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How to Reduce Staffing Costs in Your NP Practice

Nurse Practitioners in Business

Last week’s article focused on tax deductions, specifically taking every allowable deduction , as it reduces the amount of taxes you must pay. Today, lets tackle a related topic practice expenses. While most practice expenses are tax-deductible and help lower the amount of taxes you must pay, it’s best to keep expenses to a minimum. Wait didnt you say that expenses help lower taxable income?

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So Over Flo

Emerging RN Leader

By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN I always recommend that nurse leaders remain curious when they hear things from their staff that conflict with their worldview. In a recent workshop, I asked for examples of conversations leaders had with their younger staff that surprised them. One nurse leader shared the following story: I […] The post So Over Flo appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.

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Sexual Harassment Prevention for Healthcare Facilities

American Medical Compliance

Sexual harassment is a serious issue that impacts workplaces across all industries, but in healthcare facilities, the stakes are especially high. The unique dynamics of healthcarelong hours, high-stress situations, and frequent close interactions with colleagues, patients, and visitorscreate conditions where incidents of harassment can more easily occur.

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Future Family Nurse Practitioner Wants to Give Back to Her Rural Arkansas Community

Post University

Healthcare has been of interest to Megan Evans since she participated in a shadowing program as a high school student. That experience, combined with the influence of her mother, a nursing school graduate, led Megan to the decision to major in nursing when she left her small town in Arkansas to attend Southern Arkansas University an hour away. Ive always liked caring for people, and I am a compassionate person by nature, says Megan.

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Fertility Benefits for Every Age: A HR Roadmap from Gen Z to Baby Boomers

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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AI in Healthcare: How Is AI Used in Healthcare and Future Trends

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Artificial intelligence (AI), or intelligence demonstrated by machines, heavily influences many industries. Applications of AI in healthcare can change patient lives, improve diagnostics and treatment and help patients and healthcare providers make quick, informed medical decisions. AI in the global healthcare market was valued at $16.61 billion in 2024, the total value of products and services sold, and is projected to reach $630.92 billion in 2033. 1 During the COVID-19 pandemic, AI in healthc

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A Journey of Perseverance and Purpose in Healthcare and Human Services

Minority Nurse

Lisa-Marie Ortega’s journey to earning her degree at Post University is one of resilience, determination, and a deep passion for serving others. After being just a few credits away from completing her undergraduate degree two decades ago, life took an unexpected turn. A series of family tragedies forced her to leave school, and over the years, she found herself facing professional roadblocks due to the lack of a degree.

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Nurse Practitioners Ranked No. 1 Job for the Second Year—Here’s Why Women’s Health NPs Are More Vital Than Ever

Daily Nurse

For the second year running, U.S. News & World Report has named Nurse Practitioners (NPs) the #1 job in America, a powerful affirmation of their critical role in an evolving healthcare landscape. The National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health (NPWH) is celebrating this momentnot just for the profession at large, but for the life-changing work of Women’s Health Nurse Practitioners (WHNP-BCs) who continue to fill care gaps for women and gender-diverse individuals

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After Years of Travel Nursing, Kentucky-Based Case Management Nurse Earns MSN

Post University

Dianna Medlin knew at five years old that she wanted to become a nurse one day. Her beloved grandmother was hospitalized just before her birthday that year, and when Dianna asked her family where the ambulance was taking her, their response was to a place where nurses could take care of her. I remember thinking that I wanted to take care of others like that too, says Dianna.

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You Do Have Choices When It Comes to Your Health and Healthcare

Nurses Advocates

I recently saw the quote from Andrew Weil in the image above on a friend’s Facebook page. It reminded me that so many people must stay with a doctor, a hospital, or another healthcare provider with whom they think they cannot ask questions or communicate their wishes. People (patients and family members) say they don’t want to question the doctor, say anything negative, or ask questions for fear of doubting or bringing up a problem.

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Healthcare Inequities: The Visible Challenges We Keep Leaving Behind

Nursology

Contributor: Kronthip Inmueang As an undergraduate nursing student, I understood that obtaining healthcare services in Thailand, my home country, was straightforward and equitable for everyone, regardless of poverty or social status, as I learned from the course material.

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Why Menopause Should Matter to Today’s Employers

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

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Nurse Essentials: What’s REALLY in a Nurse’s Bag?

Diversity Nursing

Every Nurse knows that a well-stocked bag can be the difference between a smooth shift and a chaotic one. While hospitals and clinics provide the basics, seasoned Nurses carry their own arsenal of essentials to ensure theyre ready for anything. We asked Nurses from various specialties to share whats always in their bags. Heres what they said: The Must-Haves Stethoscope This is a given, but many Nurses opt for high-quality brands like Littmann for better acoustics.

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Leading with Impact: Denise Dettingmeijer’s Journey to Empowering Women in Healthcare Leadership

Daily Nurse

In the world of healthcare, women make up the majority of the workforceyet their presence in executive leadership remains disproportionately low. Across the healthcare staffing industry, only about 30% of CEOs and CFOs among the top 10 largest firms are women. But Medical Solutions is breaking that mold. With a leadership team composed of strong female executives, including its Chief Financial Officer, Denise Dettingmeijer , the company stands as a testament to the power of representation and in

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How One New Hospital CEO Is Tapping Into Her Nursing Experience to Lead the Workforce

Health Leaders | Nursing

Saline Memorial Hospital's recently appointed CEO is utilizing her clinical perspective to improve staff development. As the CEO of a hospital or health system, it's arguably never been more important to be able to see pain points through the eyes of your clinical and non-clinical staff. With the workforce shortage continuing to plague organizations everywhere, having common ground with employees can allow leaders to approach areas like recruitment and retention through a valuable viewpoint.

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NO ROOM FOR “HE SAID/SHE SAID” IN NURSING PART 2

Empowered Nurses

I often receive calls about communications or actions which are taken out of context usually leaving the nurse in trouble because there is no way for her to defend herself. It’s a he said/she said situation. Employers are likely going to believe the patients and not the nurse. Unfortunately, the same can be essentially true with the Board which can entertain hearsay, but it just can’t form the basis of their opinion.

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Maximizing Your Benefits Strategy: Reframing the Way We View Fertility

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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Decolonizing Nursology Knowledge-Japan

Nursology

Dr. Jacqueline Fawcettis a member of the Nursology.net Advisory Team Co-Contributors:Satsuki OkaYuka KawaharaHiroshi ImamuraHimari Oka Jacqueline Fawcett (JF): I have the honor of having been appointed as a Visiting Professor in the School of Nursing at St. Marys College in Kurume, Fukuoka, Japan.

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UMass Nursing Leader Gabrielle Abelard Named 2025 AANP Fellow for Advancing Mental Health Equity and Holistic Care

Minority Nurse

Gabrielle Abelard , a dedicated psychiatric nurse practitioner and clinical associate professor at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, has been named a 2025 Fellow of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (FAANP)the only honoree from Massachusetts among 51 nurse leaders worldwide. The FAANP program honors nurse practitioners who have made exceptional contributions to education, policy, practice, and research.

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Top 5 Post-Master’s Nursing Certificate Programs That Employers Value Most

Registered Nursing

Strategic Specialization in Advanced Nursing Nursing post-master’s certificates offer a streamlined educational pathway for master’s-prepared nurses seeking to enhance their marketability, expand their scope of practice, or pivot into high-demand specialties. Unlike pursuing a second graduate degree, these focused programs allow nurses to acquire specialized credentials in approximately 12-24 months, often while maintaining their current positions.

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Essential Apps and Resources for Travel Nurses

The Gypsy Nurse

Travel nursing is an exciting career that offers the opportunity to explore new places, meet diverse people, and gain valuable professional experience. However, it also comes with unique challenges, such as navigating unfamiliar cities, managing assignments, and staying connected with loved ones. Fortunately, there are numerous apps and resources designed to make the life of a travel nurse easier and more enjoyable.

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Leveling the Playing Field: How HR Can Equitably Improve Health Outcomes Through Fertility Benefits

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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Angels in Scrubs: Devyn Losco and Nicole Hedges Named Nurses of the Week for Exemplary Compassion and Care

Daily Nurse

In a world where compassion and dedication can transform a patient’s experience, two exceptional Holy Cross Health nursesDevyn Losco, RN, and Nicole Hedges, RNhave been honored as Nurses of the Week for their outstanding care and the DAISY Award, a national recognition celebrating extraordinary nurses. Both women exemplify what it means to go above and beyond, turning routine care into life-changing connections.

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Empowering Healthcare with AI: USAHS Presents at HFMA Leadership Summit

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Healthcare leaders attending the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) Leadership Summit in Nashville, TN, from May 4 to 6 will have a unique opportunity to explore the power of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare communication and inclusion. Elisabeth McGee , PhD, DPT, MOT, MTC, CHSE, Senior Director of Clinical Learning and Innovation and Kathy Wood , PhD, FHFMA, Senior Program Director, College of Health Sciences, from the University of St.

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Times up: Qld nurse and midwife strikes looms as tens of thousands of wage contracts expire

Nursing Review

The Queensland government is on the brink of a major union showdown, as wage contracts for tens of thousands ofnurses and midwives are being negotiated. Tensions have risen, with strike action looming alongside the critical March 31 deadline, as exhausted frontline workers demand more than the governments current wage offer an eight per cent pay rise over three years which unions have slammed as inadequate amid surging inflation.

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It's All About Digital Transformation at AONL 2025

Health Leaders | Nursing

Nurse leaders are gathering in Boston this year to strategize best practices for AI, virtual nursing, and how to streamline care models with technology. As technology continues to embed itself into every industry, healthcare is bracing for the impact that AI will have on everything. From the C-suite down to the bedside, AI and other new technologies will soon become care staples that nurses and patients alike will need to become familiar with.

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How to Tame the Critical Voice in Your Head at Work

Minority Nurse

We’ve all had times when our inner critic’s voice was loud and clear. Unfortunately, this negative inner voice can extend to the workplace, where professionals, from nurse managers to nursing students, can doubt their accomplishments. Stress is nothing new for nurses. Even a healthy amount of stress is important to keep up with deadlines and growing workloads.

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Don’t Let Your Nursing Career Go Dry

Daily Nurse

Like desert soil devoid of rain, a nursing career without direction or purpose can dry up, crack, wither on the vine, and leave you feeling barren, lost, and lacking direction. Do you want that to happen to your career? Of course, you don’t! Your nursing career is built on the soil of your interest, engagement, and authentic desire to continue moving forward.

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Financial Planning for Seniors: How to Prepare for Rising Healthcare Costs

Elder Care Matters

With healthcare costs rising, seniors must plan to ensure they can manage their medical expenses. This blog offers tips on budgeting, investing, and using insurance to protect your financial future. The post Financial Planning for Seniors: How to Prepare for Rising Healthcare Costs appeared first on Elder Care Directory - ElderCareMatters.com.

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Strikes, sales and a parliamentary inquiry: Healthscope on the brink

Nursing Review

Turmoil surrounds private hospital operator Healthscope. The Canadian-owned health giant operates 38 private hospitals across the country, including Sydneys Northern Beaches Hospital ,which has recently made headlines due to the death of two-year-old Joe Massa and subsequent NSW parliamentary inquiry. The inquiry will put the safety and quality of the services provided at the hospital's Emergency Department to scrutiny.

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Emancipatory Knowing: Seeing Human Rights in the Everyday

Nursology

Guest Contributor: Meghann BuycoNursology.net InternPhD student in nursing, Trinity Western University Over the past few years, I have been so absorbed by nursing research that it has become an integral part of my practice as a nurse.

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From Bedside to Business: Exploring Opportunities for Nurses

Empowered Nurses

What if your nursing expertise could become the foundation of a thriving business? For many nurses, exploring entrepreneurial opportunities offers a chance to expand their impact and take control of their professional futures. Nurses possess a rare combination of clinical knowledge, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities, making them uniquely suited for diverse business ventures.

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Your Nursing Career: Intention and Attention

Daily Nurse

Your nursing career deserves your focused intention and regular attention. How can you turn that dynamic around if you haven’t been giving your career what it needs? Energy Flows Where Attention Goes It’s a cliche to say that energy flows where attention goes, but sometimes cliches are undeniably true. If you spend your working hours focused on how dysfunctional your management is and how terrible your colleagues are, that level of attention to the negative will keep you locked in a

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How CNOs Can Set an Example and Encourage Self-Leadership

Health Leaders | Nursing

There are major quantitative and qualitative benefits to CNOs and other nurse leaders focusing on nurse wellbeing. HealthLeaders spoke to Diane Sieg , RN, CYT, CSP, registered nurse, author, coach, and creator of the Well-Being Coaching Initiative, about how CNOs can make the financial case for nurse wellbeing and prioritize wellbeing in their organizations.

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Australia will vote on May 3, could this be a turning point for healthcare?

Nursing Review

The nation will head to the polls on May 3 to decide on the next Prime Minister of Australia, in what will be a key moment for the healthcare sector. After much anticipation, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called the general election on Friday, after his Treasurer, Jim Chalmers, delivered the Labor party's fourth federal budget just three days prior.

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Pennsylvania Nurse Rounds Out Her Education and Experience with MSN Degree

Post University

After earning two nursing diplomas, a bachelors degree, a master of Business Administration as well as a Master of Science in Nursing from American Sentinel College of Nursing & Health Sciences at Post University, Heather Lehman still finds herself in awe of her own journey. With each milestone, she has proven that determination knows no limits.

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Navigating the Travel Nursing Industry in 2025: What You Need to Know

The Gypsy Nurse

If theres one thing travel nurses know how to do, its adapt. The travel nursing industry has seen some serious shifts over the past few yearsbooming demand during the pandemic, a market correction in its aftermath, and now, a new normal thats still taking shape. Whether youre a seasoned traveler or just starting to explore the possibilities, lets break down whats happening in the travel nursing industry right now and what it means for you.