Amercan Journal of Nursing

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

They need to help the patients who really need it.” This vignette, while invented, may seem familiar to many nurses, since it captures common elements of assisted-fall scenarios that occur in hospitals across the country. In this moment, she considers only the risk of injury to the patient, injuring herself in the process.

Self-Care 79

Self-Care Education 79

American Medical Compliance

APRIL 16, 2024

The following Core Elements of Antibiotic Stewardship Training educates healthcare providers on the importance of antibiotic stewardship in healthcare. Additionally, antibiotic stewardship is the effort to measure and improve how clinicians prescribe antibiotics to patients who use them.

Professional Development 97

Professional Development Continuing Education Leadership Education 97

Daily Nurse

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Healthcare professionals work tirelessly to provide care and support for their patients, often at the expense of their physical and mental well-being. EAPs boost healthcare workers’ mental health and well-being, enabling them to manage stress, prevent burnout, and provide high-quality patient care.

Mental Health 99

Mental Health Promotion Communication Continuing Education 99

Every Nurse

FEBRUARY 4, 2023

Four Steps to Become a CNA A certified nursing assistant (CNA) is a health care professional who provides basic nursing care and support to patients and residents in assisted living, independent living, nursing homes, hospitals, and other health care facilities.

Private Practice 98

Private Practice LPN Licensing Education 98

American Medical Compliance

MARCH 5, 2024

The following Dressing, Grooming, and Bathing Training for CNAs is designed to educate certified nursing assistants (CNAs) on the significance of dressing, grooming, and bathing in maintaining the health of patients. Furthermore, care efforts need to be meaningfully informed by these claims for full patient satisfaction.

Long Term Care 52

Long Term Care Patient Satisfaction Best Practices Communication 52

American Nurse

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Having a dedicated nursing team assist with central-line insertions reduced infections by 47%, a three-year program at UNC Health in Chapel Hill, N.C. We were eager to evaluate whether having a dedicated nursing team to observe and assist would make a difference in patient outcomes in our hospital,” she said.

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Joyce

MARCH 25, 2024

Animal-Assisted Occupational Therapy: How Animals Can Improve Patient Health From pleasant puppy encounters to mood-boosting kitten videos, animals make people happy. Animal-assisted Occupational Therapy (OT), also known as pet therapy, uses animals to help with OT patients’ psychological, emotional, mental, and cognitive health.

Mental Health 52

Mental Health Licensing Education 52

CynaMed

APRIL 10, 2024

2 minute read ypicallySkilled nursing homes provide a wide range of physical and mental support for senior patients. Medical care in skilled nursing facilities includes occupational therapy, speech therapy, physical therapy, wound care, intravenous therapy, and much more. Are you wondering how to find skilled nursing homes?

Long Term Care 52

Long Term Care Licensing Education Nursing Skills 52

Consult QD

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The need for high-quality patient care nursing assistants (PCNAs) is on the rise, as hospitals continue to rely on ancillary caregivers to mitigate the national post-pandemic nursing shortage. Papagianis: PCNAs truly lay the foundation for basic clinical care. Perez: PCNAs are crucial members of our med-surg teams.

Professional Development 104

Professional Development LPN Patient Experience Nurse Shortage 104

Health Leaders | Nursing

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Creating a safe patient handling program can help reduce injuries and time lost due to injury. One concern for nurses is the use of equipment to handle patients who are less mobile and need assistance, says Deana Sievert, Chief Nursing Officer at Ohio State Wexner University and Ross Heart Hospitals.

Chief Nursing Officer 64

Chief Nursing Officer Promotion Leadership Education 64

Joyce

MARCH 25, 2024

Volunteer Occupational Therapy Work There’s never been a better time to work as an Occupational Therapy Assistant ( OTA ). Geriatric Facilities Geriatric care makes up a large percentage of the OT industry, and most OTAs work with older individuals at some point in their career. You’ll also receive on-site training and orientation.

Resume 52

Resume Leadership Communication 52

Registered Nursing

OCTOBER 3, 2023

In the healthcare industry, there are numerous vital roles that contribute to patient care and the overall functioning of medical facilities. Two positions that are often compared and sometimes confused are Medical Assistants (MAs) and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs). Maintaining patient records.

Long Term Care 52

Long Term Care LPN Education Licensing 52

Joyce

APRIL 1, 2024

Occupational Therapy vs Physical Therapy Both occupational therapy and physical therapy are important healing modalities that help patients live full lives. PT is focused on patients’ physiology and helps them build physical strength, range of motion, and flexibility. Help clients perform daily tasks and practice self-care.

Job Outlook 52

Job Outlook Resume Education Self-Care 52

American Medical Compliance

MAY 7, 2024

The following Dementia Patient and Caregiver Needs Training for Healthcare Providers course educates healthcare providers on working with caregivers to support dementia patients. Informal, or unpaid, caregivers provide nearly 85% of all care offered to older individuals. Women primarily handle caregiving.

Professional Development 52

Professional Development Continuing Education Education 52

Daily Nurse

APRIL 12, 2023

University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa student Yasmeen LaTore is leading the ʻImi Ola Piha Homeless Triage Center as program manager, helping Oʻahu homeless patients to ‘seek one’s fullest life’ while completing her doctor of nursing practice (DNP) at the Nancy Atmospera-Walch School of Nursing (NAWSON).

Best Practices 109

Best Practices Nurse Educator Education 109

Nursing Review

MAY 13, 2024

One hundred endometriosis nurses will be specially trained and stationed in regional, rural and remote parts of the country to help improve the outcomes for the hundreds of thousands of Australians afflicted with the chronic disease. It follows an announcement from the federal government that Tuesday’s budget would include a $49.1m

Medicare 52

Medicare 52

Minority Nurse

APRIL 25, 2024

In the press of caring for patients, family nurse practitioners (FNPs) must tend to a patient ’ s physical well-being and mental health. Caring for a patient ’ s mental status can be vital to meeting healthcare needs. As primary care providers, FNPS play a significant role in tending to mental health concerns.

Mental Health 64

Mental Health APRN Nurse Practitioner Self-Care 64

Diversity Nursing

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Hospitals must prioritize precautions and preparedness measures to mitigate the risk of violence against staff, patients, and visitors. Offering support services such as counseling and employee assistance programs can greatly assist staff in managing stress and trauma effectively. Workplace violence is a serious growing concern.

Promotion 69

Promotion Communication Education 69

Every Nurse

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

It May Soon Be a Requirement Why an RN-to-BSN With No Pre Reqs Can Hurt Your Career 6 Reasons Nurses Quit Develop These Nursing Skills to Maximize Patient Care 4 Elements of Time Management New Nurses Need to Know People typically connect nursing to caring for ill patients at the hospital bedside.

Nurse Entrepreneurs 98

Nurse Entrepreneurs Nurse Practitioner Clinical Nurse Specialist Private Practice 98

American Medical Compliance

DECEMBER 27, 2023

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) has been a cornerstone in safeguarding patient information for nearly three decades. This blog will also feature insights on AMC’s course “HIPAA Training for Healthcare Providers.” They evolve to address new challenges and technologies.

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HIPAA Telemedicine Health Insurance Legal Issues 66

IntelyCare

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Every day, we rely on the dedication of individuals who make incredible sacrifices to keep us safe, well-protected, and cared for in our times of need. Kelsi played a critical role in helping injured soldiers, marines, airmen, and sailors who were arriving back home in immediate need of care.

Military 105

Military LPN Licensing Resume 105

Daily Nurse

APRIL 24, 2024

Temitope (Temi) Oseromi, MSN, RN, CCRN-K, became the nurse manager of GBMC Healthcare’s Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) and Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) in early 2022. She communicates consistently with both units about staffing and other support needed to ensure smooth workflow and patient care.

Promotion 103

Promotion Leadership Communication Nurse Manager 103

Minority Nurse

MAY 15, 2024

I became a nurse because of my passion for caring for people and my deep-seated empathy for those in need. Furthermore, as an advocate for diversity in healthcare , I recognized the importance of ensuring that all individuals receive equitable and compassionate care regardless of their background. Why did you become a nurse?

Nurse Shortage 105

Nurse Shortage Leadership Promotion Bedside nursing 105

Daily Nurse

MARCH 23, 2023

We need to change the standards to permit one-third of clinical training to be obtained through simulation training— innovative, state-of-the-art simulation experiences that mimic real-life patient care scenarios in a safe learning environment. The future health of our communities depends on it.

Nurse Shortage 90

Nurse Shortage Retirement Education 90

American Medical Compliance

MAY 6, 2024

The following Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect Training for Healthcare Providers course educates healthcare providers on the signs of child abuse and neglect and how mandatory reporters report child abuse and neglect cases. As a healthcare provider, it is extremely important to help your patients stay safe.

Professional Development 52

Professional Development Continuing Education Education 52

CynaMed

OCTOBER 30, 2023

2 minute read Caring for patients in a healthcare setting is not an easy job. There are many moving parts and duties, even in primary care. This is where certified nursing assistants (CNAs) come in. These are healthcare professionals who help support patients and nurses to help provide the best care possible.

Nursing Care Facilities 52

Nursing Care Facilities Licensing Education 52

Consult QD

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Healthcare facilities that manage patients with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease have reported success in reducing confusion and agitation when using baby dolls or toy dogs and cats. Cai says the training was designed to reduce nurse-to-nurse scoring variations and improve the fidelity of data collection.

Nurse Manager 109

Nurse Manager Patient Experience 109

Registered Nursing

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is an excellent entry point for individuals interested in pursuing a career in healthcare. CNAs play a vital role in patient care, providing essential assistance to nurses and ensuring the well-being of patients.

Long Term Care 52

Long Term Care Communication Education Leadership 52

CynaMed

OCTOBER 9, 2023

CNA stands for certified nursing assistant. These professionals assist nurses in many ways, including helping patients with dressing, bathing, eating, and more. Starting a CNA Career at an Assisted Living Facility The first step to becoming a CNA is to sign up for a CNA training program.

Licensing 52

Licensing 52

American Nurse

MAY 2, 2024

Patient-centered, interprofessional care supports self-management. Takeaways: Several innovations—insulin, glucometers, insulin pens—have helped to improve diabetes care and management Many of the current technologies are out of reach for some patients. In 2022, the estimated total cost of diabetes care was $413 billion.

Self-Care 94

Self-Care Education Health Literacy Promotion 94

Health Leaders | Nursing

APRIL 10, 2023

Including advanced practice providers in a practice redesign benefits physicians and patients, nurse leader says. Dimsdale spoke with HealthLeaders about how she and her colleagues collaborated to benefit both Duke’s clinicians and patients. We have a lot of patients, and we don’t have the resources that we used to have.

Pharmaceutical 111

Pharmaceutical Nurse Practitioner Private Practice Medicaid 111

Consult QD

OCTOBER 26, 2023

to formally train caregivers to work in the specialty. CRNAs are in great demand largely because of the high acuity of the patients they serve, and we continually try to do our part by preparing our students to provide exceptional care.” We recruit the highest-quality critical care nurses we can find.”

Patient Advocacy 104

Patient Advocacy Licensing Education 104

Daily Nurse

APRIL 17, 2024

The biggest joy of my career is connecting with patients. I always looked up to them and the way they interacted with patients. Returning to Her Roots When a patient care coordinator role became available on the fifth-floor medical-surgical telemetry unit, Scatton knew it was her calling. They knew so much. says Scatton.

LPN 103

LPN Care coordination Leadership Licensing 103

Health Leaders | Nursing

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Nurses’ understanding of patients and recognizing gaps in care provides a unique perspective to the use of technology and other innovative processes to offer appropriate care for each patient. Engineers are trained to solve problems and create solutions.

Education 119

Education 119

Every Nurse

MARCH 29, 2023

CAREER PATHS Is a Medical Assistant Considered a Nurse? Updated March 30, 2023 by EveryNurse Staff Writers Medical assistants and nurses both play essential roles in the healthcare industry, but they are not the same. Is a Medical Assistant a Nurse? No, a medical assistant is not considered a nurse.

LPN 52

LPN Education 52

American Nurse

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

They should consider retention bonuses, incentives for nurses willing to train new nurses or nursing students (paid-time-off, additional pay per hour), all Federal holidays paid, increased night shift differential, and additional weekend differentials. First and foremost, nurses require better pay. It comes back to being listened to.

Nurse Shortage 104

Nurse Shortage Bedside nursing Work-Life Balance Preceptors 104

Minority Nurse

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

I am able to influence patient care and outcomes through three spheres of practice: patients, nurses, and the system/organization. I have had the pleasure of working with multidisciplinary teams to provide quality care to patients through a multitude of venues. Flexibility is one of the keys to nursing.

Clinical Nurse Specialist 98

Clinical Nurse Specialist APRN Professional Development Continuing Education 98