Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine

JUNE 15, 2023

Hello, Pride community! This is Amit “Mickey” Dhir, I am a Ph.D. student at JHSON and my research specifically focuses on HIV prevention and its impact within key populations. As we celebrate Pride Month, it’s essential to highlight the advancements in HIV prevention that are revolutionizing the fight against the epidemic. Today, we’ll explore new… The post Expanding HIV Prevention for Pride Month: Empowering Communities with New PrEP Modalities appeared first on Johns Hopkins

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NurseBuff

JUNE 15, 2023

Do you need a guide for nursing diagnosis for infection? As a nurse, you have a very important role when it comes to preventing infections. You are at the front line when it comes to delivering quality care so you need to be aware of what can and can’t compromise your patients’ health while they […] The post Nursing Care Plan for Risk for Infection appeared first on NurseBuff.

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JUNE 15, 2023

Some people are naturally combative. As hard as you may try, you can’t always get away from these folks. The Internet is a veritable breeding ground for these people. Unfortunately, you may encounter a hostile patient from time to time. As physically incapacitated as some of these hostile people might be, there is one weapon in their arsenal that doesn’t rely on physical prowess: the threat of litigation.

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Health Leaders | Nursing

JUNE 15, 2023

Newly approved legislation helps to address the 'dire shortage of healthcare workers in our state,' governor says. Working certified nurse aides (CNAs) in Hawai'i who want to make the leap to become a licensed practical nurse (LPN) are getting a boost with legislation that Gov. Josh Green, MD , signed into legislation. In addressing that statewide shortage of healthcare workers, Green signed legislation that appropriates $130,000 for instructional costs for the Certified Nurse Aide-to-Practical

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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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Empowered Nurses

JUNE 15, 2023

Dear Nurses, you are the unsung heroes of the healthcare system, spreading compassion and care with every step you take. We understand that your journey can be challenging, but we’re here to support you. In this blog post, we will delve into the top 10 ways to empower and uplift you, so you can shine even brighter in your invaluable role. Embrace the Power of Appreciation: Nurses, your dedication and tireless efforts deserve nothing less than our heartfelt appreciation.

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Post University

JUNE 15, 2023

Cory Kreutzer grew up dreaming of becoming a doctor and stuck to that plan when she headed off to college at the University of Colorado at Denver in the mid-1990s. But when the time came to start applying to medical school, she was concerned that her GPA wasn’t strong enough—she worked almost full-time through college. “At that point, I decided nursing school might be a better plan,” says Cory, a native of Colorado.

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Minority Nurse

JUNE 15, 2023

Nurses’ hearts and minds are like living libraries of patients’ stories. In the intimate container of trust created in the nurse-patient relationship, a tapestry of memories, confessions, and reflections are woven, and the nurse is privileged to be privy to such soulful sharing. As nurses, what are we to do when we’re the repositories of so much of the richness of our patient’s lives, including the tragic, the comedic, and the mundane?

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Daily Nurse

JUNE 15, 2023

Big data and machine learning already impact most aspects of modern life, so there is growing optimism about using artificial intelligence (AI) to transform health provider education. Cristina Lussiana is a senior program manager of digital health and monitoring at Population Services International ( PSI ) and an expert in the health applications of AI.

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Becker's Hospital Review

JUNE 15, 2023

As artificial intelligence becomes more integrated into hospitals and patient care, questions arise as to when and how often nurses can override the algorithm and if disciplinary action should be given for wrong decisions, The Wall Street Journal reported June 15.

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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

Hospital Recruiting | Nursing

JUNE 15, 2023

Healthcare professionals are dedicated to providing the best possible care for their patients. Even the most skilled and well-intentioned professionals, however, can make career mistakes that may hinder their growth, impact their job satisfaction, or even end their medical careers. By recognizing potential pitfalls, you can avoid career mistakes, ensuring your career and future opportunities continue to flourish.

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Becker's Hospital Review

JUNE 15, 2023

A donation from the founder and CEO of Jersey Mike's sandwich franchise supported the launch of a new institute for nursing leadership and practice excellence at Edison, N.J.-based Hackensack Meridian Health.

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Premier Medical Staffing

JUNE 15, 2023

Job Information Job Profession: Benefits of Taking Time Off Between Travel Nursing Contracts Job State: Job Location: Job Specialty: Job Assignment: Nursing is an inherently stressful profession , and f or travel nurses, changing scenery every 13 weeks can compound stress. Travel nursing comes with so many amazing benefits, but it is not without its challenges.

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Becker's Hospital Review

JUNE 15, 2023

The spotlight on social determinants of health during the height of COVID-19, public outcry over the death of George Floyd, and the Black Lives Matter movement have highlighted the need to focus on diversity, equity and inclusion efforts in U.S. hospitals — for employees and patients.

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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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NRC Health

JUNE 15, 2023

Ryan Donohue, Strategic Advisor at NRC Health, explains that while most parents believed parenting was difficult before the pandemic, post-COVID parenting remains rife with challenges. The post Co-Navigating Care: How to bolster the parent-child bond in post-COVID pediatrics appeared first on NRC Health.

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Post University

JUNE 15, 2023

Post’s American Sentinel College of Nursing & Health Sciences granted $1 million to support aspiring nurse educators WATERBURY, Conn. (June 15, 2023) – To help combat the nation’s nursing shortage, Post University’s American Sentinel College of Nursing & Health Sciences received a $1 million Nurse Faculty Loan Program (NFLP) grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration.

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Nurse Deck

JUNE 15, 2023

Traditionally, the nursing profession has been female-dominated. However, a growing trend sees more males entering the field, bringing diversity, new perspectives, and strengthening the healthcare workforce. This blog will explore the growth of male nurses, the benefits they bring, factors driving this trend, the challenges they face, and ways to encourage more men to choose nursing as a career.

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Symplr

JUNE 15, 2023

Each month we provide a roundup of news, awards, and insights from symplr's thought leaders. symplr awarded four Digital Health Awards The Digital Health Awards honors the world’s best digital health resources.

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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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Consult QD

JUNE 15, 2023

Faced with a growing need to provide clinical learning experiences, healthcare leaders are increasingly looking to simulation as a practical, hands-on solution. In particular, virtual reality (VR) is rapidly gaining momentum as a novel teaching tool, thanks to its ability to engage trainees in high-tech, experiential scenarios. But how well does VR live up to the hype?

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Health Leaders | Nursing

JUNE 15, 2023

Newly approved legislation helps to address the 'dire shortage of healthcare workers in our state,' governor says. Working certified nurse aides (CNAs) in Hawai‘i who want to make the leap to become a licensed practical nurse (LPN) are getting a boost with legislation that Gov. Josh Green, MD , signed into legislation. In addressing that statewide shortage of healthcare workers, Green signed legislation that appropriates $130,000 for instructional costs for the Certified Nurse Aide-to-Practical

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The Gypsy Nurse

JUNE 15, 2023

AMN Healthcare provided this article. Admittedly, it’s hard to achieve the perfect work-life balance as a nurse. The hours are long, and nursing is an inherently stressful profession, one that already carries a risk of burnout. On top of that, there is the challenge of the ongoing nursing workforce shortage, further exacerbating the problem. Plus, if you’re a travel nurse , you may be living a long way from home and your usual support system.

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Advances in Nursing Science

JUNE 15, 2023

Our current featured article in ANS is titled “A Concept Analysis of Structural Competency” authored by Katerina Melino, MS, PMHNP-BC; Joanne Olson, PhD, RN, FAAN; and Carla Hilario, PhD, RN. We welcome you to download this article at no cost while it is featured on the web!

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Minority Nurse

JUNE 15, 2023

Each year, the third week of June is a time to recognize and honor the work of certified nursing assistants with CNA Week. Celebrated this year from June 15 to 23, the National Association of Health Care Assistants (NAHCA) sponsors the week and helps draw attention to the vital work certified nursing assistants do. According to the NAHCA, nearly one million CNAs are in the workforce.

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Becker's Hospital Review

JUNE 15, 2023

An Indiana nurse is accused of injecting herself with pain medications prescribed to patients at Community Hospital Anderson, the Star Press reported June 14.

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JUNE 15, 2023

Yu Yu Htwe had never had dental problems, so she was surprised when a dentist told her she had three cavities at her first appointment in this small city in western Montana. Htwe, 38, is from Myanmar and worked as an OB-GYN there until a military coup overthrew the government in February 2021. Alongside other medical workers, she participated in a civil disobedience movement against the military, and, fearing reprisal, fled the country with her husband and young daughter.

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Consult QD

JUNE 15, 2023

A recent study led by Cleveland Clinic experts revealed ongoing demographic disparities in lung cancer mortality, according to data presented during the 2023 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) annual meeting. These findings underscore the importance of targeted interventions, such as tailored health education on smoking cessation and concerted efforts to increase clinical trial participation for individuals at higher risk of worse outcomes.

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Scrubs

JUNE 15, 2023

A new law in Iowa prevents children from learning about HIV and HPV in school. It is part of Gov. Kim Reynolds’s “parental rights” legislation, which would also ban books that depict sex from school libraries except for religious texts, such as the Bible, Torah, and Qur’an. The law also prohibits “gender identity” and “sexual orientation” educational materials for students in kindergarten through grade six.

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Consult QD

JUNE 15, 2023

Editor’s note: This is a reprint of an article originally published in the Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine. Th e original can be found here. By Alexa Nicole Fiffick, DO, MBS, NCMP, Tara K. Iyer, MD, NCMP, Tiffany Cochran, MD, MA, NCMP and Pelin Batur, MD, FACP, NCMP ABSTRACT With high rates of unintended pregnancy in the United States, it is crucial for clinicians to be well-informed about the full spectrum of contraceptive options to improve reproductive autonomy.

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