Registered Nursing

MAY 1, 2025

A private duty nurse is a licensed nurse (either RN or LPN/LVN ) who provides one-on-one care to a single patient, usually in their home. Private duty nurses provide extended, shift-based care in contrast to home health nurses, who focus on brief, intermittent visits under Medicare guidelines.

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Nurse.com

JULY 18, 2022

If you are a registered nurse or LPN/LVN looking to take the next step in your career, you should certainly consider an advanced practice degree and the steps to become a Nurse Practitioner. It is no surprise, then, that NPs are in particular demand in rural America and, over 80% of NPs accept Medicare and Medicaid patients.

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The Nursing Site

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Nurses working in hospice care must establish open lines of communication with patients and their families, allowing them to express their preferences regarding the disclosure of information. Encouraging open communication, empathy, and ethical decision-making can help resolve these dilemmas.

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Every Nurse

JUNE 24, 2023

Hospital readmissions due to falls can result in penalties under Medicare and Medicaid programs. Communicating Fall Risk Status to the Care Team Communicating a patient’s fall risk status to the care team is crucial for their safety. As a CNA, you must be detail-oriented and thorough in conducting fall risk assessments.

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