Daily Nurse

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Vanderbilt University’s new interdisciplinary center seeks to unravel the roots and repercussions of health-related inequalities. The Vanderbilt Center for Research on Inequality and Health , a trans-institutional collaboration between the College of Arts and Science and the School of Nursing , will bring together leading Vanderbilt researchers with deep expertise in economic and social inequality , population health science, LGBTQ+ health policy, and gun violence to explore the health impac

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Becker's Hospital Review

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Two U.S. senators have introduced a bill that would address the pay gap between clinical and faculty nursing positions in order to reduce the nursing shortage.

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Nurse.com

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

At Portneuf Regional Medical Center (PMC) in Pocatello, Idaho, nurses on the med-surg unit are receiving support through a new partnership that combines artificial intelligence (AI) with virtual nursing. Amy Hemsley, RN Amy Hemsley, MSN, RN, Assistant Chief Nursing Officer at PMC, says the hospital has partnered with care.ai to implement a virtual nursing solution enabled by AI inferencing and in-room sensors.

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The Relentless School Nurse

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Another school shooting, more mothers marching, and the death of children from gun violence brought musicians MILCK & Natasha Bedingfield together to write a song for change. Can we “uncross our arms” on difficult issues and come to a place of agreement on keeping your children and my children safe? Listen to this moving new song, another contribution of art as activism, Your Child, My Child.

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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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Nursing Times

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Find out the latest from the Nursing and Midwifery Council’s investigation into suspected fraud at a CBT test centre in Ibadan, Nigeria.

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Becker's Hospital Review

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

The nursing profession has a role to play in mitigating the effects of climate change through patient education, nursing education and research, according to a new position statement from the American Nurses Association.

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Amercan Journal of Nursing

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

July, a month typically characterized by the relative hibernation of communicable respiratory illnesses, brought with it the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA’s) approval of nirsevimab-alip (brand name: Beyfortus) and thus a reminder of the gearing up necessary for the respiratory disease season ahead. Nirsevimab, approved for the prevention of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), is poised to mitigate the staggering effects of this lower respiratory tract disease.

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Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

September is National Suicide Prevention Month. According to the World Health Organization, more than 700,000 people die due to suicide every year. Many more people think about or attempt suicide. It is the fourth leading cause of death among 15-29 year olds, and in the US, one person dies every 11 minutes from suicide. Discussing… The post Episode 30: Youth Suicide Prevention in the United States appeared first on Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine.

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Consult QD

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

The field of radiation therapy has evolved in recent years due to advances in technology and techniques. To stay ahead, radiation oncologists converge each year at the ASTRO (American Society of Radiation Oncology) annual meeting to glean the latest scientific research. To help prepare for the upcoming 2023 meeting, radiation oncology leaders from Cleveland Clinic’s Cancer Center have highlighted ten of the top abstracts of note to watch for.

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The Gypsy Nurse

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

AB Staffing Solutions provided this article. Becoming a travel nurse can effectively build your resume and experience, but how do you stand out in a competitive market? We asked our recruiters to share what gets our clients noticed, how they continue to grow themselves and their careers, and why it is essential to stay connected. The journey begins when you find a travel nurse agency and recruiter with whom you connect.

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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

Minority Nurse

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

As a hard-working and successful nursing professional examining your career, you might reflect on your nurse mentor. The person who inspired, guided, advised, and kept you on the straight and narrow path, and ask yourself if you’ve ever been one yourself. Was there someone who took you under their wing? Was there an individual who counseled you on your choice of master’s degree program?

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Celayix

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Customer Review/Testimonial – Fraser Valley Regional Library The Supervisors and employees love Celayix. We are now able to schedule our employees the way we want and the support team has been so helpful from the beginning. – Director of Organizational Development, Fraser Valley Regional Library ← See previous posts See more posts → You may also like… What are Split Shifts and How to Implement Them September 26, 2023 To ensure compliance with split shift regulation

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NRC Health

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

HUB23 speakers helped conference attendees engage and transform healthcare together—and now you can watch Fundamental First speakers on demand. Don’t miss these incredible talks on how art and science can improve your healthcare system’s practices. The post HUB23 Speakers: Use empathy to partner better with teams and patients appeared first on NRC Health.

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Consult QD

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Patients with chronic pain often lose control over significant parts of their lives. They can feel helpless against intolerable discomfort, and be unable to work, connect with loved ones or take part in previously enjoyed activities. Simple activities such as bathing and getting dressed may be beyond their capabilities on some days. Now Cleveland Clinic pain management specialists are connecting patients to a single-session, two-hour group education program to give them more tools for managing.

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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.

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Registered Nursing

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

For registered nurses (RNs) seeking to elevate their careers and gain a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree, there is a convenient alternative – RN to BSN programs that do not require clinicals. These bridge programs cater to the needs of working nurses who wish to advance their education without the time-consuming clinical components.

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Empowered Nurses

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

At the University of Wisconsin, the nurses are unionized. Unfortunately, a year ago Governor Tony Evers stepped in to negotiate a deal to avert a strike at the UW Health hospital in Madison. The union for the nurses wants UW Health to provide greater pay transparency and to remove salary caps. One of Wisconsin’s US Senators will be speaking to the group to call for urgent progress toward retention and safe staffing in quality care.

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Capitol Beat

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

According to the World Health Organization, climate change is the biggest health threat facing humanity. This assertion opens ANA’s latest position statement– Nurses’ Role in Addressing Global Climate Change, Climate Justice, and Health­ –which was released today. This new position statement builds on previous work at ANA around the nurses’ role in addressing this global health issue.

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Nursing Inquiry

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Abstract This paper explores the explanatory models of mental challenges among Black Africans in England. It argues that understanding these models is critical for providing culturally appropriate care to this population. The study employed qualitative methodology, and interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA). Twelve mental health service users who are living in England and self-identified as first or second-generation Black Africans were purposively selected.

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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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Celayix

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Fraser Valley Regional Library (FVRL) was established in 1930 and was the first of its kind in North America. Today it is the largest public library system in British Columbia, with 25 community libraries serving over 820,000 people in its service area. Their vision is “Improving the quality of life for our communities through knowledge, ideas and experiences.

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