Nurse Practitioners in Business
DECEMBER 3, 2022
The last couple of years have seen a steep uptick in business startups in the US… we’re talking millions on new businesses! There’s been a renewed interest in going out on one’s own, working for oneself, and waving “goodbye” to the boss. And that includes Nurse Practitioners. We’ve observed a growing interest in how to start a private practice within the Nurse Practitioner community.
The Nursing Site
DECEMBER 31, 2022
Happy New Year 2023! Ring out the old. Discard the bad and unnecessary from the past. Open the door to new experiences, challenges and successes! Drink in all the new energy and recharge. There is lots to do in 2023! The post Happy New Year 2023 first appeared on The Nursing Site.
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Josephine Ensign
DECEMBER 30, 2022
My former late and great writing mentor, Waverly Fitzgerald, had those of us in her Shipping Group (a writing support and accountability group) do an end-of-year review of our writing. Being an accountability group focused on ‘shipping’ pieces of writing and writing-related grant applications, it ended up being more of a tally sheet: useful when starting out on my writing life.
New Thing Nurse
DECEMBER 26, 2022
The Year End Job Review: Am I happy? By: Sarah K. Wells, MSN, RN, CEN, CNL As we near the end of 2022, I encourage everyone to look at their job and review your professional situation against the criteria - am I happy? Here are a few prompts to consider: What do I like and not like about my current role? Does work bring me positive or negative stress?
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.
The Nurse Sabbatical
DECEMBER 1, 2022
Will was the first book that I read for the year. Nonfiction is one of my favorite genres as I love to read about people’s life stories, and this did not disappoint. The book shares Will Smith’s life as a child and how he viewed his father as a hero. He shares his perspective on growing up and how his upbringing was influenced by his father’s disciplined lifestyle and the love from his mother and “Mom-Mom” (his grandmother.
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Daily Nurse
DECEMBER 19, 2022
Christmas and New Year’s Eve are holidays to take time off and enjoy with our loved ones, but for some nurses, the holidays can mean another shift to take over— one that can be more stressful during a time it feels like others are opening presents. However, nurses still celebrate just like other workers who […].
The Nursing Site
DECEMBER 23, 2022
Wishing everyone happy holidays– whatever you celebrate! Please stay SAFE! Drive and travel safe! Stay well. There is a Tripledemic ongoing. Take necessary precautions. Soups and liquids and lots of rest. Handwashing!!! And dispose of tissues quickly and safely. Wear a mask if it’s called for! Be well and enjoy your time with loved ones.
Minority Nurse
DECEMBER 13, 2022
Culturally competent nursing mentorship for nursing students, nurses, or faculty often remains challenging when the mentor needs to reflect on the mentee. Understanding diversity in higher education and the strategies to improve culturally competent guidance is looked at through the lens of mentoring. Brief History. The term ‘mentor’ was adopted from Mentor, a Greek mythological figure in Homer’s “Odyssey.
New Thing Nurse
DECEMBER 4, 2022
By: Sarah K. Wells, MSN, RN, CEN, CNL Change is hard. Making that change happen can be even harder, especially when it is happening in your nursing career. When preparing for your next job change, use these strategies to support your mental wellness and professional success: Think about your strengths - When you think about your path forward, consider your strengths.
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
Board Vitals - Nursing
DECEMBER 29, 2022
The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) are the governing boards that administer tests to examinees seeking to become certified as a nurse practitioner. Both ANCC certification and AANP certification are credentials that demonstrate the necessary expertise by nurse practitioners. There are multiple FNP exam areas including Family, Adult-Gerontology, Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Midwifery and Psychiatric.
Nurse.com
DECEMBER 29, 2022
The present state of 21st century health care has begun to spur a greater need to reevaluate what should be expected of nurse leadership — especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. In many academic studies and articles, transformational leadership has been identified as the model framework for nurse leaders to learn and demonstrate. Although the components are foundational, there is always room for nurse leaders to grow their leadership skills.
Daily Nurse
DECEMBER 21, 2022
San Luis Obispo nurse Elissa Molfino is used to caring for her patients, but her patients’ pets, not so much. But that’s what happened when she volunteered to do when a patient who’d suffered a bad fall showed up at the French Hospital Medical Center. Molfino can now add crisis dog rescuer to her resume […].
The Nursing Site
DECEMBER 15, 2022
If you or someone you know needs help with thoughts of suicide please call 988! Dance has always been a big part of my life. I remember vividly seeing this young man compete on So You Think You Can Dance a few years ago and I began following his career. He was a bright light on Ellen and wherever he has guested over these short years. He was a beautiful ray of light and sunshine always.
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.
Minority Nurse
DECEMBER 27, 2022
Getting your MSN degree in nursing is a significant step in mapping out the next part of a nursing career. But making this decision and choosing the right program for your personal and professional goals takes a lot of research and thought. An MSN degree offers more profound knowledge and experience, leading to more significant career opportunities.
The Nurse Break
DECEMBER 15, 2022
The ultimate nursing guide to sepsis Written by Matthew Javni – ICU Critical Care Nurse, Melbourne Australia. It is important to note that this document does not serve as a substitute for your organization’s policies and procedures. This is intended for educational purposes and combines evidence drawn from current literature and clinical experiences.
Healthy Workforce Institute
DECEMBER 14, 2022
As 2022 comes to an end, we can look back and agree, bullying and incivility have finally received the attention they deserve. There is evidence that employees are burned out and leaving because of a toxic work culture. As we wrap up the year, we would like to share ten strategies our team has published throughout the year so you can take action against bullying and incivility in your department.
Nurse.com
DECEMBER 1, 2022
Whether you’re a nursing student or recently graduated, it’s always a good time to build or update your resume. The required elements on a nursing resume frequently change, so for nursing students and new nurses, knowing the most important components and executing them well can help them land their first or next nursing role. But what details should you include, and what should you leave out?
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.
Daily Nurse
DECEMBER 8, 2022
It’s that time of year, and the flu is hitting hard. While nurses learn all about the flu vaccine and treatment in nursing school and life, it’s good to revisit some basics—especially when healthcare experts strongly urge people to get the vaccination. Ernest J. Grant, Ph.D., RN, FAAN, President of the American Nurses Association, talked […].
Diversity Nursing
DECEMBER 11, 2022
Photo: Forensic Technology Center of Excellence. Bruises are one of the most common injuries observed on victims of violent crime, such as victims of sexual assault and domestic violence, according to the National Institute of Justice (NIJ). "Bruise detection and diagnosis are currently conducted by sight, under regular light, and bruises are often difficult to see on victims of violence depending on their skin color and the age of their injury.
Minority Nurse
DECEMBER 6, 2022
For the last two years, hospitals have been reliant on travel nurses, with the demand for travel nurses skyrocketing. However, turnover has recently begun to increase, and hospitals and health systems are facing a turning point in addressing the staffing shortage crisis. Minority Nurse chatted with Beth Brooks , Ph.D., RN, and Clinical Advisor of Vivian Health, about how travel nursing is changing the nursing workforce and what hospitals can do to reconfigure the work environment to optimize the
The Nurse Break
DECEMBER 14, 2022
I’m Cynarra, you could say that I have been practicing being a nurse since I was born. I grew up with a sister with complex disabilities due to spina bifida (myelomeningocele). She communicated by nonverbal communication mostly including finger-pointing, selecting with her eyes and other body language cues. I developed skills of observation and communicating in different ways other than the usual ‘speaking’.
Symplr
DECEMBER 12, 2022
The symplr Compass Survey of technology leaders, all members of the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME), found them motivated to digitally transform their healthcare operations despite financial pressure, widespread healthcare workforce problems, and other challenges. Next, we asked symplr's top executives to share their outlook for healthcare operations and technology. symplr CEO BJ Schaknowski's responses and reactions follow. .
Nurse.com
DECEMBER 6, 2022
While the holiday season can be a meaningful opportunity to spend time with family and recharge your batteries, healthcare is one of the few industries exempt from downtime or a more relaxed pace during the winter months. In fact, as many nurses attest, holiday nursing stress can be extremely challenging. . By nature, nurses serve patients because of an internal desire to help the sick and vulnerable members of society.
Daily Nurse
DECEMBER 6, 2022
New survey results from the North Carolina Nurses Association (NCNA) show the North Carolina nurse population is increasingly facing severe challenges on multiple fronts, with little reason for optimism in the short term. The pre-pandemic shortage of nurses willing to work at the bedside is worsening, workplace violence incidents continue to rise at an alarming […].
Hospital Recruiting | Nursing
DECEMBER 28, 2022
The final few months of the year are a great time for for quiet reflection. With 2022 coming to a close and 2023 right around the corner, we’d like to take a moment to recap the best blogs HospitalRecruiting that were published this year. Our job board is proud to continue offering resources for healthcare professionals and employers alike, so today we would like to recognize the standouts.
Minority Nurse
DECEMBER 15, 2022
You’ve been working as a shift nurse for a few years. You love it, and you love caring for patients. But there’s always been something else calling to you: leadership. How do you start? What steps should you take? Do you need more education? Don’t worry; we’ve got you covered. Making the Shift to Leadership. “Think about how you want to influence the health care system at large,” says Rachel Neill, MSN, RN, CPPS, Founder of InnovatRN Consulting, Chief Clinical Advisor for HealthEdGlobal, and a C
The Nurse Break
DECEMBER 15, 2022
4 anaesthetic emergencies that new nurses need to be aware of? Written by Rory Tanner. Original full article here when we interviewed him about his career. He is a Peri-anaesthesia Clinical Nurse Specialist, Educator and Facilitator and the Founder of the Aussie Nurse Educator. Worth checking it out! The four main emergencies in anaesthesia practice are “cannot intubate, cannot oxygenate” (CICO), anaphylaxis, local anaesthetic toxicity and malignant hyperthermia.
Symplr
DECEMBER 19, 2022
Health system executives are ramping up efforts to control the proliferation of niche software solutions , opting for tools that integrate easily with existing core solutions and that help eliminate workforce frustration. symplr's Executive Customer Council (ECC) discussed this and other enterprise healthcare operations issues as they met December 1 for the ir final g athering in the inaugural year for the ECC.
Diversity Nursing
DECEMBER 19, 2022
Healthcare workers, especially Nurses, face more challenges today than ever. Nurses must quickly adapt to fluctuating Nurse-Patient ratios, evolving technology, and the evolutions of healthcare and how it affects the way we provide care to our patients. Medication errors are an unfortunate consequence of overwork, distraction, and system errors. The consequences of medication errors can range from minor to serious.
Daily Nurse
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Clinicians should approach their psychiatric care of adults with schizophrenia with a degree of cultural and intellectual humility, recognizing patients are the experts on their lived experience. It’s not feasible nor necessary for clinicians to become experts on each patient’s race, religion, culture, or beliefs. However, by practicing humility and curiosity, we can learn from […].
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