Daily Nurse
APRIL 24, 2023
Why have malpractice claims – in terms of the amount of money awarded – been increasing? What can NPs do to protect themselves from malpractice claims? Document your patient care assessments, observations, communications, and actions in an objective, timely, accurate, complete, and appropriate manner. Please explain.
Celayix
APRIL 9, 2024
It’s fair to say that good communication skills are essential to most jobs. In home healthcare, prioritizing communication is crucial and should receive appropriate attention. Communication is so important in home healthcare as it ensures quality of care, and improves client experience.
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Nurse Practitioners in Business
JUNE 14, 2023
Professional liability insurance, also known as malpractice insurance, is a crucial component of protecting nurse practitioners (NPs) in their practice. With more NPs practicing autonomously and an increasing number of malpractice lawsuits, insurance premiums have seen a significant increase. rise in total claims.
Nurse.com
APRIL 27, 2022
Many of my blogs have focused on nursing documentation and nurse expert testimony when malpractice is alleged against a nurse defendant. In the following malpractice case, an RN juror’s conduct during jury deliberations became the focus of an appellate court determination for a new trial. Details Leading up to Malpractice Case.
Diversity Nursing
NOVEMBER 2, 2023
Nursing is a multifaceted profession that requires strong clinical skills, excellent problem-solving, top-notch communication skills, and a deep understanding of the legal obligations and implications of Nursing practice. The legal aspects of Nursing are just as important as the clinical aspects to ensure you are providing safe patient care.
Relias
AUGUST 12, 2023
For health centers, it is imperative to conduct risk management activities to prevent harm to patients and reduce medical malpractice claims. In the case of FQHCs, they have the opportunity to obtain medical malpractice coverage under the Federal Tort Claims Act.
Minority Nurse
NOVEMBER 22, 2023
Shelise Valentine, RNC, MSN, C-EFM, CPPS, CPHRM, is the Director of Clinical Education, Healthcare Risk Advisors, part of TDC Group and chairs nursing, co-chairs obstetric and simulation initiatives, and directs risk management and obstetric education for insured hospital clients to improve patient safety and reduce malpractice risk.
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