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Healthcare Executive Completes Third Post University Degree, Makes Plans for Doctorate

Post University

Kay finished her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree using the SIMPath modality in September 2021. A New Job and Another Educational Pursuit After a three-month break, Kay continued her education and started the Master of Science in Nursing/Master of Business Administration – Healthcare.

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It Took a Village: New Mother and Psychiatric Nurse Earns MSN Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Post University

From LPN to ADN to BSN In 2011, Mercy finished her associate degree in nursing, which allowed her to transition into a nursing role at her two jobs (the nursing home and home healthcare provider). Mercy then joined Middlesex Healthcare Services, another home healthcare provider, as an RN administrator.

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Handling Patient Complaints in Home Healthcare

Celayix

Patient complaints are a common issue in the home healthcare industry. As healthcare providers, it’s important to take these complaints seriously and handle them effectively to maintain a positive relationship with patients and their families. One of the most common issues is late or missed home visits.

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Healthcare Staffing and 1099 Misclassification: Lawsuit Roundup

IntelyCare

In 2021, it launched a specific initiative to address employee misclassification in residential care, nursing facilities, home health services, and other providers in the post-acute care industry. This is coming much more into focus as the DOL steps up its enforcement efforts.

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Nurse Practitioners Are Primed to Help Bridge Physician Shortage

Nurse.com

In August 2021, Delaware Governor John Carney signed legislation that grants the state’s nurse practitioners full practice authority (FPA) , making Delaware the 24th state to adopt FPA legislation — and not a moment too soon. “This is a major milestone in health care for Kansas and for our nation,” said Kapu in a news release.

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Eight Places an Occupational Therapist Can Work

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Occupational therapists work in a variety of settings, including: 3 Hospitals Clinics Government agencies Nursing homes Rehabilitation centers Mental health facilities Home healthcare Schools The U.S. In 2021, the median annual salary for occupational therapists across the nation was $85,570—or $41.14 In 2021, the U.S.

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Nursing Trends You'll See In 2022

Diversity Nursing

Increase In At-Home Healthcare. The COVID-19 pandemic created a demand for at-home healthcare that continues to grow. According to Forbes , the Home Care Providers industry is among the fastest growing healthcare industries in the United States. At-home healthcare has many benefits.