Emerging RN Leader
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN Many aspects of routine nursing care were skipped during the COVID-19 pandemic. Nurse leaders are now trying to do a reset on care as they look at declining quality and safety measures. Consider the story a nurse manager recently shared on a webinar: I have been shocked […] The post The Normalization of Missed Nursing Care appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.
Consult QD
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
To better understand neurological disorders through microscopy, scientists need to be able to capture brain activity in a matter of milliseconds and deep within live tissue. An ongoing research collaboration between Cleveland Clinic, Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is developing microscopes and artificial intelligence (AI) models that can rise to the task.
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Minority Nurse
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Nursing has always held health equity as a critical value in many ways. Nurses strive to deliver the best care to all patients, independent of socioeconomic status, gender, race, or other factors. Health equity arguably gets even more attention than in the past. And that attention also occurs in nursing schools, where nurses are presented with the concept of health equity.
Consult QD
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
An innovative approach to fragmenting kidney stones using photonic nanoparticles is effective for several common types of stones. That is the major finding of a proof-of-concept study by Cleveland Clinic researchers published in Nano Letters. Kidney stones affect nearly 1 in 10 people in the United States and the prevalence is expected to increase to 13% by 2030.
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.
Daily Nurse
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Kimberly McClintick, MSN, RN, the children’s school health coordinator at Children’s Hospital & Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska, embarked on a mission in 2018 to elevate the experience of school nurses across the state. Through surveys and conversations, she discovered a crucial need for mentors, particularly in rural communities, where school nurses often find themselves as the sole healthcare provider for an entire district.
Consult QD
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
By Alvaro Ibaseta, MD, and Trevor G. Murray, MD Prevalence of knee osteoarthritis is high and rising among U.S. adults, with demand for knee arthroplasty estimated to increase 600% by 2030. 1 According to one study, 85% of cases present with isolated single-compartment degeneration, most commonly in the medial compartment. 2 An alternative to total knee arthroplasty (TKA), unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (UKA) can preserve some ligaments and bone in patients with isolated single-compartment e
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Health Leaders | Nursing
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Cedars-Sinai Serenity Lounges allow nurses to return to the floor better equipped to manage stress. Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Serenity Lounges—break rooms equipped with massage chairs, aromatherapy oils, artwork, and other soothing amenities to provide a respite from nurses’ demanding work—are proving to be effective in nurse well-being, staff engagement, and retention rates.
Post University
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Do you have a strong interest in both business and healthcare? Did you know you can combine these interests and earn an MBA in Healthcare Administration? This type of MBA program helps you develop business skills and gain the knowledge you might need to pursue a management position in the healthcare industry. Learning more about an MBA in Healthcare Administration program can help you decide if this is a good educational choice for you based on your interests and career goals.
Penn Medicine News
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Comfort often comes in unexpected places. At Penn Medicine’s 3600 Civic Center Boulevard parking garage, entrance greeter Tommy Barbieri’s friendly and calming presence is a comfort for the many patients and employees who pass through each day.
Core Medical Group
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Meet Jalen, an enthusiastic Allied Recruiter at CoreMedical Group, whose journey in healthcare recruiting began shortly after she graduated with a degree in health management and policy from the University of New Hampshire. From her early college days, Jalen's commitment to making a difference in healthcare was clear. While initially drawn to clinical aspects, she discovered the profound impact of non-clinical elements, fueling her passion for recruitment, which eventually led her to CoreMedical
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
The Gypsy Nurse
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Amare Medical Network provided this article. As of September 5, 2023, Pennsylvania is now permitting Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) with multistate licenses (MSL) from compact states to practice in the state. These nurses will be able to provide direct patient care in person or via telehealth in Pennsylvania as a first step to implementing the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).
IntelyCare
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
As more state regulators explore rate caps for nurses, many in long-term care see an opportunity to bring workers back in-house and slash staffing costs. But even if new legislation passes in your state, it won’t take effect overnight, nor will it provide a cure-all for the staffing issues plaguing our industry. In our recent webinar with McKnight’s, Sean Carney, VP of Client Services at IntelyCare, and Marcia Proto, Executive Director at The Connecticut Center for Nursing Workforce, discu
American Nurse
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Taxpayers fund a lot of university research in the U.S., and these findings published in scholarly journals often produce major breakthroughs in medicine, vehicle safety, food safety, criminal justice, human rights and other topics that benefit the public at large. The bar for publishing in a scholarly journal is often high. Independent experts diligently review and comment on submitted research – without knowing the names of the authors or their affiliated universities.
University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
A psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner is a specialized healthcare role nurse practitioners can fulfill with advanced training and experience. If you want to know how to become a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner, learn more about the nuances and requirements of this role. What Is a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner? Psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioners are specially trained mental health practitioners who can provide cognitive care to patients of all ages.
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.
Registered Nursing
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Pros of Becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Stepping into nursing as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) can be an exciting and rewarding choice. LPNs play a crucial role in patient care and the healthcare system. Below, we will explore the numerous advantages of pursuing a career as an LPN, including the potential for job stability, the opportunity to impact patients’ lives positively, and the relatively short path to entry into the nursing profession.
Health Leaders | Nursing
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Joyce Markiewicz took the helm of Catholic Health at the beginning of the month after former CEO Mark Sullivan stepped down. It’s a high-profile job that puts her every decision under the microscope of patients, employees, and the public.
Registered Nursing
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Holistic Nurses Holistic nurses are healthcare professionals who embrace a comprehensive approach to patient care, recognizing the interconnectedness of the mind, body, and spirit. They strive to create a healing environment that addresses physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being. Holistic nurses often incorporate complementary and alternative therapies into their practice, such as mindfulness, meditation, aromatherapy, and energy healing, to support patients on their journey to hea
Nursing Inquiry
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Abstract Soon after the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak, it became clear that vaccination will be the most useful tool to combat the disease. Despite the apparent safety and efficacy of the developed anti-COVID-19 vaccines, relatively high percentages of the population worldwide refused to get vaccinated, including many health workers and health students.
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.
Registered Nursing
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Pursuing a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) is a significant step in a nurse’s career, providing advanced skills and leadership capabilities. While the journey to a DNP can be demanding, the time commitment aspect need not be a barrier. In 2023-2024, numerous universities offer accelerated DNP programs, allowing nurses to pursue their academic aspirations quicker than average.
Symplr
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
H ospital readmission s are problematic for patients and hospitals alike , w ith 3.8 million 30-day readmissions each year , cost ing $52.4 billion to treat and care for. R eadmissions can be linked to the quality of care delivered , as well as poor patient outcomes , and some readmissions are completely preventable. Quality, patient outcomes, and costs all receive the attention of hospitals and health systems – and t he Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
The Relentless School Nurse
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Coming to theatres near you this fall, is a new documentary that uplifts science and debunks the myths around vaccination that have caused dissension and cynicism, turning it into a highly charged issue. In the realm of keeping our children safe, vaccines win, hands down. But why have they become such a lightening rod for conflict? Shot in the Arm explains the history of the anti-vax movement and weaves in social constructs that have impacted the waxing and waning of vaccine confidence. “
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