University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Online learning is a popular alternative to traditional on-campus, in-person learning. In 2024, Research and Markets forecasted that the online education market will reach $788.05 billion by 2032. 1 Given the major impact of COVID-19, it’s likely that online programs may see even greater growth. In fact, the pandemic has demonstrated the practicality and sustainability of an online learning model.

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American Nurse

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Preparation enhances nurse confidence. Takeaways: A fistula, an abnormal connection between two areas of connective tissue within the body, can occur spontaneously or be associated with surgery An interdisciplinary approach to care should include a Certified Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse, case manager/social worker, dietician, primary registered nurse, pharmacist, physician, and surgeon.

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American Medical Compliance

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

In healthcare settings, injuries among staff and patients are unfortunately not uncommon. According to a National Institutes of Health article , there are 34.1 total injury incidences for all professions per 1,000 healthcare workers. Additionally, according to the World Health Organization, around 1 in every 10 patients is harmed in health care. Incidents can happen even with the best protocols in place.

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American Nurse

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Recognizing and addressing our biases can help ensure equitable care for all patients. Takeaways: Raising awareness of implicit biases is necessary for changing individual-level beliefs and actions. Having biases doesn’t make one a bad person. However, they become problematic when we treat others unfavorably based on those biases. Addressing implicit bias among healthcare providers is vital to improving patient safety, health outcomes, and access to care.

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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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Celayix

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

InSync Training , a global leader in virtual and hybrid learning solutions, has set the benchmark for engaging, high-quality online training experiences for over 25 years. The company’s experienced team of facilitators, producers, instructional designers, and project managers provides: 24/7 support for a broad spectrum of clients Managing complex simultaneous projects across diverse industries and time zones However, as the demand for virtual learning intensified, so did the logistical cha

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Every Nurse

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

CAREER PATHS The 10 Least Stressful Nursing Jobs: Finding Balance in Your Career By EveryNurse Staff Writers | Updated on July 10, 2024 Medically reviewed by Joanna Whitfield, MSN, RN Our Promise We are dedicated to providing high-quality, trustworthy content. Our team of writers, editors, and experts rigorously researches and reviews all material to ensure accuracy and relevance.

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Becker's Hospital Review

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

The profession of nursing is mourning the passing of Dr. Karlene Kerfoot, a true icon whose leadership, mentorship, research, and influence have been a force in healthcare for decades.

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American Nurse

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Engaging every nurse in our profession can be incredibly powerful. When nurses come together, we can advocate more effectively for our patients, families, and communities while supporting each other professionally and emotionally.

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The Gypsy Nurse

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

AB Staffing Solutions provided this article. The networking opportunities for a travel nurse are vast. You will meet other professionals in your industry in every location, from fellow nurses to specialists to hospital administrators. The connections you make can help to boost your career and broaden your horizons. 70% of all jobs are landed through networking.

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American Nurse

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

The nationwide demand for RNs continues to intensify. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Studies projects that by 2031 more than 203,000 openings will exist for RNs. As this demand continues to rise, the importance of nursing school accreditation can’t be overstated. Accreditation ensures that nursing programs meet rigorous academic and professional standards of quality and excellence, thus providing students with the necessary knowledge and skills to provide safe, competent, and efficient patient care.

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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

Nursing Inquiry

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

ABSTRACT Patient advocacy must be understood as an ethical component of nursing practice that involves respecting and defending patients' rights and autonomy. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the vulnerability of patients in intensive care units (ICUs) increased requiring that nurses advocate for those patients more than ever in a context in which changes in daily nursing practices of care imposed by the pandemic deeply impacted nurses' advocacy.

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American Nurse

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Every nurse should know about this life-saving maneuver. Takeaways: Prone positioning has been a treatment option for acute respiratory distress syndrome in critically ill patients. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, awake prone positioning has been utilized as a treatment option for non-intubated patients to improve oxygenation and to help prevent the need for mechanical ventilation.

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American Nurse

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Becoming highly reliable and understanding how we interact are the next waves Lillee Gelinas Kathleen M. Sutcliffe, PhD, safety expert and Johns Hopkins University professor, predicts that “the next waves of innovation will focus on improving how people interact with one another and how they organize their day-to-day work.” Dr. Sutcliffe notes that we need to better understand the day-to-day practices that influence keeping patients safe and, I add, keeping nurses safe.

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American Nurse

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Visionary programs tailor-made for RNs’ ideas and needs The nation’s healthcare system, complex and challenging, also appreciates innovation. Nurses see opportunities to improve processes and enhance patient outcomes. Frequently, we implement these innovations to benefit patients as part of our everyday practice. With investments and other development resources, we could scale these breakthroughs.

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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.

Education

American Nurse

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Mitigating obesity, depression, and dementia risk with blue zone habits Chronic diseases, including obesity , depression and dementia , pose significant risks to health, and they’re on the rise. Understanding connections among these conditions along with socioeconomic barriers can enhance nurses’ approach to patient care. In their role, nurses are uniquely positioned to help individuals and communities manage risks and prevent chronic disease through lifestyle changes and strategies such as thos

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American Nurse

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

American Nurse Journal, the official, clinically and career-focused journal of the American Nurses Association (ANA).

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American Nurse

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

American Nurse Journal, the official, clinically and career-focused journal of the American Nurses Association (ANA).

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American Nurse

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Nurses can’t choose who they care for. Q I’ve been a charge nurse for several years and find passion and purpose in my responsibility directing the care team and being a nursing leader. Sometimes, however, I face challenges when creating assignments for nurses. I’ve received push back from nurses for assigning them certain patients they don’t want to care for, going so far as to ask for their assignment to be changed.

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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.

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