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On the Road to Paris 2024: Championing Olympic-Level Rugby and Occupational Therapy

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

As the countdown to the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics continues, Stephanie Rovetti , Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) student at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) in San Marcos, CA, is gearing up to represent the USA Rugby team at one of the world’s biggest arenas. Her path to this point reflects her dedication and the seamless integration of her dual passions: occupational therapy (OT) and rugby.

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CHS nurse retention rate at 'highest level in a decade,' says CEO

Becker's Hospital Review

Franklin, Tenn.-based Community Health Systems has hired almost 3,000 registered nurses during the first half of 2024 and its nurse retention rate is "very strong at its highest level in a decade," CEO Tim Hingtgen said July 25 during the company's second-quarter earnings call.

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Occupational Therapy vs Physical Therapy: Five Key Differences

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Physical therapy (PT) and occupational therapy (OT) are rehabilitative disciplines that require hands-on work—leading many people to believe they are interchangeable. However, these professions vary greatly. Which healthcare career is right for you? Consider the differences between occupational therapy vs physical therapy that set these two roles apart.

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How to Practice Disability Inclusion in the Workplace

Relias

Disability inclusion in the workplace is greatly needed in the U.S., as 25% of American adults live with a disability. Despite this fact, just 4% of organizations include disabilities in their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts. Whether your organization is looking to improve its hiring and retention efforts for individuals with a disability or working to help businesses in your community with these efforts, this article will help guide you through the basics.

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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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Healthcare Staff Application & Onboarding Tips | symplr

Symplr

In today's competitive talent market, contingent workers generally work with multiple staffing agencies have their pick of job opportunities. That's why making a strong first impression is crucial. A smooth and efficient application and onboarding process can be the difference between attracting top talent and losing them to the competition. Your application and onboarding practices are employees’ first look into what working for you will be like.

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What’s the Glo Germ™ of Climate Change?

Nursology

Contributor: Lesley Hodge I recently met with Dr. Sherilee Harper, an expert in climate change, who graciously agreed to meet with me after I asked for her input about a project I was working on. I came prepared with a detailed list of questions, but felt compelled to ask something not on my agenda: What … Continue reading What’s the Glo Germ™ of Climate Change?

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Exploring Non-Bedside Nursing Job Opportunities

Diversity Nursing

When people think of Nursing, the image that often comes to mind is that of a Nurse at the bedside, providing direct patient care. While bedside Nursing is a critical and rewarding part of the profession, it's not the only path available. There are numerous non-bedside Nursing roles that offer unique challenges, opportunities for growth, and the ability to make a significant impact in healthcare.

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Using AI to Address Nursing's Biggest Pain Points

Health Leaders | Nursing

During a recent HealthLeaders AI NOW panel, nursing leaders said the technology can help improve patient handoffs and scheduling. Nurses face many headaches during their shift, including figuring out their schedules and making sure patient handoffs are done right. Could AI help them out? Their bosses think so. "We've been talking about nursing for a long time, about bringing back joy and practice," says Betty Jo Rocchio , Senior Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive at Mercy.

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University Hospitals' spin on virtual nursing

Becker's Hospital Review

Many virtual nursing models involve separate teams where nurses work as either a bedside nurse or a virtual nurse. But Cleveland-based University Hospitals is taking a different approach.

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Uncover innovative solutions to enhance the healthcare experience

NRC Health

Imagine navigating the complexities of modern healthcare, constantly adapting to new challenges while striving to provide an exceptional patient experience. This is the journey of Katie Arnett and Janet Hall from UK King’s Daughters. They will share their inspiring story and valuable lessons learned at Human Understanding Beyond | HUB 24 in San Diego, August 21–23.

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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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Quiet Firing – The Latest Workforce Trend

Celayix

The workforce landscape is constantly evolving, and with it comes new trends and practices. One of the latest, and perhaps most concerning, is “quiet firing.” In recent years we’ve seen employers having to deal with the great resignation. However, lately we’ve seen a newer trend develop, and this time, the problem stems from leadership practices.

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On the Road to Paris 2024: Defending Rugby Dreams and Pursuing Physical Therapy

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Sarah Levy , a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) student at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) in San Marcos, CA, is a prime example of passion and perseverance. As Levy prepares to represent the USA Rugby team in the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics , she reflects on her path, balancing academic rigor with the demands of elite sports.

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Building a Lasting Partnership with East Gate Security

Celayix

Interviewee name and Job Role – Charlie Lawrence Sr. and Rebecca Moran (Senior Director of Human Resources, East Gate Security) With Celayix since – 02/2024. Located – New York, USA Number of employees – 100 employees. East Gate Security: A Trusted Partner in Safety and Protection East Gate Security stands firm on Prevention, Protection, and Preservation.

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HL Shorts: Combating Burnout with Recruiting and Retention Strategies

Health Leaders | Nursing

Nurses should be burning bright, not burning out, says this nurse leader. On this episode of HL Shorts, we hear from Dr. Shakira Henderson , Dean, Chief Administrative Officer, and Associate Vice President for Nursing Education, Practice and Research at the University of Florida College of Nursing , and System Chief Nurse Executive of UF Health , about how nurse leaders should implement recruiting and retention strategies that address burnout as well as the nursing shortage.

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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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Taking recognition to the next level

Nursing Management

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Exploring the relationship between authentic nurse leadership and moral injury from the perspective of novice nurses

Nursing Management

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Emergency department transformation: A strategic plan for success

Nursing Management

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Facilitating the journey to excellence: Core competencies for Pathway and Magnet program directors

Nursing Management

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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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Elevating professional well-being in healthcare

Nursing Management

A crosswalk of the NIOSH Impact Wellbeing™ campaign and the ANCC Pathway to Excellence® Framework

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