University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

MAY 13, 2025

Neurodiversity Affirming Care: What Does it Mean for Therapy? Neurodiversity-affirming care is a practice founded on accepting each persons differences and celebrating our individual strengths. 4 Self-advocacy. 7 This shift in therapy improves mental health by fostering self-acceptance in neurodivergent individuals.

Mental Health

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

MARCH 7, 2025

Autism is a spectrum disorder that is characterized by challenges in social skills, speech, nonverbal communication and repetitive behaviors. Its ideal for behavior management and improved communication. 4 Speech and Language Therapy Speech and language therapy builds verbal, non-verbal and social communication.

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University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

In 2024, Research and Markets forecasted that the online education market will reach $788.05 2 Studying from home or engaging in a blended learning model can give you more time to focus on self-care. Develop Self-Motivation and Self-Discipline Next up on our list of benefits of online learning is self-development.

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Every Nurse

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

CLINICAL PRACTICE A Day in the Life of an OB Nurse: Navigating Miracles and Challenges By EveryNurse Staff Writers | Updated on November 12, 2024 Medically reviewed by Joanna Whitfield, MSN, RN Our Promise We are dedicated to providing high-quality, trustworthy content. Administering an epidural requires careful preparation and monitoring.

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American Nurse

JUNE 16, 2025

Nurse leaders are motivators, role models, and influencers who have the ability to encourage and inspire others ( Leadership in Nursing: Qualities & Why it Matters, 2024 ). In acute and chronic care settings, nurse leaders may be managers or supervisors who maintain budgets and safe staffing numbers. 2024, February 2).

Clinical Nurse Specialist

Health Leaders | Nursing

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Here are some ways nurses can take care of themselves, says this nurse educator. Nurses have a stressful job, between caring for patients, communicating with families, and being on their feet for several hours at a time. Self-care can enhance mental and physical health, ultimately leading to improved patient care.

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Minority Nurse

APRIL 23, 2025

There are ways that you can cope with these attacks when they arise at work, including how to respond when you’re the one feeling insulted and how to take care of yourself after the incident happens. In March 2024, around 30% of the nursing population belonged to a minority population , including Black, Asian, and Hispanic communities.

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University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

DECEMBER 9, 2024

As a result, the brains varied methods of processing information become a part of self-identity. Neurodiversity has expanded to incorporate a wider group, including those who self-identify as neurodiverse. Typically, those with autism experience differences in thinking, movement, sensory processing, socialization and communication.

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University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

APRIL 16, 2025

A public health nurse is critical in improving population health outcomes by educating communities and delivering care. In this leadership position , registered nurses make positive changes through policy reform and community building. News & World Reports list of Best Health Care Jobs.

Job Outlook

Amercan Journal of Nursing

JULY 14, 2025

Photo: Shutterstock Reducing the impact of antimicrobial therapy is a part of fundamental practice for health care providers, pharmacists, microbiologists, and public health professionals. However, the number of nurses practicing across every health care setting makes us critical and active partners.

Promotion

American Nurse

JULY 9, 2025

The landscape surrounding nursing education in the acute care setting continues to evolve, in part to accommodate the influx of Generation Z (Gen Z) nurses born between 1997 and 2012. However, few studies focus on the outcomes of learner competence in acute care settings. Reed points out the need for more empirical studies.

Professional Development

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Although occupational therapists (OTs) typically work with people with chronic physical and cognitive conditions, they also play a key role in acute care. 1 We outline the role of occupational therapy in acute care and how OTs in hospitals can contribute to better patient care and outcomes.

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University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

JANUARY 15, 2025

Independent Contractor One popular option for self-employed OTs is to work as an independent contractor for one or more agencies, schools or healthcare organizations. Morgan Kurtz, Pros and Cons of Independent Contracting as an Occupational Therapist, Core Medical Group, 2024, [link].

Private Practice

The Nursing Site

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

” In 2024, research from Degreechoices, a higher education research group found that 38% of nursing students experienced depression. The academic rigors and pressure on students to care for sicker patients with more acute and chronic illness under the eye of their professors, creates a highly stressful environment. since 2019.

Mental Health

Registered Nursing

JULY 29, 2025

With a remarkable 100% NCLEX pass rate and a 93.85% completion rate, the program emphasizes ethical leadership and compassionate care. Transfer partnerships: Students starting at community colleges can leverage seamless articulation agreements into four-year BSN tracks, guided by our RN to BSN Programs: What School is Right for You?

Leadership

Relias

JULY 23, 2025

In fact, by 2024, 43% of American adults indicated they felt more anxious than they did the previous year. Significant federal regulatory changes introduced in 2024 compound this pressure. Medical record information quality and integrity issues can create potential concerns about patient safety, quality of care, and compliance.

Best Practices

Penn Nursing

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Jones Alumni Notes Class Notes, Fall 2024 In Memoriam, 2024 Fall Download the Fall 2024 issue Menu Button Feature Flipped Classroom Providers aren’t taught how to be patients. As I navigated treatment—chemotherapy, surgery, and countless scans—I found myself on the other side of the health care system.

Self-Care

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Clinical nurses work in an environment that is high-stress by nature—making decisions that can impact patients’ lives— and need to take extra care to avoid the mental and physical condition known as nursing burnout. For institutions, a decrease in the quality of patient care can affect their reputation and bottom line.

Nursing Burnout

Daily Nurse

MAY 30, 2025

Nurses and nurse practitioners often have the unique privilege of spending a significant amount of time communicating with patients and families as they undergo several appointments and tests. They ensure there is a patient-centered, goal-oriented approach to care. This can lead to undertreatment and delayed care. 2020;4(1):102.

Nurse Practitioner

Registered Nursing

JULY 28, 2025

Essay or interview: Demonstrates communication skills, resilience, and commitment to patient safety. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024 For detailed wage comparisons by specialty and setting, visit our RN Salary guide. Entrance exam: TEAS or HESI scores from the past two years.

Military

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

JUNE 16, 2025

In terms of leadership model examples, Gallup’s 2024 State of the Global Workplace report highlights the connection between effective leadership and team performance, showing that managers are responsible for 70% of the variation in team employee engagement. 2 Leadership opportunities are not reserved for the executive suite.

Leadership

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

This may include changing how the company manages patient care, improving its nursing administration and patient care procedures or navigating new federal regulations. MSN Roles in Patient Care Many nurses choose to earn their MSN degree with a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) specialty.

Nursing Informatics

Nursing Review

JULY 21, 2025

Last year, the Older Persons Advocacy Network (OPAN) recorded 44,400 cases in which older Australians sought out the organisation’s help with resolving their aged care issues, either through information, advocacy or support. The new Aged Care Act, being rolled out November 1 , is in response to these very issues. Craig Gear.

Self-Care

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

JANUARY 30, 2025

1 It can cause you to neglect your hygiene, distance yourself from others or lose your sense of self-belief. Both may also affect how you handle daily activities and result in the neglect of self-care. and Wayman, L, Autistic burnout: When navigating a neurotypical world becomes too much, Autism Speaks, 2024, [link].

Mental Health

Registered Nursing

JULY 28, 2025

This ACEN-accredited program not only prepares students for the NCLEX-RN exam but also emphasizes the integration of technology in healthcare, leadership, and effective communication. Accredited by ACEN, this program equips students with the knowledge and skills for the NCLEX-RN exam, focusing on patient care, leadership, and communication.

LPN

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

JUNE 18, 2025

Speech therapy is a key intervention for children that helps them to communicate with those around them and express their needs and frustrations. 1 Since children who are neurodivergent often struggle with communication, speech therapy can help support their self-expression. 4 What is Neurodiversity-Affirming Speech Therapy?

Mental Health

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

JULY 11, 2025

It’s also a great opportunity to ask what types of clinical rotations are offered at your facility (orthopedics, acute care, etc.) Communicate With Your CI Now and Throughout the Experience Early on, have a conversation with your CI about your goals for this clinical experience and your CI’s expectations for your learning and performance.

Self-Care

Daily Nurse

JANUARY 1, 2024

Defining your nursing career and life goals for 2024 involves considering various aspects of your personal and professional development. Here’s a guide on how to structure your goals into ten categories: Career Advancement Specify the position or level you aim to achieve in your career by the end of 2024. Have self-discipline.

Work-Life Balance

Health Leaders | Nursing

JULY 22, 2024

Nurse leaders always have a lot on their plates, so since we are halfway through 2024, it's time for a mid-year check-in. Here are three current top trends in nursing, according to Vicky Tilton , vice president, patient care services and chief nursing officer at Valley Children's Healthcare.

Mental Health

The Relentless School Nurse

JUNE 18, 2023

This will enable you to provide comprehensive care and address the evolving needs of your school community. Collaborate with stakeholders : Foster strong relationships and partnerships with stakeholders, including administrators, teachers, parents, and community organizations. Boundaries can be your best self-preservation tool.

Self-Care

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

JUNE 13, 2024

Communication is key to our existence as human beings. So, who do we turn to when our body or mind creates roadblocks to successful communication? These specialists can address speech disorders and improve communication techniques for patients of all ages. Speech-language pathologists (SLPs). 10 This can be rewarding work.

Communication

American Medical Compliance

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Caregiving is an inherently demanding profession, especially within assisted living facilities, where caregivers must balance the dual responsibilities of delivering high-quality care and managing their own emotional and physical well-being. Encourage Self-Care Practices Promote the importance of self-care among caregivers.

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University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

MAY 24, 2024

Though he did not ascend to the sport’s highest ranks, Dr. Kumar’s intimate knowledge of the game and his experience as a self-proclaimed weekend warrior player provides a distinct perspective. Through proactive interventions and personalized care, he succeeded in safeguarding the team against injuries.

Self-Care

American Nurse

OCTOBER 3, 2024

This pioneering model of staff caring for staff has been presented locally, nationally, and internationally, receiving positive feedback from other institutions as well as a research award from the American Psychiatric Nurses Association National Conference. Nursing responsibilities frequently interrupt needed breaks.

Self-Care

American Nurse

JUNE 3, 2024

adults have received a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) Many clinical nurses don’t have the knowledge needed to customize patient-centered care to meet the individual needs of adults with ASD. Many organizations lack the resources to support clinical nurses in identifying adults with ASD and implementing appropriate care.

Communication

American Nurse

AUGUST 1, 2024

The limited pool of qualified nursing staff readily available to provide safe, quality care taxes the human capital management of healthcare organizations worldwide. Stress, low self-confidence, and reduced job satisfaction frequently lead to voluntary turnover. See Turnover stats.) reduction from the alarming 8.4%

Professional Development

Health Leaders | Nursing

AUGUST 12, 2024

According to Vicky Tilton , vice president of patient care services and chief nursing officer at Valley Children's Healthcare , there are several innovative staffing models that CNOs could implement at their health systems. Leveraging advanced practice nurses can help enhance care delivery while filling gaps in the workforce.

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