Nurse Practitioners in Business

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Business, markets, and customer demand are constantly changing. To stay in business and maintain a competitive edge, it’s critical to adapt to these changes, no matter where you are on your entrepreneurial journey. Recently, I posted a poll in the “Nurse Practitioners in Business” Facebook Group, asking, “How long have you been in business?” But before I share the results, a big “Thank You” for your participation and input!

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Josephine Ensign

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

I’m honored to be in such good company. I am taking my workshop, The Meaning of Home, on the road throughout Washington State in 2024-2025. If you/your library or other group wants to book me for this in-person or virtual workshop, contact Sarah Faulkner (see below for her e-mail address).

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Consult QD

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Patients with mandibular osteoradionecrosis (ORN) may finally have a highly effective, low-morbidity alternative to end-stage reconstruction, according to recently published research in Laryngoscope. The retrospective chart review — the largest to date —tracked long-term outcomes of more than 40 patients who were treated with anterolateral thigh fascia lata (ATLFL) rescue flap.

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The Relentless School Nurse

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

When you hear “exercise snacks,” you might think of a protein bar or a piece of fruit. But it’s not about what you eat; it’s an approach to fitness for people on the go. In 2023, consider incorporating these short bursts of activity into your daily routine to help achieve the recommended 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise per week. “Exercise snacks” serve as reminders to get up and move regularly.

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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

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

There’s a puzzling conundrum in the world of nurses and nursing that’s difficult to reconcile because most nurses are kind, caring, and compassionate with their patients but horrid in their treatment of other nurses. Backbiting, bullying, and otherwise ill-treatment are so common that it’s hard to imagine that a profession steeped in healing could be rampant with a scourge of unkindness and incivility.

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Nurse.com

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Nurses are intimately involved in the well-being and health of those in their community. It’s their duty to care for others physically, mentally, and emotionally. Because this care often relies on patient compliance, the public’s perception of nursing has significant impacts on the profession. History of nursing’s perception Stereotypes: Historically, nursing was considered a pink-collar profession — jobs traditionally done by women.

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NP Hub

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

As the shortage of preceptors continues to rise, the need for qualified nurse … The post Why Become a Preceptor: The Benefits of Shaping NP Students appeared first on NPHub.

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Daily Nurse

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Nursing has a predicted shortage of nine million nurses worldwide by 2030, and Trinity Health is addressing this critical challenge by introducing a first-of-its-kind care delivery model to 38 nursing units in their hospitals in eight states to address these challenges, improve care delivery, increase job satisfaction and create career pathways for nurses at any stage of their career.

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NP Hub

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

As the shortage of preceptors continues to rise, the need for qualified nurse … The post Why Become a Preceptor: The Benefits of Shaping NP Students appeared first on NPHub.

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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

Becker's Hospital Review

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Months after the closure of Stone Academy, a for-profit healthcare college in West Haven, Conn., former nursing students who were unable to finish their education are coming forward, suing the school for $10.35 million, Law360 reported Sept. 12.

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NurseBuff

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Navigating personal relationships in the workplace can be a tightrope walk. When two individuals share the same space daily, especially in the high-pressure environment of a hospital, it can sometimes blur the boundaries between personal and professional lives. Nurses and doctors, in particular, due to the nature of their work, may grapple with this dilemma […] The post Nurses and Doctors: To Flirt or Not To Flirt?

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Becker's Hospital Review

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

About 130 Michigan hospital leaders gathered to lobby against legislation that would require hospitals to meet nurse-patient staffing ratios, limit mandatory nurse overtime and require transparency about staffing, the Detroit Free Press reported Sept. 14.

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NRC Health

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Ever experience the Monday Blues and the sense of dread, apathy, and lack of motivation they bring? At Hunt Regional Healthcare in Greenville, Texas, they celebrate “Positive Vibe Mondays” by sharing encouraging patient-experience feedback through the organization’s email newsletter. The post Boost engagement and productivity: The advantages of imagining new PX programs appeared first on NRC Health.

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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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Celayix

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

In today’s fast-paced world, businesses often operate in a seasonal cycle. Whether you’re in retail, healthcare, hospitality, or any other industry, adapting to seasonal changes is crucial for success. Creating a seasonal schedule can be a game-changer for employers, helping them effectively manage resources, boost productivity, and stay competitive.

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Providence

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

At Providence, we believe in the power of human connection. Every day, we see firsthand the benefits that come from intentional collaboration, not just between clinicians and patients but between our caregiver teams as well.

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Consult QD

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

It might be tempting to think that by the time a patient sees a palliative medicine specialist, some other clinician has given the patient the toughest news they’re likely to hear. But in fact, palliative care experts perform a critical service by working through hard-to-hear information with their patients. “Sharing difficult news, responding to people’s reactions around difficult news, and helping people navigate difficult news is what we do,” says Laura Shoemaker, DO , a palliative medi

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Empowered Nurses

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Lex Hinkley, RN, BSN, a traveling nurse posted a video on TikTok that has gone viral. I don’t know her though we both live in San Diego. Regardless, she is very upset and concerned about the safety of our patients. Patients are being discharged from health care facilities with no place to go. The nurse talked about how these patients are being placed in wheelchairs, taken from the emergency room, and dumped outside on the sidewalk.

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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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National Nurses in Business Association

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

The post An Entrepreneurial Mindset Empowers Both Nursing<br>and Nurse Entrepreneurs appeared first on National Nurses in Business Association.

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Becker's Hospital Review

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

CareRev has promoted Susan Pasley, BSN, RN, to the role of Chief Nursing Officer. Ms.

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The Gypsy Nurse

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Medely provided this article. When you’re a travel nurse, it can be challenging to hone in on what you must focus on to recharge your batteries, prepare for the next contract, and nurture the important relationships in your life. We’ve prepared a list of things you can do or focus on between contracts to make the most of your time. Prioritize things that bring you joy.

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Becker's Hospital Review

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Sandra Lindsay, RN, made history as the first American vaccinated against COVID-19 in 2020. Now, she's among the first to get the new booster, ABC affiliate WABC-TV reported Sept. 13.

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Consult QD

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

By Kathleen A. Derwin, PhD ; Eric T. Ricchetti, MD ; Joseph P. Iannotti, MD, PhD ; and other members of the Cleveland Clinic Shoulder Group More than half of people age 70 and older exhibit rotator cuff disease, 1 and at least one in 20 Americans has rotator cuff repair (RCR) surgery by age 65. 2 Over 250,000 RCRs are performed annually in the U.S., 3 at an estimated $3 billion in medical costs. 4 Reports of ultrasound and MRI-assessed structural outcomes show that 20%-70% of RCRs fail by re-tea

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