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Private Duty Nurse Job Description [Updated for 2025]

Registered Nursing

In 2025, as healthcare continues to expand beyond hospitals and into homes, the role of the private duty nurse has become more essential than ever, especially for patients needing long-term care, chronic condition support, or specialized attention within the comfort of their own residences.

LPN 52
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Can an LPN/LVN Become a Certified Managed Care Nurse? The Answer May Surprise You

Registered Nursing

Licensed Professional/Vocational Nurses (LPN/LVNs) looking to advance in a new field may be surprised to learn of the Certified Managed Care Nurse (CMCN) pathway. What Is a Managed Care Nurse? Care Coordination: They develop and implement care plans, ensuring patients receive appropriate treatments and services.

LPN 52
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The VIP treatment: A comprehensive post-fall assessment guideline

American Nurse

Takeaways: No standardized post-fall assessment exists for long-term care facilities, which leads to inefficiency and inaccuracy. To ensure appropriate care, nurses must perform accurate post-fall assessments to prevent complications in all settings, including in long-term care facilities (LTCFs).

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Challenges of Working as an Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner

Every Nurse

They are trained to diagnose and treat a broad range of acute and chronic medical conditions, provide preventative care, and promote wellness. As a result, they work in a variety of settings, including clinics, hospitals, long-term care facilities, and private practices.