Donna Cardillo

APRIL 27, 2023

I recently stayed in a hotel out of state the night before a speaking engagement. I decided to walk to a local market to buy some food rather than go out to eat. It was raining lightly, but enough to need an umbrella. I noticed a pickup truck with a passenger cab in the parking … Witnessing Homelessness: A Story of Compassion and Gratitude. Read More » The post Witnessing Homelessness: A Story of Compassion and Gratitude. first appeared on Donna Cardillo, RN.

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

APRIL 27, 2023

Quick story… Last week, we had a couple of trees removed. One was a tall, beautiful ash, the other a well-established oak. Unfortunately, the ash was dying, and the oak was pushing against a retaining wall that now must be replaced. It was a sad affair, twice, since it was so close to Earth Day… But of course, that’s not what happened! Why am I telling you this?

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Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine

APRIL 27, 2023

In the pool or in any health care setting, leadership you can count on Coral Alonso Garcia was born out of sync. There’s a last time for everything. Advised by a physician that exercise would be good for her premature baby’s development, Garcia’s mom found a nearby swimming pool, and it wasn’t long before the… The post All Together Now! appeared first on Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine.

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Scrubs

APRIL 27, 2023

The U.S. needs as many nurses as it can get and many of them are coming from overseas. More than 5,000 international nurses were waiting for final visa approval, according to a September report from the American Association of International Healthcare Recruitment. But the number of foreign nurses coming to America may have just reached its peak. The State Department recently announced that all the available green card slots for nurses have been filled and that only people who applied prior to Ju

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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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Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine

APRIL 27, 2023

JHSON jumps at the opportunity to build and share its skills. For so long, policy has been a carrot at the end of a stick. If nursing could just run faster, jump higher, build more leaders with the gumption to overcome hurdles—economic, cultural, pandemic-related—to reach the influencers’ table, it would at last show the world… The post Seize the Day: Health Policy for All appeared first on Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine.

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Health Leaders | Nursing

APRIL 27, 2023

Light intervention also results in better sleep quality after their shifts, nurses report. Nurses who received 40 minutes of bright light exposure prior to their night shifts experienced less fatigue and made fewer errors at work, indicates a new study conducted by McGill University. The evening light regimen also resulted in better quality of sleep following their shifts, the nurses reported.

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Becker's Hospital Review

APRIL 27, 2023

Beta testing of the world's first burn nursing specialty certification will take place from July 10 through August 6. Eligible nurses can apply, beginning May 10, to be one of the first to take the test and earn a certified burn registered nurse credential — CBRN. The testing will be fully rolled out this fall to the entire nursing community.

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Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine

APRIL 27, 2023

Nursing PhD student Jonathan Suen has been selected as a 2023 inductee into the Edward A. Bouchet Graduate Honor Society, established to recognize and continue Bouchet’s pioneering contributions to doctoral education. “We believe that you exemplify the five Bouchet qualities of scholarship, leadership, character, service, and advocacy for those traditionally underrepresented in the academy,” wrote… The post PhD Student Jonathan Suen Joins Bouchet Honor Society appeared first on Johns Hopki

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Becker's Hospital Review

APRIL 27, 2023

York College of Pennsylvania nursing students who work at WellSpan Health are cultivating relationships with patients through flower arrangements, according to an April 27 post from the York, Pa.-based system.

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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

Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine

APRIL 27, 2023

Professor Emerita Fannie Gaston-Johansson, PhD, RN, FAAN, an internationally renowned educator and nurse researcher and the first Black woman to become a tenured professor at Johns Hopkins University, died of congestive heart failure January 7 at her home in Baltimore’s Mount Washington neighborhood, surrounded by family. She was 84. Dr. Gaston-Johansson, a member of the… The post Appreciation: Fannie Gaston-Johansson appeared first on Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine.

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Consult QD

APRIL 27, 2023

A program to support maternal health in Ohio has tallied some early but important wins in areas that are key to improving medical management of pregnancy-related hypertensive disorders. This state-wide quality improvement project was developed by the Ohio Department of Health, administered by the Ohio Colleges of Medicine Government Resource Center, and led in part by physicians in Cleveland Clinic’s Ob/Gyn & Women’s Health Institute alongside The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center,

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Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine

APRIL 27, 2023

The Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing was founded in 1922 by Indiana University students seeking to advance the nursing profession as a science and support nursing scholarships. The society’s name comes from Greek words meaning love, courage, and honor. In 1936, Sigma Theta Tau became the first organization in the United States… The post If the Honor Cord Fits… appeared first on Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine.

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Penn Nursing

APRIL 27, 2023

Penn Nursing is committed to training the next generation of nurses on sustainability and the climate crisis, retooling its curriculum, transforming its physical footprint, and conducting research on how the environment affects vulnerable populations.

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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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Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine

APRIL 27, 2023

It’s really no surprise that there are gifted and talented people everywhere you look at the Johns Hopkins School of Nursing. So, when the school dedicated a long wall in Pinkard for a revolving art exhibit, it didn’t have to look far for contributions to fill the space. Spring 2023 brings the second installation, featuring the… The post Creativity on Full Display appeared first on Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine.

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Penn Nursing

APRIL 27, 2023

Critical care unit patients teetering on the edge of life and death need the best on their side. The urgency of these high-stakes environments requires nurses who have been prepared to be highly responsive critical-thinkers, with tremendous attention to detail and aptitude for an ever-evolving discipline. Read on to learn why Penn Nursing-educated nurses have the advantage and how Penn Nursing has shaped, and continues to lead, the profession.

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Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine

APRIL 27, 2023

Deborah Gross’ research on child mental health puts the emphasis, and decisions, in the right places Professor Deborah Gross, DNSc, MS, RN, FAAN, is rightly proud of her baby. Through a change in venue, the usual growing pains, flexibility, sweat, extensive research, and maybe even a little tough love, the Chicago Parent Program she helped… The post The Parent Rap appeared first on Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine.

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Empowered Nurses

APRIL 27, 2023

You may recall that previously I had written about Julie Griffin RN, a cardiovascular ICU nurse (CV ICU) who was working at an HCA Healthcare hospital in Plantation, Florida near Miami. Ms. Griffin claims she was fired from her position as retaliation for making whistleblower complaints about short staffing at the facility. She was required to care for 3 cardiac patients at the same time, all who required continuous monitoring, a task that was impossible for her to safely do.

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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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Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine

APRIL 27, 2023

Veronica Lee took a leap of faith into the U.S. and Johns Hopkins. She wouldn’t hesitate to do it again. Veronica Lee could have simply stayed home in South Korea. She’d graduated from Ewha Womans University in Seoul, her hometown, and already earned a Future Nursing Leader Award from the Global Korean Nursing Foundation. An… The post Sky’s The Limit appeared first on Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine.

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Nursing Review

APRIL 27, 2023

Researchers have developed new training modules for aged care workers and nurses to reduce medication misuse in restrictive practices in residential aged care. Restrictive practices include the use of medication to sedate people in residential aged care to control movement or decision-making. In 2021, the Royal Commission warned the 'clear overuse of physical and chemical restraint in residential aged care was a major quality and safety issue.

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Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine

APRIL 27, 2023

Leadership is as big a part of Ayla Chase’s nature as the Great Outdoors themselves. A leader doesn’t have to be tough, showy, or cool, though MSN (Entry into Nursing) student Ayla Chase— a former U.S. Army captain and punk-loving skateboarder and forever outdoor-sports enthusiast—can be each. She also describes herself as an introverted student… The post Team Captain appeared first on Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine.

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The Leadership Development Group

APRIL 27, 2023

As the world of work changes, organizations are finding it increasingly difficult to recruit and retain optimal talent. In response, healthcare organizations are reviewing — and in some cases, overhauling — their talent strategies to validate leadership competencies and prepare leaders to meet current and future challenges.

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Nursing Review

APRIL 27, 2023

Two aged care experts have said providers creating a better work environment for its staff would fix the majority of the sector's issues. Earlier this month, aged care provider Wesley Mission announced it would close its remaining three facilities after facing difficulties attracting enough staff to meet the new standards. Brightwater Care Group joined Wesley Mission shortly after, saying financial and staffing pressure led them to shut three of its smallest facilities.

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Nurse Deck

APRIL 27, 2023

With an aging society and continuous research and advancements in the healthcare field, nurses must stay on top of trends and updates. By staying in the loop, nurses can equip themselves with the skills and tools to adjust to the growing demands in the industry. In this article, we will be uncovering the latest nursing and healthcare trends to look out for in 2023.

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Elder Care Matters

APRIL 27, 2023

Did you know that having a Florida estate plan is important for everyone to have? With your estate plan you can think about what you want for yourself, your loved ones, your business, and your legacy. Also, estate planning is about more than what happens at the end of your life, although that is an… The post Is There a “Right” Age For Estate Planning In Florida?

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Empowered Nurses

APRIL 27, 2023

You may recall that previously I had written about Julie Griffin RN, a cardiovascular ICU nurse (CV ICU) who was working at an HCA Healthcare hospital in Plantation, Florida near Miami. Ms. Griffin claims she was fired from her position as retaliation for making whistleblower complaints about short staffing at the facility. She was required to care for 3 cardiac patients at the same time, all who required continuous monitoring, a task that was impossible for her to safely do.

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The Gypsy Nurse

APRIL 27, 2023

Travel nursing is exciting, adventurous, and thrilling but can also be challenging! Leaving home for periods of time can leave you feeling like you’re missing a part of yourself, and you can even get homesick from time to time. We’ve put together a few tips to help you avoid this feeling and make any place you’re living feel like home! Ways to avoid homesickness while travel nursing: Bring some familiar bedding.

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Relias

APRIL 27, 2023

The healthcare revenue cycle process is more complex than ever. Healthcare leaders face constant changes in regulations, billing rules, payer requirements, and technology. To keep up with all of it, your staff needs constant training. Fortunately, there’s a big return on investment. “Organizations that devote time and resources to staff education perform at higher levels and have better revenue cycle metrics ,” affirmed Richard L.

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Consult QD

APRIL 27, 2023

Researchers at Cleveland Clinic have taken an important step in predicting which therapy will work for each patient with cancer. Using a gene signature developed from cell lines and human tissue, the research team demonstrated the ability to predict a patient’s response to the chemotherapy agent cisplatin , without relying on changes in the patient’s mutational status.

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Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine

APRIL 27, 2023

Nurses are leading the way to a new vision of health. While traditional care systems treat wounds, injuries, and sickness, a shift is happening toward prevention, wellbeing, and whole-person care. This is where nursing has always thrived; and it’s where we now have a timely opportunity to advocate for access and resources for all to… The post From the Dean: Let’s Drive the Conversation on Health, Policy appeared first on Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine.

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NRC Health

APRIL 27, 2023

The post Life-work balance: What we get right and wrong in the workplace appeared first on NRC Health.

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