Minority Nurse

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Tuberculosis has been a scourge to humankind for millennia. While it was misunderstood in ancient times, we have known for decades that it is caused by an organism called Mycobacterium tuberculosis. TB primarily affects the lungs but can also lodge in bone, kidneys, the spine, the larynx, and many other sites throughout the body. Much science has contributed to the relative control of TB around the world, although it is still prevalent in many locations, including the U.S.

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Josephine Ensign

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Charlotte Tucker Sanders, MSW Back to basics. Back to what we know works. That is my main takeaway from my interview with social worker Charlotte Tucker Sanders. I’ve had the privilege to work with her, first at Neighborcare’s 45th Street Homeless Youth Clinic and then when I led the UW’s Doorway Project. She said, “I feel like if we were to really think about this world which seems to be driven by money, and the costs and benefits.

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Daily Nurse

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

In recent years, nursing schools have cited faculty shortages as one of the top reasons for not accepting all qualified applicants into their programs. But when this means that nearly 66,000 qualified nursing school applicants are turned away each year amid a national nursing workforce crisis, no less its time to reframe our approach. This limitation, in combination with a lack of clinical sites and budgets, directly impacts the healthcare pipeline, leaving many hospitals and clinics chronical

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Nursing Review

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

This week, the federal government announced it will pay states and territories an extra, one-off, A$1.7 billion for public hospitals. This has been billed as a way to fix some ailing hospitals, and shorten waits for care in emergency departments and for elective surgery. But will it really make a difference? Labor created Medicare and we will protect it.

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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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American Medical Compliance

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) are essential tasks that individuals perform every day to maintain their independence. For healthcare providers, understanding and supporting patients’ ability to perform these tasks is a critical aspect of providing compassionate care. This course is designed to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to assess, support, and optimize patients’ ADLs.

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The Gypsy Nurse

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

AMN Healthcare provided this article. With its stunning landscapes and diverse culture, California is a dream destination for many. For travel nurses, the state offers breathtaking scenery, competitive salaries, abundant job opportunities, and a dynamic healthcare environment. However, securing a California nursing license is a necessary first step before you can take advantage of these opportunities.

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American Medical Compliance

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

In the fast-paced world of healthcare, effective communication goes beyond words. Understanding behavioral cues is essential for delivering patient-centered care and fostering trust. When deciphering subtle signs of discomfort or adapting communication for patients with cognitive or language barriers, healthcare professionals must develop keen observational skills.

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Health Leaders | Nursing

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

In a social media landscape shaped by hashtags, algorithms, and viral posts, nurse leaders must decide: Will they let the narrative spiral, or can they adapt and join the conversation? Welcome to the HealthLeaders February 2025 cover story. Each month, our editors dive into the topics that matter mostsuch as healthcare innovation, leadership strategies, payer/provider wars, and patient caredelivered in a dynamic, engaging format.

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Nursing Times

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Nurses and midwives in the UK are urged to share their experiences of violence in the workplace, for a Nursing Times and Unison survey.

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Elder Care Matters

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Unlock a Wealth of Elder Care Information with Our Easy-to-Use Search Tool. The post Find Expert Elder Care Articles Easily with Our Easy-to-Use Search Tool appeared first on Elder Care Directory - ElderCareMatters.com.

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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

Penn Medicine News

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Excellence is contagious at Chester County Hospital as the team delivers top-notch patient experiences worthy of an industry recognition three-peat.

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Nursing Review

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

A western Sydney nurse masturbated in front of a dementia patient after turning the lights off and closing the curtains to her private room, a tribunal has heard. Ropes Crossing man Arnold Bulwayan Alunday, 48, had his nursing registration revoked for a minimum of three years on Friday, after he was caught masturbating in front of a 70-year-old dementia patient while working at a residential aged care facility.

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