Fri.May 31, 2024

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States with the largest, smallest nurse shortages per capita

Becker's Hospital Review

The District of Columbia has the highest number of nurses per capita while Utah has the lowest, according to a NurseJournal analysis.

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Emory Healthcare's 5 Metrics of Success for Virtual Nursing

Health Leaders | Nursing

One of the biggest challenges when implementing virtual nursing programs is determining which metrics to use to measure ROI. Jason Atkins , vice president and chief clinical informatics officer at Emory Healthcare , outlined how the Atlanta-based health system is implementing virtual nursing and the five metrics they use to measure the success of their program.

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Nurses' most common telehealth uses

Becker's Hospital Review

"Discover the latest data on telehealth usage among nurses, with 57% reporting use in 2022, up from 50% in 2018.

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The Influence of Scrubs in Nurses’ Mental Readiness and Overall Well-Being

Daily Nurse

For nurses, putting on their scrubs is more than just donning their work clothes—it’s about making a mental shift into their roles as caregivers. This seemingly simple act holds significant psychological power because it serves as a ritual that helps nurses prepare for the demanding day ahead. In a way, it serves as a mental cue. According to a study by the Journal of Occupational Health Psychology , putting on a uniform can create vital mental boundaries, assisting workers in managing str

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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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Why Legal Nurse Consulting is the Easiest Business to Start

Empowered Nurses

Many nurses are feeling the strain of long shifts, bureaucratic hurdles, and an overwhelming workload. Imagine channeling your medical expertise into a new career path that offers flexibility, independence, and lucrative opportunities. Legal Nurse Consulting (LNC) might just be the answer. Here’s why starting a business in legal nurse consulting is one of the easiest and most rewarding ventures for nursing professionals.

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The Importance of Mental Health Care for Healthcare Workers

The Gypsy Nurse

Travel Nurses Inc. provided this article. As a travel nurse, you already know the challenges that come with constantly moving from one hospital to another and facing new environments. However, what may not be as readily apparent is the toll that this lifestyle can take on your mental health. In a profession where the demands are high and the stakes even higher, prioritizing your mental well-being is crucial.