Hospice News

AUGUST 19, 2024

If enacted, the Hospice Care Accountability, Reform and Enforcement (Hospice CARE) Act could open up reimbursement pathways for high-acuity palliative services during a time when demand and costs are rising. Developed by U.S. Rep. Earl Blumenaur (D-Oregon) and announced in June at the Hospice News Elevate conference, the bill proposed massive reimbursement and regulatory changes to the Medicare Hospice Benefit.

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Caregiver Warrior

AUGUST 22, 2024

We all make mistakes! Being human gives us the chance to live and learn from the things we could do better! The post Caregivers Guide to Great Mistakes: Embrace, Learn and Grow appeared first on Caregiver Warrior.

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Daily Nurse

AUGUST 21, 2024

Grace Carr, a resident of Allentown, Pennsylvania, embarked on her nursing journey at the age of 17 with a dream she had cherished since childhood. Wrapping her dolls in bandages and tending to them as a young girl, Carr knew from an early age that her path was in nursing. Fast forward 80 years, and at 97 years old, she remains dedicated to her calling, still serving at the St.

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Minority Nurse

AUGUST 19, 2024

Summer is almost over, and with the end of one season comes the start of another—nursing school. For first-year nursing students, the first semester can seem daunting and overwhelming. New classes mean new changes, workloads, and a new beginning for an exciting career. What should first-year nursing students expect? Since nursing students are starting their experience in the field, their first year is to introduce them to nursing prerequisites and clinicals.

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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 23, 2024

Fraudulent hospices in California reportedly have been targeting homeless people and methadone patients, promising them a steady supply of opioids in exchange for enrolling in hospice. Three hospice leaders came forward to Hospice News to report these practices. According to their reports, unscrupulous providers have canvassed both homeless encampments and methadone clinics seeking to sign up patients who are not terminally ill.

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Traditions Health

AUGUST 21, 2024

Franklin, TN – Traditions Health of Purcell, 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 Purcell home health branch underwent a rigorous, unannounced onsite review.

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Responsive Home Care

AUGUST 21, 2024

When it comes to Alzheimer’s, it’s the little things that can make a big difference. Simple, thoughtful routines and reminders can transform daily life for the individual, bringing moments of calm and clarity. They help the person maintain their independence while creating a comforting rhythm that both of you can rely on. Here are some […] The post Effective Dementia Care Tips: Using Routines and Reminders appeared first on Responsive Home Care.

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Hospice News

AUGUST 23, 2024

Julia Hospice & Palliative Refuels De Novo Plans Pennsylvania-based Julia Hospice & Palliative (JHPC) has reignited plans to launch a de novo after experiencing pandemic-related setbacks. Dubbed Julia House, the facility will provide inpatient hospice and serve as an outpatient palliative care clinic. It will be the first hospice center in Erie County, Pennsylvania, the provider indicated.

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Traditions Health

AUGUST 22, 2024

Franklin, TN – Traditions Health of Seminole, 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 Seminole home health branch underwent a rigorous, unannounced onsite review.

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AJN Off the Charts

AUGUST 19, 2024

National Council of State Boards of Nursing map of Nurse Licensure Compact states. Click to expand. Have you ever been frustrated by a professional issue and wondered if new legislation could fix it? This happened to me as a nurse practitioner after moving to a new state. I was young and newly married, wanting to be closer to family. I didn’t realize how drastically different each states’ Nurse Practice Act could be in terms of advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) scope of practice.

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Living Assistance Services

AUGUST 21, 2024

Caring for an aging parent is a significant responsibility, and no two people (or families) are exactly alike. Each of our clients has.

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Hospice News

AUGUST 22, 2024

Hospice transactions are facing a new world of challenges during a time when M&A activity is projected to ramp up after recent lulls. More founders who began their organizations when the Medicare Hospice Benefit was established in the 1980s are reaching retirement. A large contingent will be seeking an exit strategy that will sustain their businesses.

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Traditions Health

AUGUST 20, 2024

Franklin, TN – Traditions Health of Holdenville, 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 Holdenville home health branch underwent a rigorous, unannounced onsite review.

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Elder Care Matters

AUGUST 23, 2024

Discover whether long-term care insurance is the right choice for you. Learn how it can protect your assets and ensure quality care as part of your estate planning strategy. Explore more with Elder Care Matters. The post Is Long-Term Care Insurance Right for You? | Elder Care Matters Estate Planning Guide appeared first on Elder Care Directory - ElderCareMatters.com.

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AUGUST 23, 2024

In a recent article published in AACN Advanced Critical Care , the collaborative efforts of L.A. County Department of Health Services (DHS) hospitals were highlighted as they worked together to develop unit-specific guidelines for staffing critically ill patients. The hospitals involved in this initiative, including Harbor UCLA, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Olive View Medical Center, and Rancho Los Amigos Medical Center, recognized the need for standardized staffing ratios when patients r

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Hospice News

AUGUST 23, 2024

New President, COO at Interim HealthCare The Florida-headquartered home-based care franchise company Interim HealthCare has tapped Rexanne Domico as its new president and chief operating officer. In her new role, Domico will oversee regional field support teams, as well as the company’s Clinical Quality, Operations Excellence and Growth & Development divisions.

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Minority Nurse

AUGUST 22, 2024

In the 21st century, several holistic approaches to medicine have become increasingly popular among clinicians and patients. One such approach continuing to gain steam is functional medicine. But what exactly is functional medicine, and what does it have to offer patients looking to dive deeper, as well as providers and clinicians who want to help their patients improve their overall health and well-being?

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Elder Care Matters

AUGUST 20, 2024

Choosing the right power of attorney is vital for managing your financial and legal affairs. Learn how to select the best agent for your elder care needs. The post How to Choose the Right Power of Attorney for Your Needs appeared first on Elder Care Directory - ElderCareMatters.com.

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Daily Nurse

AUGUST 22, 2024

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), someone in the United States has a stroke every 40 seconds, with 795,000 strokes annually. Stroke is a serious medical emergency, with the World Stroke Organization and other groups fighting a battle against this globally impactful disease. Since stroke is such a universal experience, understanding what it’s like on the patient’s end of the stethoscope is extremely valuable information for nurses.

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Hospice News

AUGUST 21, 2024

Integrating pharmacists who specialize in palliative care can improve the quality of cancer care, research has found. Palliative pharmacists bring an additional layer of knowledge and training to bear for seriously ill patients, according to an analysis published in Pharmacy Times. A number of research papers and stakeholders have advocated for the inclusion of these pharmacists in the interdisciplinary care team, including the fourth edition of the Clinical Practice Guidelines for Quality Palli

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Hospice of the North Coast

AUGUST 19, 2024

Mary opted for palliative care, finding comfort and control with Hospice’s ongoing support at home. Meet Mary (fictitious name). Mary has COPD, a chronic illness that she’s been living with for several years. Following multiple hospitalizations, Mary was referred to Hospice of the North Coast and admitted into hospice care. However, after only a few days she decided she wanted something different from hospice care.

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The Caregiving Years Training Academy

AUGUST 18, 2024

A client rarely brings me to tears. This week, a client brought me thisclose to a flowing stream of tears. I’m sure her nervousness about stepping out of her comfort created her chaos. I did what I could to lessen her nerves by immediately replying to her emails, providing clear instructions, giving her my phone number, answering her comments, meeting with her on Zoom, and connecting with her in our chat room.

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Daily Nurse

AUGUST 20, 2024

The National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health (NPWH) has announced an exciting collaboration with Springer Publishin g to introduce a new journal, the Clinical Journal for Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health (CJNPWH). Scheduled to debut in 2025, this quarterly, peer-reviewed online journal aims to drive the progress of women’s and gender-related health through cutting-edge clinical practice, health policy, and professional development insights.

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Hospice News

AUGUST 22, 2024

In a tight labor market, nurses are looking for transparent leadership and strong performance on quality when choosing an employer. Hospices that see success in the “ebb and flow” of recruitment and retention are often those that seek to gain insight into the priorities of the current and future workforce, according to Sarah DeFalco, chief human resources officer at the New Hampshire-based home health and hospice provider Granite VNA.

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Nurse Nacole

AUGUST 23, 2024

Category: Fundamentals Quinidine can cause gastrointestinal issues, namely nausea and diarrhea. At high doses, neurological side effects can occur. Heart block at the level of the sinus or AV node can also occur as can hypotension.

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The Caregiving Years Training Academy

AUGUST 18, 2024

How do we endure the endings in our caregiving experience and the ones part of our everyday life? The Olympics ended on Sunday. On Monday and Tuesday, I felt like a mess — sad, slow and somewhat hopeless. It was another ending. During our caregiving experience, we endure so much that ends. Gone are the carefree days, the spontaneous decisions to go and go anywhere, nights spent in deep sleep.

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Daily Nurse

AUGUST 19, 2024

You can’t make a TV show about a nurse without tackling the healthcare system. The system is nurses, and nurses are the system. They are one. Like tragically conjoined twins fused at a most unfortunate spot, it is impossible to separate the two without catastrophic consequences. Talking about healthcare systems issues, though, can be…a bummer, man.

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Hospice News

AUGUST 21, 2024

The Dallas-based home health and hospice provider Intrepid USA will pay $3.85 million to resolve alleged violations of the False Claims Act. The settlement addresses allegations only and no determination of liability has occurred, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. The company was accused of enrolling patients for both home health and hospice services who were not eligible.

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Nurse Nacole

AUGUST 22, 2024

Category: Fundamentals The major side effect of quinidine is ventricular proarrhythmia and sudden death. This often occurs in association with QT prolongation. In the setting of torsades, intravenous magnesium can help to reduce the effects of the quinidine.

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Today's Caregiver

AUGUST 23, 2024

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