Hospice News
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Today’s hospice leaders need to take a wide view into the range of challenges facing their interdisciplinary care teams, according to Dr. Andrew Mayo, chief medical officer at St. Croix Hospice. Mayo joined St. Croix Hospice in 2014 as an associate medical director. The Minnesota-headquartered hospice provider is a portfolio company of the private equity firm H.I.G.
Diversity Nursing
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
The role of a Nurse is one of dedication and service, and for some, that calling extends to military service. Nurses in the military not only provide critical care to service members but also to civilians in crisis situations around the world. Serving as a Nurse in the military offers unique opportunities, excellent benefits, and a chance to be part of something greater than oneself.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
AJN Off the Charts
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
Pertussis, or whooping cough, remains one of the leading causes of vaccine-preventable deaths worldwide, with most deaths occurring in young babies who are either unvaccinated or incompletely vaccinated. During the COVID-19 pandemic, many of the infection prevention and control measures such as masking, social distancing, and remote learning for children resulted in decreases in reported cases of pertussis.
Aging Life Care Association
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
Aging Life Care Professionals™ Help You Avoid the Pitfalls of Caregiving by Jullie Gray, MSW, LICSW, CMC — Aging Life Care Association™ Member and Fellow of the Leadership Academy Caregiving for an aging loved one can be both rewarding and challenging. Unpaid family members who provide substantial caregiving support by managing medical appointments, medications, and daily … Continue reading Supporting Family Caregivers → The post Supporting Family Caregivers appeared first on Aging L
Advertiser: Celo
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.
HopeHealth
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Palliative care is one of medicine’s fastest-growing specialties, which means it will soon be available in more settings. Here’s a guide. The post Hospital, clinic, home: Understanding the settings of palliative care appeared first on HopeHealth.
Hospice News
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
Research has uncovered common threads of quality impacts among the largest hospices nationwide as providers employ a range of initiatives to uproot the underlying causes of staff and family caregiver dissatisfaction. Strong communication, streamlined operational processes and an encouraging organizational culture are three significant drivers of positive end-of-life experiences for families and staff alike, according to Diana Franchitto, president and CEO of HopeHealth.
Home Care & Hospice Network brings together the best content for professionals in the home care and hospice care industries from the widest variety of thought leaders.
Daily Nurse
NOVEMBER 10, 2024
As of February 2024, 88% of nurse practitioners are certified in primary care, and 70.3% deliver primary care every day. A substantial number of nurse and family nurse practitioners fall within this category. Family nurse practitioners have a significant role in the delivery of healthcare. They positively impact their patients and patient outcomes and also meet the needs of those living in rural communities.
Pallimed
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
by Christian Sinclair (@ ctsinclair.bsky.social ) Are we back? Maybe, eh, I don’t know. But I do know I'm back long enough to tell you the great site I told you about in February 2009. You know, Twitter…well.sad to say but it is no longer a good site for multiple reasons. I even deleted my personal account. Yeah it was that bad. I share this with you to say, if *I* deleted Twitter and I am OK, you can too.
Hospice News
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
Eden Health of Northern Nevada, dba Eden Hospice, has acquired A Plus Hospice Care in its home state. Financial terms were undisclosed. Through the transaction, A Plus Hospice Care patients will have access to Eden Health’s additional services, including home health, home care and palliative care. The M&A advisory firm Agenda Health consulted on the deal.
Evidence-Based Nursing - BMJ blogs
NOVEMBER 10, 2024
Dr. Rosemary Godbold, Dr. Lisa Whiting, Honey-Anne Greco, Dr. Anthony Herbland R.Godbold@herts.ac.uk This week’s blog comes from a group from Hertfordshire who have been working to develop a greater understanding of the efficacy of online safeguarding training. Safeguarding training has always underpinned health and social care practices and has been mandatory for those working with at risk people in all health, care, and education environments 1.
Speaker: Jack Clough, Chief Growth Officer
Download our 30-minute webinar where we delve into real-life examples of HIPAA violations and preventative measures every organization should know! You will learn: The critical factors that lead to HIPAA violations and how to identify them. Three compelling real-life cases of organizations that faced severe HIPAA penalties. Proven strategies to safeguard YOUR organization against HIPAA violations.
Adobe Hospice & Home Health
NOVEMBER 10, 2024
United in Compassion: Enhancing Care for Those Facing a Terminal Condition During National Hospice & Palliative Care Month, we recognize the vital partnership between medical providers and hospice care teams. Together, we form a seamless bond, ensuring that patients facing terminal conditions receive the most compassionate, personalized, and effective care possible.
Healthy Workforce Institute
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
As healthcare professionals, we understand the value of caring for others, but we often overlook the power of kindness and gratitude in the workplace for transforming our work environment. National Gratitude Month and World Kindness Day are timely reminders to reflect on how kindness and gratitude in the workplace not only impact our teams but also enhance patient care.
Hospice News
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
Texas-based New Day Healthcare LLC on Monday announced its acquisition of Intrepid USA’s hospice operations in Missouri and in its home state. The transaction expands the home-based service provider’s existing presence in those markets. The deal includes Intrepid’s hospice assets in Joplin and Springfield, Missouri, as well as its locations in Beaumont, Texas.
AT Home Care & Hospice
NOVEMBER 9, 2024
A Seamless Partnership for Patient-Centered Home Care: Bridging Expertise for Optimal Outcomes As we celebrate National Home Care Month, we extend our gratitude to our referring providers for their continued trust and collaboration. Together, we are transforming the patient experience, creating a seamless transition from medical facilities to home health care.
Advertisement
Want to learn how to retain your caregivers & improve caregiver retention X3? The home care industry is experiencing turnover rates of over 80%. How are you ensuring your agency is retaining caregivers? This FREE eBook from Smartcare Software is packed with industry secrets needed to keep your caregivers happy, engaged, and retained, unlocking the full potential of your agency.
Responsive Home Care
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
You have just settled Mom into bed after a lengthy day. You’re spent—physically and emotionally—and there is still a list of tasks waiting for your attention. Maybe it was the struggle with getting her to take her medication today, or perhaps the call from a relative who offered well-meaning but unrealistic advice that caused that […] The post Caregiver Stress Relief Strategies to Build Emotional Resilience appeared first on Responsive Home Care.
Today's Caregiver
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
I was a family caregiver for ten years to the most wonderful mother ever. She was beautiful, witty, and extremely articulate.
Hospice News
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
The U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued a memo to accreditation bodies and state agencies advising surveyors to watch out for potential hospice fraud. The memo directs surveyors to refer issues to CMS if they suspect fraudulent activity. These actions were spurred by a rash of fraudulent hospices that have emerged primarily in California, Texas, Nevada and Arizona.
AT Home Care & Hospice
NOVEMBER 10, 2024
United in Compassion: Enhancing Care for Those Facing a Terminal Condition During National Hospice & Palliative Care Month, we recognize the vital partnership between medical providers and hospice care teams. Together, we form a seamless bond, ensuring that patients facing terminal conditions receive the most compassionate, personalized, and effective care possible.
Advertisement
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
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
A greater role for technology, especially artificial intelligence, and more states introducing legislation to allow NPs to practice at the top of their license are among the trends NPs will see in 2025. So forecasted Stephen A. Ferrara, DNP, FNP, president of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), in an interview. “I firmly believe that technology is going to play an increasingly important role in the way that we provide care, particularly through the use of artificial int
Living Assistance Services
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Homecare is something that many families rely on each and every week, particularly if their aging loved ones have physical and/or.
Hospice News
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Quality, compliance and financial stability are top of mind in hospice merger and acquisitions (M&A) as this year comes to an end. Stakeholders are projecting a more frothy market in 2025, though regulatory concerns could sway buying decisions. Growing demand is among the constants driving investor interest in the hospice space, according to Tom Lillis, partner at the Kentucky-based firm Stoneridge Partners Strategic Consulting.
Bayshore Care Home
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
At Bayshore Home Care, we’re honored to support many incredible veterans who have served our country with courage and dedication. As a provider of home care services in Pinellas, Pasco, The post A Veterans Day Tribute from Bayshore Home Care first appeared on Bayshore Home Care.
Advertisement
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.
Daily Nurse
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
There is a significant demand for nurse practitioners, including women’s health nurse practitioners , to meet the population’s healthcare needs. Women’s health NPs see an average of 19 patients per day and care for a variety of patients, including those needing wellness exams, prenatal or postnatal care, and other acute and chronic problems.
Minority Nurse
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
According to Mental Health America, major depression is one of the most prevalent mental health conditions in the U.S., impacting over 8% of adults—equivalent to 22.5 million people. Meanwhile, the same 2022 study found that 19.5% of youth ages 12 to 17 suffer from major depression, equivalent to 4.8 million people.* Depression has far-reaching consequences on healthcare, contributing to issues such as the country’s maternal mortality rate.
Hospice News
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
As it considers potential acquisitions, VITAS Healthcare is focused on large assets in certificate of need (CON) states. VITAS is a subsidiary of Chemed Corp. (NYSE: CHE). The company this year made its return to the M&A market after a hiatus of several years. In April, VITAS acquired Covenant Health and Community Services’ hospice operations as well as one assisted living facility in an $85 million deal.
Elder Care Matters
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Understand Medicaid eligibility for seniors, including income limits, asset rules, and strategies to qualify while protecting savings. The post Medicaid Eligibility for Seniors: Key Requirements and Tips for Qualifying appeared first on Elder Care Directory - ElderCareMatters.com.
Advertisement
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.
Daily Nurse
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
In today’s fast-paced healthcare environment, nurses require effective tools to enhance connections between patients and providers. Ensuring accurate medication administration and that every voice is heard can improve patient outcomes. With this in mind, we highlight five essential tools: Patient Communication Boards, Red Medical Warning Dog Tags, Electronic Health Records (EHR), Medication Reconciliation Forms, and Interpreter Services.
Minority Nurse
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
When new nurse practitioners graduate from school, they’re ready to hit the ground running and find jobs in their respective areas of specialization. It’s an exciting time when an NP can finally strut their stuff and work as the medical providers they’ve trained to become. We find NPs in acute care, family practice, cardiology , neurology, and all clinical settings.
Hospice News
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
Without family caregivers, many patients would not be able to receive hospice, palliative or other forms of home-based care. This is the challenge that faces many families of cancer patients, who may be unsure of what to do after their loved one receives a diagnosis. For this reason, the National Partnership for Healthcare and Hospice Innovation (NPHI) has developed a guide for those patients and families, in partnership with the American Cancer Society.
Together for Short Lives
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Yesterday, we campaigned at Westminster with the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Children Who Need Palliative Care for the UK Government to maintain the £25 million Children’s Hospice Grant in England. This morning, Secretary of State for Health and Social Care Wes Streeting told BBC Radio 4: “We’ll make an announcement on the hospice grant before […] The post Children’s Hospice Grant confirmation welcome, but clarity now needed on the amount and how it will be distributed appeared first
Advertisement
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.
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
264 
Let's personalize your content