Donna Cardillo

MAY 17, 2023

Sea Girt, NJ (May 2023) – This classic primer takes nurses inside the hospital, the exam room, and the locker room to help you survive and thrive on the job—now updated for the post-pandemic world. In this thorough, readable guide, Donna Cardillo, known as “The Inspiration Nurse,” pulls back the curtain on what it’s really … Donna Cardillo Announces Newly Revised & Updated Version of Her Book, YOUR FIRST YEAR AS A NURSE Read More » The post Donna Cardillo Announces Newly Revised

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New Thing Nurse

MAY 17, 2023

How to negotiate higher pay for nurse jobs By: Sarah K. Wells MSN RN CEN CNL Consider these strategies when negotiating higher nursing wages: Is this a union position or is there a clinical ladder ? If yes, then there will be a structured pay scale. To ensure receiving the highest pay possible, confirm that the organization is giving you full credit for years of experience, education level, any special certifications/trainings you may have, etc.

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Consult QD

MAY 17, 2023

Loss of smell and taste are among the most common symptoms after COVID-19 infection. While a survey published in the International Forum of Allergy & Rhinology indicates that nearly half of those who report olfactory dysfunction regain their sense of smell within a month, the problem can linger. “I am still seeing patients who had the initial infection in 2020, and for the last three years they have been silently suffering from altered smell and/or taste,” says Christina Shin, MD , a Clevela

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Amercan Journal of Nursing

MAY 17, 2023

Both Sojourner Truth and Harriet Tubman are known for their courageous struggles against slavery, their humanitarian work, and their support of suffrage. They are not known as much as they should be, however, for their role as nurses. (Editor’s note: this is the third in a series about important Black nurses of the past that we are publishing during Nurses Month 2023.

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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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Consult QD

MAY 17, 2023

TMAO, a metabolite produced by gut bacteria, has already been linked to heart attack, stroke and other cardiometabolic diseases. Now a new study shows that it also increases risk for abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA). The findings, published in Circulation ( 2023;147:1079-1096 ) by a multicenter team including Cleveland Clinic researchers, are significant for two reasons: they suggest that (1) TMAO testing could be used as a screening tool for AAA and (2) blocking TMAO could offer a first-ever non

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Consult QD

MAY 17, 2023

The patient in the care of Cleveland Clinic London consultant cardiologist Magdi Saba, MB BCh, MSc, MD , posed a difficult challenge. Symptomatically, “he was kind of reaching the end of his tether,” recalls Dr. Saba, who specializes in treating complex arrhythmias. The 56-year-old man, diagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy decades earlier, had recently developed ventricular tachycardia (VT) with bouts of cardiac syncope.

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Daily Nurse

MAY 17, 2023

Dana Shomo, RN, BSN, is a Nurse Manager Outpatient Surgery/Post-Anesthesia Care Unit at Augusta Health in Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley. As a leader and a mentor, Shomo is valued and is a resource for many at Augusta Health, and in March, Shomo was awarded the 2023 Augusta Health Leadership of Excellence Award. Daily Nurse is proud to name her our Nurse of the Week.

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The Relentless School Nurse

MAY 17, 2023

Thank you journalist, Linda Childers for amplifying the voices of nurses and our role in gun violence prevention and firearm safety. There are more than four million nurses across the country, imagine our collective power if we focused on educating families, patients, students and communities about the urgency for safe storage. We could have an immediate impact on saving lives, today!

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Diversity Nursing

MAY 17, 2023

A positive workplace culture is essential for Nurses to provide excellent patient care. In addition, a positive workplace culture on Nursing units can positively impact job satisfaction, staff retention, and patient outcomes. Unfortunately, in some Nursing units, bullying is tolerated, silently condoned, or completely ignored. This leads to a toxic culture and an unhealthy workplace.

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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

Healthy Workforce Institute

MAY 17, 2023

Many healthcare leaders spend way too much time and energy dealing with negative employees. At the Healthy Workforce Institute, our research shows that leaders spend 30-40% of their time addressing conflict, disruptive behaviors; dealing with the he said – she said, etc. Knowing that all human beings avoid pain, it’s easy to just avoid your people. However, it’s getting out there daily through Relational Rounding that will help decrease the negativity and help you develop a high functioning, coh

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Scrubs

MAY 17, 2023

An unborn baby got a second chance at life after doctors saved them from a deadly genetic disorder known as vein of Galen malformation (VOGM), a rare blood vessel abnormality inside the brain where misshapen arteries connect with veins instead of capillaries, which slows blood flow and increases blood pressure. The condition can force blood to rush towards the heart or lungs while causing the heart to work overtime.

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Becker's Hospital Review

MAY 17, 2023

If men are hesitant to enter the nursing profession, it may be thanks to historical public perception — think about Florence Nightingale and Clara Barton in their white dresses and starched hats. But that stereotype, according to male nurses, should be ancient history by now.

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Nursing Times

MAY 17, 2023

The post Nurses say profession needs suicide prevention programme appeared first on Nursing Times.

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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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Every Nurse

MAY 17, 2023

CLINICAL PRACTICE Promoting Independence and Quality of Life for Seniors: Strategies for CNAs Updated May 18, 2023 by EveryNurse Staff Writers As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) , you play a critical role in supporting senior clients. One of the most important aspects of your job is promoting independence and quality of life for seniors. The strategies you use to do so can make a huge difference in the lives of your clients.

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Nursing Times

MAY 17, 2023

The post Menopause ‘destroying’ some nurses’ careers appeared first on Nursing Times.

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Celayix

MAY 17, 2023

In today’s fast-paced, dynamic work environment, the importance of mentorship in the workplace cannot be overstated. Mentorship provides a platform for learning, growth, and mutual enrichment. It benefits not only the mentee but also the mentor and the organization as a whole. This post delves into the concept of mentorship, its manifestation in the workplace, and the numerous benefits it offers.

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Healthcare Law Insights blog

MAY 17, 2023

Cosmetic surgeries are on the rise. One study of cosmetic surgery data found that body procedures like tummy tucks, buttock augmentation, and liposuction increased by 63 percent from 2020 to 2021. [1] Facelifts were up 54 percent. [2] And breast procedures were up 48 percent. [3] According to that study, Americans spent over $14.6 billion on aesthetic procedures in 2021 with surgical revenues increasing by 63 percent. [4] But, for the most part, that $14.6 billion did not come from taxpayers.

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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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Nurse Deck

MAY 17, 2023

The healthcare industry is rapidly evolving and with it, the nursing profession. As a result, it is critically important for nurses to ensure their resumes are up-to-date, polished, and primed for the demands of today's job market. This comprehensive guide will provide detailed insights into the importance of updating your nursing resume, offer tips and strategies for giving it a fresh and impactful look, explain how to showcase your skills and experience strategically, share best practices for

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Every Nurse

MAY 17, 2023

CLINICAL PRACTICE Ethical Decision-Making Frameworks for Charge Nurses Updated May 17, 2023 by EveryNurse Staff Writers As a charge nurse , you are responsible for making crucial decisions that could impact patient care and outcomes. The nursing profession has an ethical obligation to prioritize ethical decision-making to ensure that patients receive quality care.

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Minority Nurse

MAY 17, 2023

Nurses from underrepresented groups in nursing who are interested in leadership are invited to apply for the Academy for Diverse Aspiring Nurse Leaders to be held at Vanderbilt University School of Nursing July 17-19, 2023. The academy is for those with more than three years of nursing experience and not yet in healthcare or academia leadership roles.

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Nursing Inquiry

MAY 17, 2023

Abstract This study articulates the relational constituents of good care beyond techno-rational competence. Neoliberal healthcare means that notions of care are readily commodified and reduced to quantifiable assessments and checklists. This novel research investigated accounts of good care provided by nursing, medical, allied and auxiliary staff. The Heideggerian phenomenological study was undertaken in acute medical-surgical wards, investigating the contextual, communicative nature of care.

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Minority Nurse

MAY 17, 2023

Careismatic Brands is celebrating Nurses Week the month of May with a $100,000 Mystery Scrubs giveaway of medical apparel in the form of “mystery gift packages” sent to 250 winners once a month for the rest of the year. Careismatic Brands is celebrating Nurses Week the month of May with a $100,000 Mystery Scrubs giveaway The contest runs May 1 through May 26, 2023, and winners will be selected by June 2, 2023.

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Becker's Hospital Review

MAY 17, 2023

The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses released standardized guidelines to assist nurses in caring for patients undergoing prone positioning therapy, according to a May 16 practice alert.

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The Gypsy Nurse

MAY 17, 2023

Medical Solutions provided this article. The flexibility and adventure of traditional nursing and allied travel are undoubtedly enticing. But what happens when your contract ends or you find yourself with some free time? PRN/local travel combines the flexibility of working on an as-needed basis with the adventure of exploring new regions around you.

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