshop, but I’m finding my energy not up to it—not quite. I say my prayers and my love and blessings go to you, dear Elaine, Marion Woodman . Photo after Vic’s diagnosis on the Sophia altar at a BodySoul Rhythms workshop.
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Home Sweet Home In-Home Care
JANUARY 4, 2023
Understanding the causes when a senior refuses to eat can help family caregivers get to the bottom of the issue. After the indulgence of the holiday season, many of us decide to minimize calorie consumption. But when a senior refuses to eat altogether, or is making unbalanced or unhealthy dietary choices, it’s important to determine the reason associated with this behavior, and to know how to encourage them to get on track with healthier eating.
Nurse Keith's Digital Doorway
JANUARY 2, 2023
When the New Year begins in earnest, many of us nurses start to consider what we'd like to accomplish in our personal lives and nursing careers. We can run around like chickens afraid that the sky is falling all around us, or we can set our intentions and plan for an inspired year. Hindsight Can Serve You Hindsight is sometimes said to be 20/20, and I believe that this is actually a very good thing.
Hospice News
JANUARY 5, 2023
A significant number of health care providers may not understand federal rules for billing advance care planning, contributing to an estimated $42.3 million in improper payments in 2019. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Inspector General (OIG) recently reported the results of its audit of advance care planning (ACP) billing practices among Medicare-certified physicians and other health care providers.
Palliverse
JANUARY 5, 2023
Photo by Tyler Nix on Unsplash. “Where is your pain?”. He grimaced as he pointed towards the left side of his neck. “How would you score it out of 10, with zero being no pain and 10 the worst you’ve ever felt?”. Jaw clenched tightly he opened his gritted teeth to tell me, “7 out of 10.”. It looked more like 17. The pillow seemed to swallow up his head.
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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.
Minority Nurse
JANUARY 4, 2023
No matter where you are in your career path, retirement planning is something you need to think about. From young nurses just starting out to nurses who will retire in the next year, retirement planning is a big issue. Preparing for an unknown future isn’t always the easiest task, so sometimes retirement planning gets pushed aside so nurses can deal with the here and now of student loans, mortgage or rent payments, transportation costs, and rising daily expenses.
American In-Home Care
JANUARY 6, 2023
The news has been flooded this season with the devastating effects of RSV, or respiratory syncytial virus, on babies and toddlers. Hospitals have been stretched beyond capacity and scrambling to find the resources to care for these young patients, who typically recover quickly from this common virus. And though it’s not as widely discussed, the risk of severe illness from RSV is quite high in older adults as well.
Hospice News
JANUARY 3, 2023
Hospices can assist terminally ill patients and their families who have questions about “green” burial options by connecting them with services like death doulas or by educating staff on those practices. Interest in natural or green funeral and burial options has been growing year-over-year, according to the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA).
Palliverse
JANUARY 3, 2023
Photo by Priscilla Du Preez on Unsplash. Do you understand what is going on with your gut? Yes, the cancer has caused a blockage. That’s right, anything that you swallow will probably come back up again. It’s a mechanical obstruction and our medications won’t be able to keep it unblocked. There’s no other treatments? We could try steroids to see if it could lessen the cancer swelling, to see if it would loosen up the blockage.
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