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Leadership Resolutions for 2024

Emerging RN Leader

By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN “Someone will write a resolution that says, I want to exercise more, or I want to lose 15 pounds – which is a great goal to have -, but every study tells us that if you pose things in abstract terms, it is much less likely that […] The post Leadership Resolutions for 2024 appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.

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Obesity Increases Risk of Sinusitis — Independent of Asthma, Study Finds

Consult QD

There’s a known association between obesity and asthma, and between asthma and chronic sinusitis. However, less is understood about the link between obesity and chronic sinusitis itself. Now, two new studies by Cleveland Clinic physicians make it clear that obesity does increase risk of chronic sinusitis — independent of the asthma connection. The papers, as well as forthcoming research by the same team, add to our understanding of how obesity impacts different systems of the body, says Mohamad

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Nurse practitioners' key focus areas in 2024

Becker's Hospital Review

The nurse practitioner profession is the fastest growing profession in the U.S. As it continues to expand in 2024, the American Association of Nurse Practitioners has named 5 critical trends it is paying particular attention to.

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Photo Essay: Support Services at Cleveland Clinic

Consult QD

Thanks to generous donor support, Cleveland Clinic Cancer Institute is able to offer support services to help patients and their care partners throughout their cancer journey. The Taussig Cancer Center is designed for easy access to an array of patient support services intended to reduce the psychological stress of cancer. There’s a growing body of evidence demonstrating the positive benefits of supportive therapies such as: Body work, including massage and reflexology Art and music therapy Yoga

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Fertility Benefits for Every Age: A HR Roadmap from Gen Z to Baby Boomers

Speaker: Lauri Armstrong, SHRM-SCP - Sr. Director, People Operations at Carrot Fertility

Today’s workforce includes multiple generations of employees all looking for something different from their benefits package. While meeting these disparate needs can be challenging, a comprehensive fertility benefit can support everyone from junior staffers learning about their fertility health to senior leadership managing menopause and low testosterone symptoms.

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What Is a Speech Language Pathologist & What Do They Do?

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

A speech-language pathologist (SLP) diagnoses and treats issues related to speech, language, communication and swallowing disorders. 1 For patients struggling to communicate or swallow, these healthcare professionals help them to better engage with the world around them. Read on to learn more about this exciting and promising career. Table of Contents: What Do Speech-Language Pathologists Do?

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Research Nursing: A Comprehensive Overview

Diversity Nursing

Being a Research Nurse is a unique and vital role within the healthcare system. Research Nurses play a crucial part in bridging the gap between clinical practice and scientific research. Here's an overview of what it's like to be a Research Nurse and why the role is essential: Responsibilities of a Research Nurse Clinical Trial Coordination Research Nurses play a crucial role in the coordination and management of clinical trials.

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Embracing Digital Transformation: The Future of Nursing

Symplr

Digital transformation in healthcare is more than just a buzzword—it's an imperative. It's shaping the future of nursing and healthcare leadership, bringing both exciting opportunities and complex challenges. We're bringing you insights straight from the frontlines of this transformation by spotlighting two of our nursing leaders, Karlene Kerfoot, PhD, RN, FAAN and Ali Morin, MSN, RN-BC.

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Covid-19 Vaccine Information for 2024

Elder Care Matters

Covid-19 Vaccine Information for 2024 Now is the perfect time to review the current senior COVID-19 vaccine options. With the COVID virus projected to peak in number this winter, availing ourselves (including children) of the new vaccine heads the list of anti-COVID strategies, especially during the seasonal ‘tripledemic’ threats of influenza, RSV and SAR-CoV-2 (COVID-19).… The post Covid-19 Vaccine Information for 2024 appeared first on Elder Care Directory - ElderCareMatters.com.

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Wales ‘considering’ nursing associate role

Nursing Times

The Welsh Government is considering the introduction of nursing associates or a similar role in Wales, to the concern of the RCN. Read more.

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Why Menopause Should Matter to Today’s Employers

Speaker: Julie B. Chavez - VP, Strategy & Alliances at Carrot

An estimated 1.1 billion women worldwide will have experienced menopause by 2025. Symptoms like hot flashes, fatigue, and anxiety can be incredibly disruptive — and last for years. But despite its massive impact, little is being done to support those going through menopause in the workplace. In a recent survey, 70% of respondents said they have considered changing their employment to better manage symptoms — perhaps because only 8% received significant support from their employer related to meno

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The Relentless School Nurse: School Nurses and School-Based Health Centers Can Work Together!

The Relentless School Nurse

Imagine finding out that your school district was gifted millions of dollars to improve access to healthcare for your students and staff! That sounds like a dream for many of us, but it came true in the form of a 23 million dollar gift from two prominent philanthropists, Pivotal Ventures by Melinda French Gates (former wife of Microsoft founder, Bill Gates) and Mackenzie Scott (former wife of Amazon founder, Jeff Bezos).

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Letby inquiry: Former nurse director among ‘core participants’

Nursing Times

Read about the announcement of Alison Kelly and others as core participants in the Thirlwall Inquiry into the crimes of Lucy Letby.

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ANA Enterprise News, January 2024

American Nurse

ANA supports proposed federal staffing legislation and regulations The American Nurses Association (ANA) supports the Nurse Staffing Standards for Hospital Patient Safety and Quality Care Act (H.R. 2530/S. 1113), which would establish minimum nurse-to-patient ratios for every hospital. ANA supports nurse staffing ratios as a solution to the current crisis.

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Mental Health Statistics [2024]

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) reports that 57.8 million adults live with some form of mental illness. 1 The severity of a mental illness can vary from person to person. Some individuals can perform daily tasks, including work, with mental illness, and some people may qualify for disability due to their mental illness. 2 Understanding the mental health statistics for the United States increases awareness and may help provide support to those who need it.

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Maximizing Your Benefits Strategy: Reframing the Way We View Fertility

Speaker: Lizzie Wright - Director of Customer Success at Carrot Fertility

Employee expectations around benefits and workplace support have evolved in step with the growing need for fertility and family-forming care. As HR professionals, it is our job to ensure employees have a comprehensive understanding of the benefits our organizations offer and how they can utilize them. Before educating employees, we first need to understand the rising healthcare costs and the financial burden of fertility care.

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Camp Aruga: Reaching the summit together

American Nurse

In a bid to shape the next generation of leaders, PNAA launched Camp Aruga, a transformative leadership development boot camp designed to cultivate unity among chapters, improve competencies among leaders, increase resilience among members, and create our own roadmap to achieve the goal of health equity. This content is for Digital Access and Print Plus subscribers only.

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10 Pros and Cons of Becoming a Travel Nurse

Registered Nursing

Pros of Becoming a Travel Nurse 1. Adventure and Exploration One of the most appealing aspects of being a travel nurse is the opportunity to explore new places. Travel assignments can take you to different cities, states, and even countries. You’ll have the chance to experience diverse cultures, try different cuisines, and immerse yourself in new environments.

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Are nurses worth only one penny?

American Nurse

The American Nurses Foundation (the Foundation) champions the importance of nurses to improving care delivery, and the need to invest in nurses’ leadership, knowledge, and innovation. This content is for Digital Access and Print Plus subscribers only. Visit the site and log in/register to read. The post Are nurses worth only one penny? appeared first on American Nurse.

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New contracts for Montefiore nurses in Westchester, Nyack nurses still voting

Health Leaders | Nursing

Nurses at Montefiore hospitals in Mount Vernon and New Rochelle have ratified new three-year contracts with wage increases and strengthened safe-staffing ratio language, their union said. Pillar: Nursing Link: Full story Article Source: lohud.

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Leveling the Playing Field: How HR Can Equitably Improve Health Outcomes Through Fertility Benefits

Speaker: Julie B. Chavez - VP, Strategy & Alliances at Carrot

As HR and total rewards professionals, we are often seeking opportunities to foster a better sense of community and belonging amongst employees - ensuring that all employees have an equitable opportunity to receive fertility treatments is one of the many ways this can be achieved. Fertility benefits make it possible for employees to access treatments like IVF.

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How nurses can conquer their fear of AI

American Nurse

See the potential, address the concerns. For many nurses, talk of artificial intelligence (AI) triggers a sinking feeling. Veteran nurses may turn a blind eye, hoping to outrun this scary technical advancement. Newer nurses may fear that it will replace them. The facts are these—AI is already here, it’s not replacing anyone (yet), and it holds enormous promise for building value around nursing care with opportunities we can’t even imagine today.

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Alumni Board Specialty Spotlight

Consult QD

Gina Robinson, MD, FAAP (P’98) is a Clevelander who has been practicing in the area since 1998. Her interests include reading, crafting, music, art, travel, and ballroom dancing. She is married to a techie named Sean, and mother to a brilliant human named Kendal. Q. Why is a career in academic medicine important to you? What message do you have for those considering academic medicine?

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Sepsis navigators and hospital outcomes

American Nurse

This nursing role supports sepsis protocol improvements. Takeaways: Each year, over 1.7 million adults in the United States develop sepsis and 350,000 die from it. Sepsis bundle adherence is associated with lower 30-day mortality rates. Many acute care hospitals lack processes and resources to effectively and efficiently navigate sepsis patients. Without timely intervention, sepsis (a life-threatening medical emergency that occurs when an infection triggers a chain reaction) can result in tissue

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How Long Does It Take to Get a Master’s in Nursing?

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

A Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) can provide plenty of opportunities. With this degree, you can pursue MSN roles in leadership and management, technology, education and patient care. Depending on your role specialty and program entry, a quality MSN program can take two to 3.7 years. Time to completion may vary by student depending on individual progress, traditional versus accelerated pathway, credits transferred and other factors.

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Engaging nurses in scholarly work

American Nurse

Motivate nurses by making the connection to patient care. Takeaways: The American Nurses Association Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements identifies engaging in scholarly inquiry to advance the nursing profession and practice as every nurse’s ethical and professional responsibility. Engaging nurses in scholarly work requires helping them understand its value and how research findings can ensure that their current practice reflects the best and most current approach to safe pati

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HL Shorts: Getting Technology to Play Nice in Nursing Innovation Units

Health Leaders | Nursing

Technology can be a huge disruptor if implemented incorrectly. On this week’s episode of HLM Shorts, we hear from Betty Jo Rocchio, Senior Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive at Mercy, about the technological challenges that her team faced while building Mercy’s new nursing innovation unit. Tune in to hear her insights. Transcript ( edited for clarity ): Have there been any unexpected challenges or outcomes regarding Mercy’s new nursing innovation unit?

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Assess, reflect, act

American Nurse

The National Commission to Address Racism in Nursing (the Commission) defines allyship as “an ethical duty through intentional interventions, advocacy, and support to eliminate harmful acts, words, or deeds, and creating space to amplify voices that are not traditionally heard, recognized, or welcomed.” This content is for Digital Access and Print Plus subscribers only.

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Art, Mutualism, and Structural Resilience

Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine

Grandmothers, coaches, school nurses, barbers — what are the roles of non-traditional community leaders like these and what critical roles can they play in engaging historically divested communities and isolated individuals? How can art, imagination, and collective action model best practices for more equitable structures? We are joined by Marisa Morán Jahn, an artist whose… The post Art, Mutualism, and Structural Resilience appeared first on Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine.

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Addressing nursing needs in South Dakota

Health Leaders | Nursing

As Governor Kristi Noem continues to out South Dakota as a great place to call home, a new television ad aims to address a growing workforce shortage in the state.

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Day in the life of a Vascular Nurse Practitioner

The Nurse Break

We are excited to interview Frank Guerriero about a Day in the life of a Vascular Nurse Practitioner. Frank is a respected Nurse Practitioner currently working with the Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery based at Flinders Medical Centre; a role which entails both clinical and research activities. Frank is the current President of the Australian and New Zealand Society for Vascular Nursing, a committee member of the South Australian Society for Vascular Nursing and past president of

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'Full circle moment': Nurse delivers baby with midwife who delivered her 35 years ago

Health Leaders | Nursing

Sometimes life's greatest moments of happenstance take decades to arrive. No one knows this more than 35-year-old Emily Hanson.

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Staff Scheduling: A Critical Organizational Function in 2024

Celayix

What is Staff Scheduling? At its core, staff scheduling involves selecting and assigning employees to shifts within an organization and determining when and for how long those shifts should occur. However, it extends far beyond these basics, encompassing considerations such as qualifications , hourly thresholds , task assignments , and more. This essential organizational function tackles a spectrum of complex issues, including adherence to union rules, managing overtime , and addressing absentee