American Nurse

JUNE 19, 2023

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that between 2020 and 2030 careers for counselors in the fields of substance use, behavioral disorders, and mental health could grow by 23%. For nurses, this means many great opportunities exist for excellent, fulfilling roles in the field of addiction and mental health. As a psychiatric mental-health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) working at an inpatient detox and rehab facility, I can tell you that my job challenges me every day, but it is also incredi

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Nursing Review

JUNE 19, 2023

Peta Marks, a renowned mental health nurse, has dedicated over 20 years to improving the quality of care for people living with eating disorders. Peta specialises in psychological therapy for people with Anorexia Nervosa (AN), a mental illness characterised by a distorted body image and a fear of being overweight. "Recovery is always possible," she said.

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American Nurse

JUNE 19, 2023

In the past five years, several new drugs have been brought to market that could lead to a profound, if not revolutionary, change in how health care providers – and the public – view weight loss. Three drugs in particular – sold under the brand names Wegovy , Ozempic and Mounjaro – have shown remarkable effects on weight loss in clinical trials. While Wegovy is approved by the Food and Drug Administration for weight loss, the other two medications are only approved as treatment for type 2 diabet

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NurseBuff

JUNE 19, 2023

Do you need a nursing care plan for vertigo? Vertigo or dizziness happens to all people. It refers to the spinning sensation patients feel inside their head that’s typically accompanied by nausea and vomiting. Because of the sensation, patients are often unable to sit or even balance themselves and that puts them at great risk […] The post Nursing Care Plan for Vertigo appeared first on NurseBuff.

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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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Daily Nurse

JUNE 19, 2023

Compassion is a common trait among health professionals, and compassionate care ensures that patients feel respected and well-cared for during their stay and can even speed up recovery. However, compassion is often misunderstood in the medical world. Compassion is more than being kind to patients or checking in regularly with folks with acute illnesses.

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Scrubs

JUNE 19, 2023

When the Flores family found themselves in an emergency at Rose Baby Medical Center in Denver, they knew they wouldn’t be leaving their baby’s bedside. Struck with anguish and concern, the parents couldn’t leave the baby’s side during an operation. Scrubs Magazine recently touched on the importance of self care while also being there for your baby in stressful situations.

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Consult QD

JUNE 19, 2023

The UroMonitor, a wireless, insertable pressure sensor to assist in the diagnosis of urinary incontinence and other bladder disorders, is safe, feasible and well-tolerated in women with refractory overactive bladder (OAB), according to clinical trial data reported in the Journal of Urology. Margot Damaser, PhD, and colleagues in the Biomedical Engineering Department of Cleveland Clinic Lerner Research Institute have been developing the device for more than a decade.

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Scrubs

JUNE 19, 2023

It’s a phone call no one wants to get. Vannest Brown was at home with his family celebrating Janet Brown’s retirement from a Bay Area hospital after more than three decades of service. That’s when Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital called with horrible news. Vannest put the phone on speaker as the woman on the other line told him that his 30-year-old son was dead.

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CynaMed

JUNE 19, 2023

3 minute read Due to the aging baby boomer population, nursing is currently one of the most in-demand fields in the healthcare industry. This growing demand is excellent news for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs). Burgeoning opportunities mean guaranteed employment. Providing compassionate care and support to patients is at the heart of nursing.

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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

Nurses Advocates

JUNE 19, 2023

It’s Conference Season! I love to go to conferences, and now that COVID has leveled off, more and more conferences are coming back live and in person. Conferences allow us to reconnect with colleagues and friends, learn, and meet new vendors who can help us meet the needs of our patients. Last week I attended the Tennessee Workers Compensation Conference in Nashville, TN.

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Nursing Review

JUNE 19, 2023

Hundreds of nurses and midwives from two prominent private hospitals in Sydney have voted against a new enterprise agreement. Over the past six months, the NSW Nurses and Midwives' Association (NSWNMA) pleaded with St Vincent's Health (SVHA) to address the critical staffing ratios and working conditions in the agreement. The SVHA's proposed 3.75 per cent pay increase earlier this month was met with 'extreme disappointment' by staff from St Vincent's Private Hospital in Darlinghurst and Mater Pri

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American Medical Compliance

JUNE 19, 2023

Several states have recently approved the extension of postpartum Medicaid coverage beyond the usual two-month period. This decision marks a significant milestone in addressing the critical needs of new mothers and underscores a growing recognition of the importance of comprehensive postpartum care. By providing extended Medicaid coverage, states are taking a proactive approach to safeguarding the well-being of mothers during this vulnerable period.

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The Nurse Break

JUNE 19, 2023

Republished article of The Nurse Path. Find more of The Nurse Path here. Check out our other articles and guest bloggers here. Want to write an article? Go Here Written in 2017 OK. Please take few moments to look at this. It is as important as heck. The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) responds to the recent study into preventable deaths in the aged care sector: New research showing that the number of deaths in nursing homes from preventable causes has increased by 400 per cent

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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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Elder Care Matters

JUNE 19, 2023

Will you or a loved one need long-term care soon? Medicaid is the primary funding source for most Americans paying for long-term care, but it is intended for low-income individuals and families. In order to qualify for Medicaid, you need the assistance of an experienced Houston Medicaid planning lawyer to ensure your assets are protected and you… The post ADD MEDICAID PLANNING TO YOUR ESTATE PLAN appeared first on Elder Care Directory - ElderCareMatters.com.

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Relias

JUNE 19, 2023

Since 2016, fewer patients with severe wounds have received care in long-term care hospitals, and more patients have gone to less costly facilities like inpatient rehabilitation and skilled nursing facilities. According to a 2021 report from the United States Government Accountability Office, Medicare spending on stays for severe wound care declined about 2% from $2.06 billion in fiscal year 2016 to $2.01 billion in fiscal year 2018.

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Elder Care Matters

JUNE 19, 2023

Will you or a loved one need long-term care soon? Medicaid is the primary funding source for most Americans paying for long-term care, but it is intended for low-income individuals and families. In order to qualify for Medicaid, you need the assistance of an experienced Houston Medicaid planning lawyer to ensure your assets are protected and you… The post WHY YOU NEED A MEDICAID PLANNING LAWYER FOR YOUR ESTATE PLAN appeared first on Elder Care Directory - ElderCareMatters.com.

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Providence

JUNE 19, 2023

A top reason our caregivers say they continue working at Providence is because we live our Mission to serve all, especially the poor and vulnerable, every day.

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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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Scrubs

JUNE 19, 2023

Many families are faced with an important decision as their elderly loved ones age: is assisted living or at-home care the better option? While there are many different factors that will influence this decision, one of the most important ones is cost. Of course, the level of care needed is also a big consideration. Assisted living facilities provide a safe environment for seniors 24/7, but a home care nurse can vary their hours according to what’s required.

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Penn Medicine News

JUNE 19, 2023

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Women’s Health Nursing at HUP, and HUP Neonatology have been recognized for their efforts to reduce racial disparities in health care and improve quality of care.

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Health Leaders | Nursing

JUNE 19, 2023

NLCs are 'one tool in the toolbox' for broader workforce discussions, NCSBN official says. Nurse Licensure Compacts (NLCs) may be “one tool in the toolbox” to help ease chronic nursing shortages reaching into every state and practically every health facility, says Nicole Livanos , director of state affairs at the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN).

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Relias

JUNE 19, 2023

From counseling individuals with mental health disorders to helping vulnerable children and families access critical resources, your organization and the behavioral health professionals you employ perform a wide range of important work. But while there’s no question that these professionals are an irreplaceable part of every community, far too many go without their services due to the mental health workforce shortage.

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Scrubs

JUNE 19, 2023

Mary Ann West, a maternity and delivery nurse, has spent most of her life bringing other people’s children into the world, including Kelsey Poll, who was born on June 15, 2001, at Lakeview Hospital in Bountiful, Utah. Poll recently sat down with her fiancé, Tyler West, to go through some of her old baby photos. That’s when Tyler spotted a picture of his mother holding Poll when she was just an infant.

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Relias

JUNE 19, 2023

From counseling individuals with mental health disorders to helping vulnerable children and families access critical resources, your organization and the behavioral health professionals you employ perform a wide range of important work. But while there’s no question that these professionals are an irreplaceable part of every community, far too many go without their services due to the mental health workforce shortage.

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American Nurse

JUNE 19, 2023

In May the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE) updated its “Recommendations for the conduct, reporting, editing, and publication of scholarly work in medical journals.” (ICMJE consists of a working group of medical journal editors who meet annually to review the recommendations and revise as needed.) It’s important for authors to be familiar with these recommendations not only because they provide guidance on potentially thorny issues such as authorship, predatory journals

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The Relentless School Nurse

JUNE 19, 2023

Lynne Signore BSN, RN, NCSN,is a Maine high school nurse who has been collecting and sharing things that happen or what she overhears in her health office for years. She typically posts the list, which she continues to add to, every school nurse day. Her friend, Judy Doran, a colleague and a fellow Maine school nurse suggested she share her poem with me to post.

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Consult QD

JUNE 19, 2023

Clinical testing of the first implantable device combining cardiac contractility modulation with cardioversion/defibrillation capabilities is now underway following the world’s first implantation of the device, which took place at Cleveland Clinic. The investigational OPTIMIZER ® Integra CCM-D System (CCM-D System) merges the Optimizer ® Smart System, an FDA-approved cardiac contractility modulation (CCM) device, with a new type of implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD).

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