Every Nurse

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Summary : Remote nursing jobs are growing in popularity, with roles like telehealth nurses, medical writers, and nurse educators offering flexible work-from-home options. This role involves creating various types of content, from patient education materials to clinical research reports. See our editorial policy.

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Minority Nurse

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Nurse practitioner malpractice data can be used to inform and address areas of clinical improvement as well as help to improve the quality of care and patient safety. Malpractice claim costs are on the rise. The average total incurred amount of a nurse practitioner malpractice claim has increased to $332,137 – a jump of more than 10.5%

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Nurse.com

APRIL 18, 2023

According to the American Nurses Association (ANA), clear and accurate documentation is essential for safe, quality, evidence-based nursing practice. This applies across settings, for registered and advanced practice nurses alike, according to ANA’s Principles for Nursing Documentation Guidance for Registered Nurses.

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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.

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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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Board Vitals - Nursing

MAY 26, 2019

Misrepresentation of Your Work It’s another name for falsifying documentation and in 100% of the cases it is indefensible. Remember, one false documentation is one too many and could result in loss of your job. Causing Harm to Patients Malpractice is a serious offense. Do not make up education, training, or certification.

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Hospital Recruiting | Nursing

JANUARY 3, 2022

RVUs account for three things: 1) expenses to the practice, 2) the actual work being performed by the provider, and 3) the cost of malpractice (the smallest component). The ECFMG (Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates) conducts assessments to determine whether or not medical graduates from outside the U.S.

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American Medical Compliance

MARCH 24, 2025

Nurses must: Administer medications as prescribed Monitor for side effects Document properly Report any errors promptly Healthcare providers must also ensure their nurses are licensed and aware of their states regulations. If a patient refuses, the nurse must respect that choice, document it, and inform the physician.

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University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

3 Their responsibilities include monitoring patients during procedures and educating on pain management. They specialize in women’s reproductive care and childbirth and perform physical exams, educate new parents on infant care and provide postpartum care. They administer anesthesia to patients undergoing surgical procedures.

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Nurse Code

JULY 2, 2022

The Nursing Program must be accredited by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) or the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). The education requirement for an undergraduate Accredited Program varies, but you’ll most likely be required to have a high school Diploma.

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Post University

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Legal Nurse Consultant: Bridging Healthcare and Law Legal nurse consultants bring clinical expertise to complex civil and criminal cases, often acting as expert witnesses during medical malpractice trials or in other situations that call for targeted insights. They also implement programs to educate and empower entire communities.

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Celayix

APRIL 9, 2024

According to research by medical safety experts at CRICO Strategies , 7,000 of 23,000 medical malpractice lawsuits could be attributed to communication failures. The impact of poor communication on healthcare agencies As we mentioned above, 7,000 medical malpractice suits of 23,000 investigated could be attributed to communication failures.

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Nurse.com

APRIL 23, 2023

According to an analysis of more than 4,600 events that led to malpractice suits from 2018 to 2021, nurses were involved in 18% of the suits. Document everything One vital strategy nurses can leverage to protect themselves is through detailed documentation. Despite her efforts, she reportedly received little help.

Legal Issues 52

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Relias

MAY 13, 2024

Essential components of risk management for shoulder dystocia claims A well-educated and prepared obstetric team is the best defense against harm — and lawsuits. Proactive risk management for shoulder dystocia claims through thorough documentation is one of the best forms of protection to minimize liability. What should be documented?

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Relias

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Maternal mortality rates have been documented extensively. Less visible are the ways in which providers and educators are addressing the problem. Educating to improve maternal mortality in low-income countries. Jhpiego used the Kirkpatrick Model to examine the applicability of an educational approach to its setting.

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American Nurse

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The SCALE document proposes that the skin isn’t impervious to dysfunction at the end of life and may include varying degrees of skin and tissue damage, including pressure injuries. Pressure injuries represent the lion’s share of medical malpractice litigation. The result can include large and unusual presentations of skin failure.

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Minority Nurse

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

According to the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) , laws and regulations granting NPs full practice authority enable NPs to practice to the full extent of their education, training, and certification without physician oversight. Therefore, establishing clear communication and maintaining thorough documentation is essential.

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Registered Nursing

APRIL 17, 2025

As an RN expert witness, you can apply your healthcare insights to help attorneys, judges, and juries understand complex medical issues in cases ranging from medical malpractice to personal injury claims. Focus on facts, standards, and documentation rather than making it personal. Learn more about Legal Nurse Consultant careers.

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