Fri.Jun 07, 2024

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The Future of Nursing Informatics: Trends and Predictions for the Next Decade

Daily Nurse

Nursing informatics combines nursing science, analytics, and information science to help manage and share vital healthcare data. Its main objective is to promptly provide clinicians with accurate patient data to enhance patient-centered care and results. Nursing informatics streamlines the documentation process. Paperwork is reduced with the use of electronic health records (EHRs), which help in the automation of data transmission that nurses, doctors, and patients can easily access.

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The Case for Soft Skills in Nursing Education

American Nurse

As the healthcare climate continues to change, the demand for nurses with strong clinical skills and an effective bedside manner grows. Unfortunately, some nursing programs place an insufficient emphasis on developing soft skills alongside clinical judgment, technical expertise, and other traditional core competencies. Not only does this leave new nurses unprepared for the complexity of the healthcare field, but it also negatively impacts our profession as a whole.

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How much flexibility is too much in nurse staffing?

Becker's Hospital Review

"Discover how hospitals are implementing flexible options for nurses to improve retention, satisfaction, and well-being while maintaining patient safety.

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‘Follow the Cannons!’: Clara Barton’s Pioneering Battlefield Nursing at Antietam

Amercan Journal of Nursing

Antietam battlefield, seen from the observation tower. Photo credit: Lewis Sandy. As it happens, this summer’s #1 best-selling book is Kristin Hannah’s The Women , which tells the story of Frankie, a young idealist nurse who volunteers to serve in Vietnam. This harrowing tale takes her fresh out of Army basic training to the Thirty Sixth Evac Hospital, where she and her fellow nurses triage the wounded, provide care for the dying, and stabilize soldiers for further treatment at other hospitals,

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Fertility Benefits for Every Age: A HR Roadmap from Gen Z to Baby Boomers

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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Meet Joe: A Passionate Recruiter Connecting Nurses with Their Perfect Roles

Core Medical Group

Joe is a Senior Recruiter in the Permanent Placement Division at CoreMedical Group, with over 2.5 years of experience. Known for being personable and easy to talk to, Joe enjoys fishing, watching sports, and spending time with his son. Joe is dedicated to connecting nurses with their perfect placement!

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Tracking Key Metrics to Virtual Nursing Success

Health Leaders | Nursing

At the HealthLeaders Virtual Nursing Mastermind event this week in Atlanta, healthcare leaders discussed the KPIs they’re measuring to prove ROI Healthcare executives are embracing innovative ideas like virtual care to stabilize a shrinking nursing workforce and boost clinical outcomes, but they need to know what to measure to prove ROI. Virtual nursing programs are becoming popular in health systems across the country, either as a stand-alone program or, more commonly, as one part of a more com

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The doctor or nurse practitioner will see you. Does it matter?

Health Leaders | Nursing

Amid a critical shortage of physicians throughout the U.S. and an increase in the number of nurse practitioners with doctorates, nursing groups are pushing to expand what certain nurses can do without doctors’ supervision.

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The Rising Cost of Contingent Labor

Ringo

The rising cost of contingent labor has led to increased expenses. Hospitals and healthcare staffing firms will need a platform to control costs.

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Oregon's new nurse staffing law leads to flood of complaints to state health agency

Health Leaders | Nursing

A law passed last year that requires gradually more stringent nurse and certified nursing assistant (CNA) staffing ratios at Oregon hospitals is prompting a flood of complaints to the state agency charged with hospital oversight.

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Thriving as a Frontline Travel Nurse This Summer: Essential Tips for Success

The Gypsy Nurse

Fastaff provided this article. As a frontline travel nurse, the summer season can present unique challenges and opportunities. During the summer, it can be tough to stay focused when all you can think about is having fun in the sun. However, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the season while fulfilling your crucial role on the front lines. Balancing your demanding role with self-care and adventure is key to making the most of this vibrant time of year.

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Why Menopause Should Matter to Today’s Employers

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

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Nurses rally in DC, call for immediate hiring of VA medical staff

Health Leaders | Nursing

Nurses working for the Department of Veterans Affairs rallied in downtown Washington, D.C., on Thursday to call attention to staff vacancies and what they describe as overwhelming workloads at medical facilities across the country.

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Identifying and Addressing Health Disparities in LGBTQ+ Populations

Diversity Nursing

It is essential for healthcare to be fair and accessible to all individuals, yet LGBTQ+ individuals often face significant health disparities. These disparities arise from various factors, including societal stigma, discrimination, and a lack of culturally competent care. As Nurses, we hold a unique position to recognize and address these health inequities, guaranteeing LGBTQ+ patients receive high-quality care they rightfully deserve.

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Connecticut Enacts Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)

Health Leaders | Nursing

Gov. Ned Lamont signed the NLC into law on May 30, 2024, making Connecticut the 42nd jurisdiction to enact the NLC. Pillar: CNO Link: Full story Article Source: Yahoo!

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