Emerging RN Leader
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN A nurse manager recently asked me on a program why no one talks about the impact of FMLA use on nurse staffing. She reported the following problem: “Twenty percent of my full-time staff are out right now on FMLA, and most plan to take the entire three months. […] The post The Conundrum of FMLA appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.
Capitol Beat
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Starting each Spring, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) begins its annual rulemaking process to determine payment for Medicare services by provider type. These payment rules also include proposals for quality measurement and improvement, addressing health equity, and other CMS policy priorities. These proposed rules typically have a 60-day comment period—allowing stakeholders to review the proposals and submit comments through regulations.gov.
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Scrubs
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
A 64-year-old American woman recently became the first person to use the Sarco suicide pod to end her life in Switzerland, a country where assisted suicide is legal. The Sarco pod, designed by Dr. Philip Nitschke of Exit International, is a 3D-printed device shaped like a sarcophagus. When a user inside the pod presses a button, the pod fills with nitrogen gas, quickly lowering oxygen levels and causing the user to lose consciousness within a minute, followed by death within ten minutes.
NRC Health
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
A recent NRC Health webcast discussed the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and empathy in healthcare. Check out the key takeaways and watch the webcast on demand today. The post AI and the future of Human Understanding in healthcare appeared first on NRC Health.
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.
Health Leaders | Nursing
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
There might be a surplus of registered nurses, but a shortage of others, according to this report. Nurses in particular have felt the impact of the workforce shortage in the past few years, and CNOs have been working nonstop to recruit and retain the best talent possible to bridge the gaps. However, the numbers seem to be shifting, depending on the profession.
Becker's Hospital Review
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
How Stryker’s technology elevates patient safety Patient safety is a top priority in healthcare, and one of the biggest challenges hospitals face is preventing falls. These accidents can lead to longer hospital stays and even serious injury. 1 While traditional methods—like keeping a close eye on patients and encouraging safe movement—are still crucial, there’s more to be done.
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American Nurse
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Laura L. Fuller Executive Director Iowa Nurses Association EMBRACING AGILITY IN NURSING. As the executive director of our esteemed association, I am continually impressed by the adaptability and resilience of our members and Iowa’s nursing community. In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, the importance of agility in nursing cannot be overstated.
Elder Care Matters
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Estate planning involves more than just managing assets; it includes discussing end-of-life care preferences. Ensuring that seniors' wishes regarding medical treatments and quality of life are respected and honored is a crucial part of this process. This article explores essential steps for navigating end-of-life decisions with dignity. The post Navigating End-of-Life Decisions with Dignity: A Comprehensive Guide to Estate Planning appeared first on Elder Care Directory - ElderCareMatters.com.
American Nurse
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
NURSES HAVE LONG been recognized as the backbone of the healthcare system, providing essential care and support to patients in various settings. Their influence, however, extends beyond the bedside. Serving on boards offers nurses an invaluable opportunity to contribute their expertise and influence broader organizational and policy decisions that shape the healthcare landscape (Smith et al., 2021).
Daily Nurse
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
As Hurricane Francine unleashed its fury not far from Miles Crawford’s home in New Orleans, fate seemed to intervene, as a man found himself trapped in rising floodwaters in his pickup truck. Luckily, Crawford, the 39-year-old off-duty emergency room nurse at the University Medical Center , was there to spring into action. With his professional training in saving lives quickly, Crawford wasted no time responding to the emergency unfolding in his New Orleans neighborhood.
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
American Nurse
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
AS A NEW NURSE entering the workforce, you are stepping into a rewarding and challenging career that requires resilience, dedication, and continual learning. You will encounter diverse clinical situations, develop your professional identity, and contribute to patient outcomes in meaningful ways. Here are some strategies to help you navigate this new journey.
The Gypsy Nurse
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Go Healthcare Staffing provided this article. Travel nursing assignments have undoubtedly been historically associated with higher pay. However, the post-COVID surge environment has seen pay rates level off to what might be viewed as more “normalized” ranges. With that, there are certainly scenarios where the compensation may be lower than expected by travelers.
American Nurse
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
This content is sponsored and supplied to American Nurse Journal by Nurses Service Organization. Content has been reviewed by ANJ editorial staff but is not peer-reviewed. What nurses need to know about metadata, documentation, and legal liability Metadata analysis of information in a patient’s electronic health record (EHR) has the potential to provide valuable information to attorneys in the case of a lawsuit.
American Nurse
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, self-care habits can help prevent chronic disease and aid in reducing symptoms of mental health conditions 1. In 2020, the American Nurses Foundation embarked on a journey to recognize and prioritize the mental, emotional, and physical health of nurses nationwide 2. Our mental health is an essential part of our well-being, furthermore, psychological safety for nurses is critical to create substantial improvements in enhancing resilienc
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.
American Nurse
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Today’s healthcare environment is fast-paced and dynamic, nurses must be prepared to inspire, innovate, and lead healthcare transformation (Sensmeier, 2021). Nursing is a knowledge-intensive profession. Nurses possess a deep understanding of clinical needs and are adept at identifying and communicating ideas and opportunities for improvement. Nurses are also instrumental in improving access to quality care, implementing technology, taking on new roles, addressing social determinants of health (S
American Nurse
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
IGREETINGS! I am honored to bring you the latest updates from the Iowa Nurses Association as we move through 2024. We have been making some great strides in our work to support nurses and elevate healthcare across Iowa. Committee Activities Our committees have been hard at work, driving positive change through educational initiatives and community outreach.
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