The Nursing Site
DECEMBER 15, 2022
If you or someone you know needs help with thoughts of suicide please call 988! Dance has always been a big part of my life. I remember vividly seeing this young man compete on So You Think You Can Dance a few years ago and I began following his career. He was a bright light on Ellen and wherever he has guested over these short years. He was a beautiful ray of light and sunshine always.
Daily Nurse
DECEMBER 15, 2022
In the course of many nurses’ healthcare careers, witnessing the illness, suffering, and death of others is commonplace. From dialysis and med-surg to home health and the ICU, nurses create therapeutic relationships with patients and their families, providing spiritual and emotional comfort, compassion, and skilled expert care based on many decades of nursing science and […].
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Minority Nurse
DECEMBER 13, 2022
Culturally competent nursing mentorship for nursing students, nurses, or faculty often remains challenging when the mentor needs to reflect on the mentee. Understanding diversity in higher education and the strategies to improve culturally competent guidance is looked at through the lens of mentoring. Brief History. The term ‘mentor’ was adopted from Mentor, a Greek mythological figure in Homer’s “Odyssey.
Nurse.com
DECEMBER 15, 2022
When you’re a nurse, every shift presents the possibility that an ethical dilemma will emerge. And these dilemmas run the gamut from whether a patient has been invited to participate in their own treatment plan to whether an end-of-life care plan respects a patient’s spirituality or personal preferences. Now, there’s an award that acknowledges and celebrates nurses who demonstrate solid ethical practice.
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.
The Nurse Break
DECEMBER 15, 2022
The ultimate nursing guide to sepsis Written by Matthew Javni – ICU Critical Care Nurse, Melbourne Australia. It is important to note that this document does not serve as a substitute for your organization’s policies and procedures. This is intended for educational purposes and combines evidence drawn from current literature and clinical experiences.
Daily Nurse
DECEMBER 12, 2022
Nursing is in a state of crisis. Overwhelmed by the critical need for more nurses, nursing is at a crossroads, and according to the president of the largest school of nursing in the U.S., it’s time to adopt a new professional model. Daily Nurse chatted with Chamberlain University President Karen Cox, Ph.D., RN, FACHE, FAAN, […].
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Healthy Workforce Institute
DECEMBER 14, 2022
As 2022 comes to an end, we can look back and agree, bullying and incivility have finally received the attention they deserve. There is evidence that employees are burned out and leaving because of a toxic work culture. As we wrap up the year, we would like to share ten strategies our team has published throughout the year so you can take action against bullying and incivility in your department.
The Nurse Break
DECEMBER 14, 2022
I’m Cynarra, you could say that I have been practicing being a nurse since I was born. I grew up with a sister with complex disabilities due to spina bifida (myelomeningocele). She communicated by nonverbal communication mostly including finger-pointing, selecting with her eyes and other body language cues. I developed skills of observation and communicating in different ways other than the usual ‘speaking’.
Daily Nurse
DECEMBER 13, 2022
Navigating being a military spouse and having a successful nursing career is not a feat for the weak. It’s a life of traveling the world, meeting new people, experiencing new cultures, eating new foods, moving every 2-3 years, and having that ‘one’ pile of boxes in the garage that has faithfully traveled the globe with […].
Diversity Nursing
DECEMBER 11, 2022
Photo: Forensic Technology Center of Excellence. Bruises are one of the most common injuries observed on victims of violent crime, such as victims of sexual assault and domestic violence, according to the National Institute of Justice (NIJ). "Bruise detection and diagnosis are currently conducted by sight, under regular light, and bruises are often difficult to see on victims of violence depending on their skin color and the age of their injury.
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
Symplr
DECEMBER 12, 2022
The symplr Compass Survey of technology leaders, all members of the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME), found them motivated to digitally transform their healthcare operations despite financial pressure, widespread healthcare workforce problems, and other challenges. Next, we asked symplr's top executives to share their outlook for healthcare operations and technology. symplr CEO BJ Schaknowski's responses and reactions follow. .
The Nurse Break
DECEMBER 15, 2022
4 anaesthetic emergencies that new nurses need to be aware of? Written by Rory Tanner. Original full article here when we interviewed him about his career. He is a Peri-anaesthesia Clinical Nurse Specialist, Educator and Facilitator and the Founder of the Aussie Nurse Educator. Worth checking it out! The four main emergencies in anaesthesia practice are “cannot intubate, cannot oxygenate” (CICO), anaphylaxis, local anaesthetic toxicity and malignant hyperthermia.
Daily Nurse
DECEMBER 16, 2022
The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted how healthcare settings could contribute to the spread of infections, harming patients and healthcare personnel. More than 1.7 million healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) occur in the U.S. each year, resulting in more than 99,000 annual deaths. As a result, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) launched Project Firstline, a transformational initiative […].
CynaMed
DECEMBER 16, 2022
3 minute read Long-term care refers to a selection of services that help meet the medical and non-medical needs of people with chronic illnesses or disabilities. Oftentimes these conditions result from aging naturally. The services may provide physical and/or emotional support and are typically expected to be required for a long time. There are two types of long-term care— custodial care and skilled nursing care.
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.
Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine
DECEMBER 16, 2022
The city of Baltimore is filled with fun and interesting traditions that appeal to people from all walks of life. Our admissions team share the traditions they love most in Baltimore. Baltimore Black Choreography Festival Alexander Murphy, Assistant Director for Diversity Initiatives and Healthcare Organizational Leadership Recruitment Moving to Baltimore in 2022 was such an… The post These are a Few of Our Favorite Things: Admissions Look into Baltimore Traditions appeared first on Johns
The Nurse Break
DECEMBER 12, 2022
Written by Tiffany Taylor (RN) – editing team with The Nurse Break. This is to complement our very brief cheat-sheet guide for your cardiac nursing placement. If you are about to go on placement or start a job on a cardiac or cardiothoracic ward, this page will help you with key information that you should know. Please note, not all answers are provided to all questions as this article is intended to guide your learning.
Daily Nurse
DECEMBER 14, 2022
Dr. Holly Martin, a doctor of nursing practice and family nurse practitioner, recently retired from a 22-year career with the Department of Veterans Affairs. Daily Nurse salutes her accomplishments as a changemaker, advocacy for equitable compensation for nurses, and devotion to serving Veterans by naming Dr. Martin our Nurse of the Week. Dr. Martin’s journey […].
Relias
DECEMBER 16, 2022
Not long ago, city bystanders would erupt in applause during shift changes as healthcare providers exited and entered hospitals. Their applause signaled gratitude for the healthcare heroes bravely battling the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. Nurses (RNs, LPN/LVNs, and UAPs alike) became the face of heroism. Instead of flowing capes, nurse heroes donned scrubs covered by paper jumpsuits, masks, and goggles.
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.
Hospital Recruiting | Nursing
DECEMBER 15, 2022
High pay, excellent bonuses, the opportunity to travel and making your own schedule sounds like a dream job! Travel nursing has grown exponentially as staff realize that they can work less throughout the year while making more money than they can at their current position. As amazing as the opportunity sounds, travel nursing is not for everyone. If you’re considering jumping on the travel train consider these things first.
The Nurse Break
DECEMBER 13, 2022
A guide to Nursing Communication. Meet Steph – The nurse you want next to you when you need help with communication with a patients. Stephanie has a Bachelor of Biomedicine, Bachelor of Nursing from Monash University. She has more than 7 years’ experience working with people with disability and communication issues and this is her passion, having even presented research at ICUR 2017.
NRC Health
DECEMBER 15, 2022
The NRC Health 2023 Pediatric Collaborative is truly a can’t-miss experience, with exceptional presentations that will stir innovative ideas. The post Pediatric Collab preview: Support employees and deliver better care appeared first on NRC Health.
Post University
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Life circumstances led Mary Alderson to become a nurse after getting married and having a child, but her first love was art. After two years at Sarah Lawrence College in New York, where she was making plans to become a painter, Mary grew homesick. “I moved back to Montana, where I grew up on a family ranch, and met my husband,” Mary says. The couple moved to Australia, where her husband is from, but living so far from family was difficult for Mary—especially once she became a mother.
Empowered Nurses
DECEMBER 14, 2022
Four (4) nurses in the labor and delivery unit of Emory University Hospital Midtown recently lost their jobs because they posted an “ICK” video on TIK TOK. An ICK video is a trend where people complain about things they find icky. The quartet made the ICK video to complain about patients. Unfortunately, the administration of the Atlanta hospital learned about the posting and promptly terminated the nurses involved.
The Nurse Break
DECEMBER 16, 2022
Common Urology presentations Dave Heath sees in his day-to-day clinical practice as a Nurse Practitioner. Written by Dave Heath. The original FULL article is here: Day in the life of a Urology Nurse Practitioner! Prostate Issues. I see new referrals for elevated PSA (prostate blood test). These can also have bladder symptoms i.e. difficulty with passing urine.
Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine
DECEMBER 14, 2022
Gurtler Scholarship recipient Kelsey Sabo served in the U.S. Peace Corps in Uganda from 2014-2018. She hosted a local radio show on malaria, HIV/AIDS and water sanitation, and she led women’s reproductive health workshops, helping women craft reusable menstrual pads out of low-cost materials. Podcast References and Resources: The Elephant in the Room The Gurtler… The post Episode 21: A Peace Corps Story about HIV/AIDS, Menstruation, and Being with Communities in Uganda appeared first on Jo
Symplr
DECEMBER 14, 2022
Each month we provide a roundup of news, awards, and features about symplr and symplr's subject-matter experts.
NRC Health
DECEMBER 13, 2022
Health organizations that are already overwhelmed by challenges must find a way to implement simple but systematic tools that will support a deep transformation from transactions to transcendental relations. The post Understanding the Fifth Revolution as a key competitive advantage appeared first on NRC Health.
The Nurse Break
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Indigenous Nursing. Listen or Watch HERE. Join our new FB group Rural & Remote Nursing | The Australian Outback. Jackson from The Nurse Break interviewed Melanie Robinson, one of Australia’s most senior Indigenous nurses and former CEO of CATSINAM. We talked about: Mel is an RN of more than 18 years, with a background spanning paediatrics, critical care, aged care, government policy and research and so much more.
Nursology
DECEMBER 13, 2022
Mysteries of Publishing Writing for publication in scholarly journals means a great deal to me because I am invested as part of a larger community of people, in advancing discipline specific knowledge in nursing.
Providence
DECEMBER 13, 2022
December 13, 2022 If you’re interested in joining an organization that’s truly part of its communities, consider Providence. Community partnerships are a tradition at Providence dating back over a century, when our founders first came west to serve those in need, and today they’re stronger than ever.
NurseBuff
DECEMBER 13, 2022
When you buy something using the links on our posts, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Learn more. Can you believe it? It’s that time of year again. Christmas is a lovely time with all the presents we receive and all the food we get to eat. However, finding […] The post Ultimate Holiday Shopping Guide For Nurses appeared first on NurseBuff.
The Nurse Break
DECEMBER 15, 2022
5 NICU conditions and 5 NICU equipment you must know. Written by Joshua Roberts originally in the FULL ARTICLE about NICU nursing. Worth a read! Read more exciting clinical topics here. 5 NICU conditions. Hydrops Fetalis. Hydrops Fetalis, or shortened to Hydrops, is a serious and life-threatening condition that we see in the NICU from time to time. The condition essentially occurs when fluid leaves the infants bloodstream and fills into the tissues.
Advances in Nursing Science
DECEMBER 13, 2022
The current featured article in ANS is titled “The Patient Care Experience as Perceived by Hispanic Patients With Chronic Illness Undergoing Transplant: A Grounded Theory” authored by Silvinia Gamilia González Cuizon, PhD, RN and Eileen K. Fry-Bowers, PhD, JD, RN, CPNP, FAAN.
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