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.

Malpractice

American Nurse

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Patient safety is paramount, and yet, despite best efforts, medical malpractice incidents can lead to potential legal repercussions. This article aims to educate Delaware nurses about the elements of medical malpractice. This article aims to educate Delaware nurses about the elements of medical malpractice.

Malpractice

Diversity Nursing

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Licensure is the process state boards of Nursing use to determine a Nurse has attained the educational and clinical requirements to practice Nursing competently. Malpractice has severe legal and professional consequences and can ultimately result in the revocation of your Nursing licensure.

Malpractice

Daily Nurse

APRIL 17, 2023

According to a representative from the HHS Office of the Inspector General, about 2,800 people — or 37 percent of those who bought fake documents — passed the test. If they successfully passed the exam, they became eligible to obtain licensure in various states to work as an RN or an LPN/LVN.

Malpractice

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%

Nurse Practitioner

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.

Malpractice

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.

Malpractice

Registered Nursing

APRIL 30, 2025

Whether through virtual patient care, educational platforms, or healthcare consulting, licensed RNs can build flexible, rewarding careers without stepping into a traditional clinical setting. This role is well-suited for nurses who are comfortable using electronic documentation systems and multitasking in a fast-paced environment.

Nursing Informatics

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.

Malpractice

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.

Malpractice

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.

Medicare

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.

Nurse Practitioner

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.

Malpractice

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.

APRN

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.

Home Healthcare

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

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?

Malpractice

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.

Malpractice

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.

Long Term Care

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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