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Engage with patients eye to eye

American Nurse

Best practices for providing patient- and family-centered hospital care include open visiting hours, patient involvement in the daily plan of care, evidence-based communication tools, bedside shift reports, and hourly rounding. The evidence Commit to Sit has proven successful at enhancing patient satisfaction.

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Honey, Sweetie, Dearie: The Perils of Elderspeak

Health Leaders | Nursing

This article was published on Friday, May 9, 2025 in KFF Health News. Lisa Greim, 65, a retired writer in Arvada, Colorado, pushed back against elderspeak recently when she enrolled in Medicare drug coverage. Studies in nursing homes show how commonplace such speech is.

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Section 1557 Compliance for Healthcare Providers by July 5, 2025 

American Medical Compliance

With July 5, 2025, fast approaching, healthcare organizations must act now to ensure compliance. Failure to do so could not only jeopardize patient trust and safety but also put federal funding and your organization’s reputation at risk. But heres the question: Is your organization truly prepared for the upcoming changes?

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Partnering With Hospitals Can Boost SNF Referrals

Relias

According to a recent National Investment Center for Seniors Housing and Care (NIC) survey, one-fifth of nursing care respondents anticipate that occupancy levels will not return to the pre-pandemic rate until 2025 or beyond. This partnership can help secure referrals and stimulate cash flow, especially when taking on highly complex patients.

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Elevating Care Quality: The Role of Competency Assessments and Evaluations

Relias

Whether its skilled nursing facilities, hospitals, or home health agencies, regulatory bodies require that healthcare providers demonstrate competency in delivering patient care. You can reduce medical errors and improve patient satisfaction by proactively assessing and developing your staff.