Nurse Practitioners in Business

MAY 3, 2024

Small practices are at risk for HIPAA violations. Here are the 5 most common types and their consequences. Are you prepared? HIPAA, aka the Healthcare Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, requires providers and healthcare organizations to protect patient health information. The official definition of HIPAA is: “The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) is a federal law that required the creation of national standards to protect sensitive patient healt

HIPAA 248

HIPAA Health Insurance Nurse Practitioner Business 248

Emerging RN Leader

MAY 1, 2024

By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN During a recent leadership development program, nurse managers discussed the importance of touchpoints, recognition, and feedback to keep their younger staff engaged. One manager explained, “No news has been good during my career, but this does not work with younger staff. Today’s newer nurses want a lot […] The post Clap In and Clap Out of the Shift appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.

Leadership 195

Leadership Nurse Manager Business Communication 195

American Nurse

MAY 2, 2024

The story of a nurse who overcame assumptions, bias, and challenges Takeaways: Media and healthcare organizations portray fully able-bodied individuals as the norm for performing the nursing role. Frequent interaction with the healthcare system might inspire someone with a physical disability to pursue a nursing career. Andrea Dalzell, MSN, RN, shares her story of applying for and attending nursing school.

Nurse Educator 126

Nurse Educator Education Mental Health Leadership 126

The Nursing Site

MAY 1, 2024

The post Thank You Nurses – Happy Nurses Month first appeared on The Nursing Site.

130

130

Speaker: Lauri Armstrong, SHRM-SCP - Sr. Director, People Operations at Carrot Fertility

Today’s workforce includes multiple generations of employees all looking for something different from their benefits package. While meeting these disparate needs can be challenging, a comprehensive fertility benefit can support everyone from junior staffers learning about their fertility health to senior leadership managing menopause and low testosterone symptoms.

Communication

Minority Nurse

APRIL 30, 2024

Dorma Liz Davila (Lizzy) RN, BSN, CPN, EMT never expected a quick volunteer weekend as a camp nurse to provide a transformative experience, but it did. And now she wants other nurses to know how helping kids at Paul Newman’s The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp can breathe new life into their nursing careers. The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp is an organization that provides what the organization calls “a different kind of healing” to thousands of seriously ill children and family mem

Bedside nursing 105

Bedside nursing 105

Emerging RN Leader

APRIL 28, 2024

By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN New leaders often wonder why building a trusting relationship in their new roles takes so long. Trust is a bedrock of leadership. As Warren Buffet has noted, trust is like the air we breathe- no one notices when it is present. When it is absent – everyone […] The post Rebuilding Trust in Your Leadership appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.

Leadership 221

Leadership Business Communication 221

American Nurse

MAY 3, 2024

Successful mentoring relationships require chemistry and accountability. Over the past half-century, nursing education has undergone significant transformation at all levels. The shift from the apprenticeship model to university-based education has produced highly educated nurses who may or may not be practice-ready to tackle multiple complex patients upon graduation.

Education 98

Education Nurse Educator 98

Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine

MAY 2, 2024

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. To celebrate, members of the the School of Nursing Asian Pacific American Nursing Students Association (APANSA) shared why they’re proud of their heritage and why it is important to understand other cultures. Kara Suarez APANSA President, MSN (Entry Into Nursing) Student In light of AAPI Heritage… The post Meet APANSA, the Asian Pacific American Nursing Students Association appeared first on Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine.

96

96

Relias

MAY 1, 2024

Working with adults with autism offers both rewards and challenges. Empowering adults with autism to have a high quality of life involves supporting them in doing activities of their choice, spending time with people of their choice, and doing work that they enjoy. No matter the level of supports they require, everyone deserves to be able to pursue the goals that bring them joy.

Self-Care 98

Self-Care Health Outcomes 98

Speaker: Julie B. Chavez - VP, Strategy & Alliances at Carrot

An estimated 1.1 billion women worldwide will have experienced menopause by 2025. Symptoms like hot flashes, fatigue, and anxiety can be incredibly disruptive — and last for years. But despite its massive impact, little is being done to support those going through menopause in the workplace. In a recent survey, 70% of respondents said they have considered changing their employment to better manage symptoms — perhaps because only 8% received significant support from their employer related to meno

IntelyCare

MAY 1, 2024

Nearly eight months have passed since The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a proposed rule to set minimum staffing standards for nursing homes. At the time, the proposed CMS staffing mandate was met with criticism from all sides. Some expressed concern over the added costs and the challenges of adding to their staff amidst nationwide nursing home staffing shortages.

Long Term Care 91

Long Term Care Licensing Medicaid Medicare 91

Daily Nurse

APRIL 29, 2024

As a new nurse setting off on your professional path, handling medications might feel overwhelming. Nonetheless, armed with the correct understanding, abilities, and commitment to recognized standards, you can boldly maneuver through this vital component of patient attention. This article will provide critical insights and techniques for secure and efficient medication handling.

Continuing Education 93

Continuing Education Education Promotion Communication 93

Amercan Journal of Nursing

APRIL 29, 2024

The May issue of AJN is now live. “If nurses are expected to have a strong sense of duty to care and to report to work even in disaster situations, then it’s essential to understand what factors influence that sense, in order to foster and sustain a workforce ready to do so,” write the authors of this month’s Original Research article, “Exploring U.S.

Retirement 86

Retirement Communication 86

Empowered Nurses

MAY 2, 2024

Finally, mandatory minimum staffing was passed for long-term care by the Federal Government. I have been harping about mandatory minimum staffing for years and finally, legislation was passed at a Federal level, but only for long-term care. I always wondered why California, which is the only state now along with Oregon, which is the second state in the nation to adopt mandatory nurse staffing ratios did not apply to long term care.

Long Term Care 75

Long Term Care 75

Speaker: Lizzie Wright - Director of Customer Success at Carrot Fertility

Employee expectations around benefits and workplace support have evolved in step with the growing need for fertility and family-forming care. As HR professionals, it is our job to ensure employees have a comprehensive understanding of the benefits our organizations offer and how they can utilize them. Before educating employees, we first need to understand the rising healthcare costs and the financial burden of fertility care.

Education

Capitol Beat

APRIL 30, 2024

Achieving safe staffing levels for nurses across care settings remains a top priority for ANA. That is why we are pleased about a recent regulatory win—the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a final rule aimed at bolstering nurse staffing at long-term care (LTC) facilities. This landmark regulation sets minimum staffing standards for nurses in LTC facilities across the country.

Long Term Care 85

Long Term Care Medicaid Medicare Licensing 85

Nursology

APRIL 30, 2024

Contributor: Kristen S. Krum, CNM,MSN As a certified nurse midwife, I have had the honor of being with clients during some of their most intimate moments. From childbirth, sexual dissatisfaction, loss, infidelity, infertility, and mental health – I was with my patients and their families. Despite the sacredness of these moments and conversations, I often … Continue reading Self-Care Deficit Nursing Theory as Patient Empowerment: Can we remove the embarrassment from urinary incontinence?

Self-Care 76

Self-Care Mental Health 76

Daily Nurse

APRIL 30, 2024

The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses ( AACN ) has published AACN Standards for Appropriate Staffing in Adult Critical Care , the specialty’s first action-oriented staffing standards. Appropriate staffing has long been one of the “AACN Standards for Establishing and Sustaining Healthy Work Environments” (HWE standards), first published in 2005.

Nurse Educator 90

Nurse Educator Nurse Manager Education 90

Penn Medicine News

APRIL 29, 2024

Researchers have new tools to engage important voices who might be missing from research, like underrepresented minorities or those with literacy limitations.

83

83

Speaker: Julie B. Chavez - VP, Strategy & Alliances at Carrot

As HR and total rewards professionals, we are often seeking opportunities to foster a better sense of community and belonging amongst employees - ensuring that all employees have an equitable opportunity to receive fertility treatments is one of the many ways this can be achieved. Fertility benefits make it possible for employees to access treatments like IVF.

Health Outcomes

Becker's Hospital Review

APRIL 29, 2024

Companies offer a range of freebies and discounts to honor National Nurses Week, which begins May 6.

98

98

Health Leaders | Nursing

MAY 2, 2024

The health system is putting 'Telehealth for Nursing' to the test in one hospital, and getting results that will aid in scaling and sustaining the program Intermountain Health’s new Telehealth for Nursing program may be checking all the boxes for a virtual nursing pilot, with KPIs that focus on improving patient outcomes and cutting down on wasted time.

Telemedicine 64

Telemedicine Care coordination Patient Satisfaction Nursing Burnout 64

Nursing Times

MAY 1, 2024

Find out more about Cavell's #ShowYouCare fundraising campaign, which is running for the whole of May 2024.

85

85

Daily Nurse

MAY 2, 2024

When you sat in nursing school, you likely had people telling you what to do. “ You should get a job in med-surg ,” “ You should get your MSN ,” “ You shouldn’t even consider having kids until you’ve worked at least five years ,” “Shouldn’t you be working harder ?” The “shoulds” will come flying at you throughout your career, and it’s your job to determine which ones hold merit and which you can disregard.

Business 69

Business 69

Penn Medicine News

MAY 1, 2024

A patient who unknowingly grew up with a progressive bone-forming condition, FOP, could help protect others from the grip of the disease.

83

83

Becker's Hospital Review

MAY 2, 2024

"Discover how health systems are making strides in improving nurse staffing, as revealed by recent surveys of over 2,400 U.S. nurses. Read more here.

68

68

American Nurse

MAY 4, 2024

The KIND study reviews nurses’ knowledge and understanding of intravascular volume. Takeaways: A knowledge deficit exists among nurses regarding the understanding of hemodynamic and intravascular fluid status and monitoring. The Knowledge of INtravascular Determination (KIND) study aimed to understand the knowledge of frontline RNs regarding fluid status and fluid responsiveness and the use of associated technologies.

Clinical Nurse Specialist 52

Clinical Nurse Specialist Education Nurse Educator Nurse Practitioner 52

Nurses Advocates

MAY 4, 2024

The American Nurses Association celebrates National Nurses Week 2024, May 6 – May 12, and throughout May. This year’s theme, “Nurses Make the Difference,” honors the incredible nurses who embody the spirit of compassion and care in every healthcare setting. In this post, I wanted to celebrate and share highlights of my journey as a nurse.

Nurse Case Manager 52

Nurse Case Manager Travel Nursing Licensing Professional Development 52

Nursing Times

APRIL 29, 2024

Find out more about a new bereavement support group for people who have lost a nurse colleague or family member to suicide.

83

83

Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine

MAY 2, 2024

In this episode, Dr. Cynda Rushton and guest, Lucas Welch, discuss the Slow Talk platform. Slow Talk is a place for front-line workers to engage with peers in candid real-time conversations about vital topics that need to be discussed openly & safely. The post The Resilient Nurse, Episode 12: Slow Talk appeared first on Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine.

59

59

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

MAY 4, 2024

In the heart of St. Augustine, Florida, Dr. Garrett Mandel , PT, DPT, blends expertise in physical therapy with a dedication to community service. As a physical therapy (PT) instructor at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS), Dr. Mandel channels his drive to enhance lives through teaching and volunteering, leaving a lasting impression on those he encounters.

Education 52

Education Professional Development 52

American Nurse

MAY 3, 2024

Implementation strategies and considerations Takeaways: Virtual reality is a computer simulation system that creates an interactive, three-dimensional environment in which users experience a sense of physical presence via auditory, visual, and tactile stimuli. Research indicates that VR’s immersive nature can provide an effective means of distraction to aid increases in pain tolerance thresholds and decreases in perceived pain intensity, anxiety, and time spent thinking about pain.

Nursing Informatics 52

Nursing Informatics Education Clinical Nurse Specialist Patient Satisfaction 52

Premier Medical Staffing

MAY 1, 2024

Our annual discount list is here! It’s time to treat yourself to some fantastic nurse’s month discounts. At Premier, we are dedicated to celebrating and supporting our nurses, which is why we’ve put together an exclusive compilation of discounts just for you. From shoes to technology, we’ve got everything you need. Don’t miss out on these exclusive offers created especially for you!

Travel Nursing 59

Travel Nursing 59