Tue.Jan 16, 2024

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Room for Compassion

Life of a Nurse

I attended a dear friend’s viewing last week, a man who touched many lives as an educator, cultural community leader, and a spiritually jolly man who left us; suddenly after a short illness. Afterwards, a friend who has been through many caretaking challenges for about a decade; we headed to an Irish pub, where we enjoyed a pint and reminisced about our friend no longer with us.

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7 Tips to Protect yourself from Viruses

Scrubs

In a world where the threat of viruses is ever-present, safeguarding our health has become a paramount concern. From the common cold to more serious respiratory infections, viruses can impact our well-being and daily lives. However, by adopting proactive measures and incorporating simple yet effective strategies into our routines, we can fortify our defenses against viral threats.

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Nurses and Self-Compassion

Nursology

A few months ago, I spoke at the Northwest Indiana Nurses Research Consortium about nurses and Self compassion (thank you Marsha King and Lynette Rayman for this opportunity).

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AI and Nursing: Are We Ready?

Amercan Journal of Nursing

Three considerations about nursing and AI. Lisiane Pruinelli In my role as a nursing professor under the University of Florida Artificial Intelligence Initiative ( ai.ufhealth.org ) and in leading several national and international efforts, I apply what I’ve learned in years of clinical and educational experience to articulate the implications of AI for the nursing profession.

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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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Ketamine Clinics: Five Legal Considerations for Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapists

Healthcare Law Insights blog

Amid the growing interest in psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy, especially with substances like MDMA, psilocybin, and ketamine, it becomes imperative to navigate the intricate landscape of legal considerations associated with this burgeoning field. While the therapeutic benefits are promising, each substance brings along its own set of risks, responsibilities, and legal complexities for providers.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Introducing “Operation Happy Nurse”!

The Relentless School Nurse

The “Operation Happy Nurse” app, developed by neonatal ICU nurse Shannon McPeek, is a groundbreaking mobile application designed to provide mental health support and essential resources tailored specifically for nurses. The app offers a range of features specifically designed to address the unique needs of healthcare professionals, including guided breathing exercises, meditation and mindfulness sessions, and practical stress management techniques.

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Occupational Therapy vs. Physical Therapy

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

If you’ve ever felt called to work in rehabilitative care, one thing is clear: you’re passionate about helping others. What may not be quite as clear is which form of patient therapy you should pursue—occupational therapy (OT) or physical therapy (PT). Both physical therapists (PTs) and occupational therapists (OTs) help patients improve their lives, but there is one essential difference: A physical therapist’s job is to help people improve their movement and manage pain after an injury, while a

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Navigating Your Healthcare Journey: Understanding Different Types of Doctors for Overall Health

Scrubs

Each type of doctor or specialist plays a unique role, contributing to the intricate tapestry of healthcare. This article serves as a navigational tool, guiding you through the different types of doctors and elucidating their specific roles in maintaining and enhancing overall health. By understanding the functions and expertise of various medical specialists, you can make informed decisions about your healthcare journey.

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12% of nurse leaders plan to leave in next 6 months

Becker's Hospital Review

Twelve percent of nurse leaders plan to leave their position in the next six months, according to an American Organization for Nursing Leadership Foundation study.

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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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How to Improve Client Retention & Keep Them Happy

Celayix

How to Improve Client Retention & Keep Them Happy Keeping clients happy and retaining them is a crucial part of running a business. It costs approximately five times more to find new customers than to retain a current customer. Keeping great relations with all of your clients can lead to many opportunities for your business, whether that be referrals, more company exposure, or new leads.

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Gold Standard Diagnostic Test Underutilized for Gastroparesis

Consult QD

Digestive diseases account for over 100 million visits to outpatient clinic visits annually. Gastroparesis is one of the gastrointestinal conditions seen in this setting, and it is growing in prevalence and often misdiagnosed. Gastroparesis is a gastric motility disorder defined by delayed gastric emptying in the absence of mechanical obstruction. According to Alison Schneider, MD , a board-certified gastroenterologist and Director of the GI Motility Lab at Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital, “Abo

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California Violence in the Workplace for Healthcare Employees

American Medical Compliance

The California Violence in the Workplace for Healthcare Employees course is designed to educate healthcare providers on how to protect themselves and others from violence that occurs in the workplace. Workplace violence refers to any act of physical violence, threats of physical violence, intimidation, harassment, or other disruptive behavior that poses a threat to individual safety at work.

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Putting Your Finishing Touches on Your Application

Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine

With the application deadline quickly approaching, it is important to put the finishing touches on your application to ensure a smooth submission process. Use these tips to put your best foot forward in the admissions process. Review the Program FAQ This section of the program webpage was carefully curated to ensure you have answers to… The post Putting Your Finishing Touches on Your Application appeared first on Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine.

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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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Recent case studies, nSights, and podcasts showcase the power of Human Understanding

NRC Health

Check out the Q4 snapshots highlighting how we put Human Understanding® into practice. The post Recent case studies, nSights, and podcasts showcase the power of Human Understanding appeared first on NRC Health.

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HL Shorts: Top 5 Challenges for CNOs in 2024

Health Leaders | Nursing

CNOs must be ready to strategize and solve key issues in nursing this year. On this week’s episode of HLM Shorts, we hear from Lisa Dolan, Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer at Ardent Health Services, about the top five challenges CNOs are facing in the new year. Tune in to hear her insights. What do you predict will be the top 5 biggest challenges in nursing in 2024?

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Managing Neurological Disorders in Pregnancy (Podcast)

Consult QD

Physiologic changes that occur during pregnancy can exacerbate symptoms of existing neurologic disorders and cause a host of acute neurologic issues. “There’s a fundamental principle of neuro-obstetrics,” says Caroline Just, MD , a neurologist in Cleveland Clinic’s Center for General Neurology who specializes in obstetric neurology. “We want to empower patients with the right information to make their own risk-benefit decisions.

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AdventHealth names new chief nursing officer for Palm Coast hospitals

Health Leaders | Nursing

AdventHealth has named Kristen Sutton as chief nursing officer at AdventHealth Palm Coast and AdventHealth Palm Coast Parkway, effective Jan. 28.

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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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Is Nursing Heading for Collapse?

Health Leaders | Nursing

Concerns of a nationwide nursing shortage have loomed for decades, and the COVID-19 pandemic only fast-tracked the profession toward crisis.

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Negotiations between St. Patrick Hospital, nurses to begin

Health Leaders | Nursing

Negotiations between the Montana Nurses Association and Missoula’s Providence St. Patrick Hospital are set to begin this week.

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