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Former nurse ‘let down’ by failings in pressure ulcer care

Nursing Times

Read about the why the parliamentary and health service ombudsman has found failings in the pressure ulcer care of a former nurse.

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Virtual Nursing - The Pros and Cons

Diversity Nursing

Virtual Nursing has emerged as a groundbreaking innovation, leveraging technology to reimagine traditional Nursing practices. As healthcare systems face growing demands, virtual Nursing offers a hybrid model to optimize patient care. However, like any transformative change, it comes with its own set of advantages and challenges. Let’s explore the pros and cons of virtual Nursing to understand its role in healthcare.

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NMC to keep ‘close eye’ on physician associate review

Nursing Times

Find out about the NMC's stance on the upcoming review of physician and anaesthesia associates and its implications for nursing associates.

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The Nursing Code of Ethics: A Cornerstone of Professional Practice

Every Nurse

CLINICAL PRACTICE The Nursing Code of Ethics: A Cornerstone of Professional Practice By EveryNurse Staff Writers | Updated on November 21, 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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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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USAHS Rounds Out Exceptional Austin Leadership Team to Tackle Healthcare Worker Shortage

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Originally published on GlobeNewswire The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) is proud to announce the appointment of a new program director at its Austin campus: Dr. Christopher Wise, who leads the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program. Alongside Dr. Meghan Savage , who continues to direct the speech-language pathology (SLP) master’s program, and Dr.

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A Near Tragedy: Lessons for Nurses from a Kentucky Man’s Close Call with Organ Donation

Empowered Nurses

Recently, a shocking story from Kentucky highlighted the importance of caution and communication in healthcare. A man was mistakenly declared brain-dead and nearly had his organs harvested before his family’s vigilance saved his life. As nurses, we are often the ones closest to our patients and their families, and there are valuable lessons we can take from this case to prevent similar errors.

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Unleashing innovative marketing insights to connect the dots for patient experience initiatives

NRC Health

Consumers expect always-on connectivity, transparency, and personalization; so, to drive loyalty, the Wexner Medical Center has focused on delivering individualized, high-quality patient experiences while enhancing its digital front door. The post Unleashing innovative marketing insights to connect the dots for patient experience initiatives appeared first on NRC Health.

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Which NP Specialty is Right For Me?

Board Vitals - Nursing

Before applying to NP school, one of the most important questions that you should answer for yourself is “What type of nurse practitioner do I want to become?” While many of us have experience working in a certain setting (ICU, clinic, emergency room, general pediatric floor, etc.) or with a certain population (babies, children, women, older adults, etc.), that does not mean that we automatically have a specialty in mind when considering becoming a nurse practitioner.

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Ohio bill would mandate nurse-to-patient ratios

Health Leaders | Nursing

Ohio lawmakers are debating a bill to address challenges facing nurses. One solution on the table is mandating minimum staffing ratios in all hospital units. The Ohio nurses association surveyed 11,000 nurses last year and found 58% of them left bedside roles because of their patient care load, and 70% of direct care nurses said they’re considering leaving bedside roles because of how many patients they’re caring for.

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Top States for Your Next Travel Nursing Assignment

The Gypsy Nurse

Jackson Nurse Professionals provided this article. Introduction to the World of Travel Nursing Stepping into the world of travel nursing opens doors to new adventures and experiences. It’s a path that combines professional growth with the thrill of discovering different parts of the country. Each assignment presents an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in diverse communities while building lasting memories.

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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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Empowering nurses: CDC Foundation funds NPWH to battle increasing health threats in pregnancy

Health Leaders | Nursing

In a major move to improve maternal health, the National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health (NPWH) announced a landmark grant from the CDC Foundation that will empower the organizations to strengthen nursing’s response to infectious diseases during pregnancy with a keen focus on addressing the alarming resurgence of congenital syphilis in the United States.

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Empowering Nurses: CDC Foundation Funds NPWH to Battle Increasing Health Threats in Pregnancy

Daily Nurse

In a major move to improve maternal health, the National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health (NPWH) announced a landmark grant from the CDC Foundation that will empower the organizations to strengthen nursing’s response to infectious diseases during pregnancy with a keen focus on addressing the alarming resurgence of congenital syphilis in the United States.

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Memorization Tips to Help Nursing Students Pass Exams with Confidence

Minority Nurse

Nursing students need to memorize a lot of information to pass the tests they take, especially the NCLEX exam. All of this information can be hard to remember over time. Traditional ways of studying in college, like cramming, don’t work for the knowledge nurses need to recall on the job in years ahead. With the help of study resources, peer support, and good study methods, retaining information can be much easier than you think.

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