Wed.Sep 13, 2023

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Helping Nurses to Speak Up

Emerging RN Leader

By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN Many nurse leaders are now trying to reset their cultures to focus more on quality and safety. Professional accountability is undoubtedly one of the hottest topics on the minds of frontline leaders. It is only possible to have a culture of quality and safety if nurses hold […] The post Helping Nurses to Speak Up appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.

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What to Look for in a Staffing Agency, and How to Hire Reliable Employees

The Nursing Site

In today’s fast-paced world, finding the right employees for your educational institution can be a daunting task. That’s where an educational staffing agency can be a lifesaver. These agencies specialize in connecting educational institutions with qualified, reliable professionals who can make a significant impact on your organization. In this article, we’ll delve into the world of educational staffing agencies, exploring what they offer, what to look for when choosing one, and

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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage and the Importance of Representation in Nursing

Diversity Nursing

Each year, from September 15th through October 15th, Americans honor and celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month. Hispanic Heritage Month is a month-long celebration where we recognize the histories, cultures, and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Hispanic or Latino Heritage. The celebration begins on September 15th because it marks the anniversary of when Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua gained independence.

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Finger Nodules: Tip of the Gouty Iceberg

Consult QD

This article is republished from the Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine , June 01, 2023; Volume 90, Issue 6. By Brian F. Mandell, MD, PhD Gout is clinically defined by recurrent, dramatic, self-limited flares of inflammatory arthritis, bursitis, or tendonitis. Flares are the cardinal symptom of the gouty disease process, the deposition of uric acid in the soft tissues with a predilection to periarticular structures.

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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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Delayna Watkins is a Nurse TikToker Making Hot Flashes Sexy

Daily Nurse

Delayna Watkins knows what it’s like to have a hot flash interrupt your life. The Baltimore area nurse remembers being in the middle of a presentation to Maryland hospital executives when she suddenly couldn’t think straight and could tell the hot flash was coming. Watkins, 53, is a nurse and menopause wellness practitioner. She runs a menopause support group and creates TikTok videos to bring attention to menopause symptoms, specifically vasomotor symptoms or VMS.

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4-time Magnet-certified system weighs in on what keeps nurses around

Becker's Hospital Review

Four-time Magnet-certified El Camino Health in Mountain View and Los Gatos, Calif., has achieved a turnover rate of just 8 percent for its nurses, even in the midst of a nationwide nurse shortage, according to Cheryl Reinking, DNP, RN, chief nursing officer at El Camino Health.

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Qualities to Look for in a Travel Nursing Recruiter

The Gypsy Nurse

Covelo Group provided this article. One of the important decisions you can make as a travel nurse is selecting a staffing agency that meets your unique needs. A strong partnership with your recruiter can ensure a mutually beneficial travel nursing experience. Rewards can include the obvious financial benefits from frequent successful placements, as well as intangibles such as job satisfaction and peace of mind.

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How Penn Medicine connects new nurses to home care

Becker's Hospital Review

Penn Medicine Home Health's nurse residency program provides support to new graduates and helps recruit them into a specialized field of at-home care.

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Why is your competency model sitting on a shelf?

The Leadership Development Group

We discuss the goals of competency models and simple steps to reinvigorate your model to align your talent strategy to meet your organization’s goals.

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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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6 Affordable 2023 BSN to DNP Programs in the US

Registered Nursing

The pursuit of a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree is a significant milestone in the journey of a registered nurse (RN) towards becoming an advanced practice nurse. However, the cost of higher education can be a substantial concern for many aspiring nurse practitioners. Fortunately, several universities in the United States offer affordable BSN to DNP programs , making advanced nursing education accessible without breaking the bank.

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Don’t be a victim of predatory journals, what to do if you become one

American Nurse

I’ve written about the problem of predatory journals before, but it remains a persistent issue for authors. First-time authors are particularly vulnerable because they may be unaware of these journals, but experienced authors have been victims as well. Here’s what you need to know about predatory journals and how to protect yourself. Understand the basics In his excellent book, The Predator Effect.

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What the Proposed CMS Staffing Mandate May Mean for Your Facility

IntelyCare

With the end of this fiscal year approaching, The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) decided to set off its New Year’s fireworks a little early. Almost two weeks ago, it announced a proposed rule that would establish national minimum staffing standards for long-term care (LTC) facilities. If it takes effect, the proposed CMS staffing mandate would be the first federal effort to improve safety and quality care through minimum staffing requirements for nursing homes.

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Automated Scheduling can help Save Time & Improve Accuracy

Celayix

Imagine you are a supervisor. You need to create and communicate a schedule for a group of hourly shift workers every week. Each employee has their own availability , work preferences, and time-off requests. In addition, you also need to account for any last-minute changes. Creating a schedule to fit all employees and suit your business needs can be a time-consuming and daunting task.

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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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10 Short-Length LPN to RN Programs to Enroll in for 2023-2024

Registered Nursing

Nursing is a dynamic and rewarding profession that offers various career pathways, with one of the most common being the transition from a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to a Registered Nurse (RN). For LPNs seeking a quicker route to becoming RNs, LPN to RN programs provide an accelerated option. These programs enable LPNs to build upon their existing knowledge and experience, ultimately earning the coveted RN title in a shorter timeframe.

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Fraser Valley Regional Library Moves To Celayix To Better Suit Staffs Needs

Celayix

Fraser Valley Regional Library (FVRL) was established in 1930 and was the first of its kind in North America. Today it is the largest public library system in British Columbia, with 25 community libraries serving over 820,000 people in its service area. Their vision is “Improving the quality of life for our communities through knowledge, ideas and experiences.

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6 ways to optimize nurse workload

Becker's Hospital Review

A Mckinsey analysis found ways to save 15 to 30 percent of a nurse's 12-hour shift by rearranging their workload through technology and delegation.

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Did you have a lot of patients? Did you have a lot of patience?

American Nurse

Beginning your career as a nurse can present challenges. You may feel anxious and fearful. Can you adapt and progress with the tasks at hand, or do you collapse under the crippling weight of uncertainty? One thing you must learn as a new nurse is to have patience, a skill vital not only for nurses but for everyone. You must learn to take the time to do what must be done and be resilient even when things get hard or don’t go your way.

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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.