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When Performance Evaluations Get Tricky

Emerging RN Leader

By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN Nurse leaders, especially those new in their role, are sometimes faced with giving staff a different performance review than they anticipated. These situations can bet very tricky. What follows is a typical case that managers present to me: A Case Scenario Sarah is a new leader in […] The post When Performance Evaluations Get Tricky appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.

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Caring for Critical Hearts: Meet Sarah Cazenave, Cardiac ICU Nurse

Daily Nurse

Sarah Cazenave is a BSN, RN, and CCRN who works in the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Children’s Hospital New Orleans (CHNOLA). She takes care of the most critical cardiac patients at the hospital. Her cousin, Brooks, was born with only half of a functioning heart and had to undergo a staged surgical plan of 3 surgeries at CHNOLA. The care he received inspired Cazenave to become a Cardiac ICU nurse at the same hospital.

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The Transformational Role of Charge Nurses in the Post-Pandemic Era

American Nurse

In the post-pandemic era of healthcare, many hospitals stand at a crossroads. Nursing units—the heart of patient care—are experiencing an existential crisis, and many hospitals grapple with pressing issues. Research indicates that patient fall rates are higher than acceptable, patient satisfaction scores are below targets, and staff turnover rates continue to rise.

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Five reasons to work with Providence in Alaska

Providence

Alaska, the land of breathtaking landscapes and boundless adventure, is not only a haven for nature enthusiasts but also a great place to live and work. If you’re looking for a new role and considering the Last Frontier, here are five reasons to work with us in Anchorage, Kodiak, Seward or Valdez: 1.

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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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Valued Communication with Vendor Relationships | symplr

Symplr

As a healthcare organization today, our relationship with technology can often feel like a whirlwind romance, a continuous cycle of excitement and exasperation. Nowhere is this more apparent than in the connectivity we forge with our tech vendors. It’s a partnership that demands more than a transaction; it requires trust and collaboration as part of a long-term relationship.

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Pediatric Collab Preview | How to be a mirror, not a microphone

NRC Health

The NRC Health 2024 Pediatric Collaborative is truly a can’t-miss experience, with exceptional presentations that will stir innovative ideas. Check out a preview of one of the sessions! The post Pediatric Collab Preview | How to be a mirror, not a microphone appeared first on NRC Health.

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Comprehensive Bariatric Sensitivity Training

American Medical Compliance

The following Comprehensive Bariatric Sensitivity Training is designed to educate healthcare providers on obesity as a complex, multifactorial disease. Introducing a weight-inclusive approach into your healthcare system may be just what you need to provide the best quality care. What you will learn: How to identify personal biases related to obesity Effective communication techniques specific to the needs of bariatric patients The latest standards in bariatric care The importance of patient-cent

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Pediatric Collab Preview | How to be a mirror, not a microphone

NRC Health

The NRC Health 2024 Pediatric Collaborative is truly a can’t-miss experience, with exceptional presentations that will stir innovative ideas. Check out a preview of one of the sessions! The post Pediatric Collab Preview | How to be a mirror, not a microphone appeared first on NRC Health.

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Professionalism in the Workplace for Healthcare Providers Training

American Medical Compliance

The following Professionalism in the Workplace for Healthcare Providers Training educates healthcare providers (HCP) on professionalism in healthcare. Historically, HCP have followed the Hippocratic Oath, however, in the 1990s professionalism became a foundational principle in the practice of medicine serving as “the basis of medicine’s contract with society.

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LCCC says nursing graduates outpace state, national exam rates

Health Leaders | Nursing

The number of Lorain County Community College nursing graduates who passed the 2023 National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) has outpaced state and national rates, according to information from the Ohio Board of Nursing in a news release.

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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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CPR Refresher Course

American Medical Compliance

The following CPR Refresher Course educates healthcare providers (HCP) on the basic principles of CPR. CPR (cardio-pulmonary resuscitation) is a technique used to keep victims of sudden cardiac arrest and other emergencies, alive and to prevent brain damage until more advanced medical professionals arrive. This is a skill that is valuable across all fields and especially important to know in your medical facility.

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Reverse Mortgage Myths and Facts

Elder Care Matters

Reverse Mortgage Myths and Facts There are a lot of myths about what a reverse mortgage is and what it actually does. In this article you will be provided with the facts about a reverse mortgage loan and how it can benefit you. Myth: You immediately sign over ownership to your home. Fact: You retain title to… The post Reverse Mortgage Myths and Facts appeared first on Elder Care Directory - ElderCareMatters.com.

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Fluoroscopy Safety and Radiation Protection Training

American Medical Compliance

The following Fluoroscopy Safety and Radiation Protection Training is designed to educate healthcare providers on the foundation of radiation physics. Additionally, fluoroscopy is a sort of medical imaging that displays a continuous X-ray image on a monitor, similar to an X-ray movie. During a fluoroscopy technique, an X-ray beam is directed through the body.

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2024 Experience Perspective: Insights for Healthcare Leaders – with NRC Health

NRC Health

Gain valuable knowledge to shape informed decisions for the future of healthcare. This episode is sponsored by NRC Health. The post 2024 Experience Perspective: Insights for Healthcare Leaders – with NRC Health appeared first on NRC Health.

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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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Creating Effective Training Programs in Post-Acute Care

Relias

Training post-acute care professionals is essential to providing high-quality care and to the success of your organization. According to the Relias 2023 S tate of Healthcare Training and Staff Development Report , 68% of managers in the post-acute-care sector reported that their current staff development and training program has a “major” or “significant” impact on achieving their organization’s top business goals.

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Infographic: AI in Nursing

Health Leaders | Nursing

The success of AI varies, and depends largely on proper implementation. AI is currently being implemented in many aspects of nursing, including documentation, admission and discharge processes, measuring and monitoring vitals, and data collection and analysis. According to Betty Jo Rocchio, Senior Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive at Mercy, a lot of thoughtful planning goes into ensuring that AI won’t become a disruptor to nurses.

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Staying Active and Connected During Your Travel Assignment

The Gypsy Nurse

Vibra Travels provided this article. Being away from home as a travel nurse can be difficult. You may find yourself not taking care of yourself and feeling disconnected. We have put together some tips and advice to help you stay active and connected while on your travel assignment. Ways to stay active and connected during your travel assignment: Stay connected !

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New nurse residency program launching at Twin County Regional Healthcare

Health Leaders | Nursing

Twin County Regional Healthcare (TCRH) announced that it is launching its new nurse residency program to help guide future nurses in the City of Galax.

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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.