Daily Nurse

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Still, it’s a function that takes time away from a provider organization’s real mission, which is to deliver care to patients. A nurse’s ability to spend additional time and focus at the point of care improves patient safety and outcomes, as the study published in Medical Care shows.

Travel Nursing

Nurse.com

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

A well-known piece of legislation for registered nurses, the Nurse Licensure Compact ( NLC ), allows nurses to have one license and practice in multiple states. This type of license is an example of how autonomy in nursing can ensure alignment across the healthcare industry’s nearly four million nurses.

Nurse Practitioner

Health Leaders | Nursing

JUNE 12, 2023

When UnityPoint Health began exploring new inpatient care delivery models, D’Andre Carpenter, DNP, RN , chief nursing officer, wanted to go beyond the concept of team-based care to position nurses and other clinicians to practice at the top of their license. Carpenter: The ability to practice at top of license.

Chief Nursing Officer

American Nurse

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

The impact on nurse and patient satisfaction Takeaways: Challenged by the insufficient pipeline of clinical nurses required to backfill the vacancies created by the COVID-19 pandemic, current care delivery models require redesign. Newly licensed nurses’ stress and intent to leave during a pandemic. J Nurs Manag. doi:10.1097/nnd.0000000000000958

LPN

Nurse.com

JULY 25, 2022

For example, the report found that persons who identify as Hispanic or Latinx are underrepresented across all nursing license types compared to their proportion in the U.S. When implemented correctly, DEI efforts can increase access to care for diverse patient populations, improve care quality, and deliver higher patient satisfaction.

APRN

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

JULY 5, 2024

1 Instead of traveling to a clinic for an in-person visit, patients communicate with a licensed virtual PT via phone call or videoconference and attend the appointment from home. It may be a fit for patients who will benefit from appointments where physical guidance from the PT is not necessary.

Licensing

American Nurse

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

And rather than talking down to the patient, they explain things calmly, using everyday language and avoiding arcane medical jargon. The power of humility A growing body of research demonstrates that clinicians’ humility positively affects patient satisfaction, health outcomes and overall care. Read the original article.

Self-Care

American Nurse

MARCH 2, 2023

These unlicensed persons have not completed nursing education programs or met other licensing requirements. In many instances, substitutions of unlicensed personnel for licensed nurses clearly violates state nurse practice acts. At the very least, it is not in the interest of the health, safety, and welfare of the public.”

Nurse Shortage

Minority Nurse

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

. “A 2015 systematic review of ten randomized controlled trials found that NPs ‘ demonstrated equal or better outcomes than physician groups for physiologic measures, patient satisfaction, and cost.’ ’ Our ability to foster trust is the cornerstone of these positive outcomes.”

Nurse Practitioner

Minority Nurse

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

A bullying culture contributes to a poor nurse work environment, increased risk to patients, lower Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) patient satisfaction scores, and greater nurse turnover, which costs the average hospital $4 million to $7 million a year.

Preceptors

Consult QD

MAY 12, 2023

Our hope is that our work will improve turnover and caregiver and patient satisfaction,” Connelly added. Consider current staffing models and capitalize on technology, standardization practices, flexibility and caregiver scope of practice so all caregivers practice to the top of their license.

Nursing Informatics

American Nurse

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

As for working on the floor, rules must be established for safe patient assignments; floating should include thorough orientation and training, and every code or major incident should require debriefing so that bedside nurses feel adequately trained and prepared and their licenses protected. It comes back to being listened to.

Nurse Shortage

Nurse.com

AUGUST 12, 2022

Medical-surgical nursing addresses a wide range of conditions and can involve caring for patients who have suffered a stroke, undergone a tracheostomy, and much more. Before they can earn their critical care certification, nurses must have an unencumbered RN or advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) license.

Nursing Certifications

Health Leaders | Nursing

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

"When nurses are not overwhelmed by excessive patient assignments, they can maintain a healthier work-life balance, experience less emotional exhaustion, and feel more engaged and fulfilled in their roles," Tilton said. Additionally, staffing ratios can allow nurses to practice at the top of their license, according to Tilton.

Chief Nursing Officer

Nurse.com

APRIL 14, 2022

“States with FPA demonstrate a proven track record for increasing accessibility and patient satisfaction, while maintaining excellent care quality and outcomes,” Kapu said in a release. “NPs could obtain a business license and run their practice in ways that best serve their patient population.”.

Nurse Practitioner

Health Leaders | Nursing

MAY 1, 2023

Our coordinators who support the navigators are the ones making the appointments and authorizations, which allows our navigators and nurses to practice to the top of their license. Other health systems and cancer centers do this, but we pulled from different models and tweaked it to be patient-centric and physician-centric.

Best Practices

Daily Nurse

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Higher quality care, reduction in errors, and increased patient satisfaction scores. Leaders who walk the talk. Remarkably low nurse turnover. An increased ability to attract and recruit top-tier nursing talent. We are so proud of our certified nurses and their commitment to lifelong learning.”

Professional Development

Nurse.com

AUGUST 12, 2022

Medical-surgical nursing addresses a wide range of conditions and can involve caring for patients who have suffered a stroke, undergone a tracheostomy, and much more. Before they can earn their critical care certification, nurses must have an unencumbered RN or advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) license.

Nursing Certifications

Nurse Code

JULY 4, 2022

Created and implemented action care plans to improve staff development and patient care delivery. Key Accomplishment: Improved patient satisfaction scores by over 45% through health care team improvements and staff development Nurse Skills Section The skills section of a Nurse Manager’s Resume is quite important.

Resume

Post University

AUGUST 14, 2024

Rather than keeping nurses out of the conversation, nurse leaders have been invited to have a seat at the table; they often work collaboratively with physicians and other providers in the care team to ensure patients receive the personalized care they need.

Leadership

Registered Nursing

APRIL 4, 2025

Obtain RN Licensure You must pass the NCLEX-RN exam to become a licensed registered nurse. Research shows that care provided by FNPs is comparable in quality to that of physicians, with high patient satisfaction and better health outcomes in many cases. Earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) This is the foundational step.

Nurse Practitioner

Every Nurse

APRIL 29, 2023

NP’s have a higher degree of autonomy and can work independently or collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare professionals to provide high-quality healthcare services to patients. Nurse practitioners are highly trained healthcare professionals who hold advanced degrees in nursing.

Nurse Practitioner

Every Nurse

MAY 22, 2023

By staying current with the latest evidence-based research, clinical guidelines, and protocols, they can provide the best possible care to their patients. This can lead to better outcomes and higher patient satisfaction. These may include CE requirements, licensing requirements, and scope of practice regulations.

Continuing Education

Relias

MARCH 12, 2025

For example, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) mandate facility assessments in long-term care facilities to ensure that staff competencies align with the needs of the patient population. You can reduce medical errors and improve patient satisfaction by proactively assessing and developing your staff.

Long Term Care

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

9 While requirements vary by state, OTs are generally required to continue their education to maintain their license. Interpersonal and communication skills – An open line of communication between an OT and their clients is key to successful results and patient satisfaction.

Leadership

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Psychology majors often cultivate quality communication methods to establish trust and rapport with patients, deliver treatment plans and partner with fellow healthcare professionals. In addition, all states require licensure in order to practice; however, state licenses are usually based on the results of the NBCOT Certification Examination.

Mental Health

Every Nurse

MAY 21, 2023

The Scope of Practice for Certified Nurse Midwives Certified nurse midwives (CNMs) are licensed healthcare providers who are trained to provide a broad range of services related to women’s health. Research has shown that continuity of care can improve health outcomes , increase patient satisfaction, and reduce healthcare costs.

Health Outcomes

American Nurse

MAY 3, 2024

Project development Our multidisciplinary team of three RNs, one licensed acupuncturist from the integrative medicine department, and an advanced practice provider manager represented diverse settings, including adult, pediatric, acute care, ambulatory care, pain management, medical-surgical, and integrative medicine.

Nursing Informatics

Every Nurse

JANUARY 18, 2023

The greatest challenge is that the focus hasn’t shifted from patient satisfaction to productivity, it has expanded, making it imperative for organizations to achieve lofty quality, safety, and patient satisfaction metrics while keeping productivity high, which means fewer nurses and aides on the floor at any given time.

Patient Satisfaction

American Nurse

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Criteria for inclusion were currently licensed and actively practicing as a SC NP, CNM or CNS. A national survey of nurse practitioners’ patient satisfaction outcomes. The APRN email lists were obtained from four regional NP and CNS groups, one statewide CNM group, and the South Carolina Nurses Association (SCNA). 17 Liu, C.

APRN

Scrubs

APRIL 28, 2023

“Nurses know it is impossible to provide the equivalent quality of hospital care to patients in their homes as these programs falsely claim to do,” said Cokie Giles, a registered nurse and president of the CNA. Patients enrolled in the program must meet established clinical and safety criteria.

Patient Satisfaction