Diversity Nursing

DECEMBER 6, 2023

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) strictly protects patient privacy and prohibits healthcare professionals from sharing any identifiable information without the patient's consent. Respecting patient confidentiality is not only an ethical responsibility but also a legal requirement.

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The Gypsy Nurse

APRIL 19, 2023

If you have a therapist now, depending on the state they are licensed in, they may or may not be able to practice across state lines (for example, if they are in New York and you accept an assignment in Georgia). This can be a huge benefit to nurses who switch agencies and may not always have the same health insurance.

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Minority Nurse

AUGUST 2, 2023

Crystal Beckford is an accomplished healthcare executive with extensive experience in health systems in Maryland and Florida. She has a proven track record in hospital, health plan, long-term care, and health insurance leadership. I started my career as a licensed practice nurse for two years and then earned my BSN, RN.

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Hospital Recruiting | Nursing

APRIL 1, 2020

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) has been temporarily waived during the COVID-19 pandemic, allowing physicians and others to use any videoconferencing tool, including Facetime, Zoom* and Google Hangouts. CPT codes for billing purposes are available.

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Healthcare Law Insights blog

MARCH 7, 2024

Licensing ensures that healthcare practitioners meet competency standards and protect public welfare. Healthcare professionals typically hold licenses within their state, but the rise of telehealth challenges this norm, necessitating careful reconsideration.

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The Gypsy Nurse

MARCH 6, 2023

” I just need to get my license and talk to my recruiter if I want to go somewhere specific. Other fantastic benefits of becoming a travel nurse include free housing paid for by the employer, comprehensive health insurance plans, travel reimbursements, 401(k) retirement plans, free continuing education, and numerous other benefits.

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The Gypsy Nurse

MAY 9, 2024

You can use the EAP to help get you through a rough patch, and most EAPs will provide you with a handful of free counseling sessions with a local, licensed mental health professional. In many cases, the EAP is available through your agency, even if you don’t take advantage of health insurance or other benefits.

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American Nurse

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Substance use disorders (SUD) also affect nurses and overlap with suicide when nurses are reported, are suspected of, or lose their licenses due to SUD. Contact: 988 911 Local emergency room Your healthcare provider I may need mental health help soon. Nurse suicide prevention starts with crisis intervention. Am Nurse J.

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Every Nurse

JANUARY 28, 2023

To become a travel CNA, it’s important to understand what this profession entails – from education requirements and licensing needs to job opportunities and benefits of being a traveler. Travel CNAs are responsible for providing patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse.

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University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

AUGUST 9, 2023

What licensing requirements exist where you want to work? Pass the NPTE and Get Licensed Where You Want To Travel Once you know where you want to practice, you’ll need to take the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) and get licensed for any state where you want to practice. What locations are most interesting to you?

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Hospital Recruiting | Nursing

OCTOBER 1, 2020

To meet the changes in demand for healthcare workers, the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is temporarily allowing healthcare workers to practice across state lines in areas where they are not licensed, as long as they have the needed licensure in another state. Perks Travel jobs have several unique perks.

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MAS Medical Staffing

JANUARY 24, 2023

Benefits – Seeking family-wide health insurance? No additional licenses – To work as a travel nurse, you must hold a nursing license for every state where you work a contracted job. By working locally, you can eliminate the need for any extra nursing licenses. Interested in starting a 401(k) account?

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Minority Nurse

MARCH 22, 2023

Even if a patient has health insurance, they may still have financial concerns, making it difficult to afford medications and treatments. They may be worried about paying their rent or utility bills, which makes it difficult to focus on their physical health. We also know that socioeconomic issues are tied to kidney disease.

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The Gypsy Nurse

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Documentation Important documents (ID, nursing license , certifications, etc.) Health insurance information and contact numbers Recruiter and travel nursing agency contact information Find Your Next Travel Nursing Assignment Packing for cold weather assignments ? Optional: Cozy rental-friendly décor or a “piece of home.”

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Nurse.com

AUGUST 3, 2023

In the complaint, the niece said the nurse had violated her Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) privacy rights and also acted unprofessionally. Are you concerned about how “volunteering” your skills outside the workplace can affect your license? Patient injury isn’t required.

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University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

In this role, you will teach the next generation of nurses in classrooms and provide continuing education to licensed nurses in a clinical setting. You may work in healthcare operations management, data-driven healthcare and health policy. You can also work for health insurance companies or as a risk and insurance consultant.

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Post University

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

An MBA in Healthcare Administration can give you the healthcare-focused business leadership and management skills that hospitals, physicians’ offices, health insurance companies, and other types of healthcare organizations may be looking for.

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University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

JULY 31, 2023

If you want to practice in multiple states, apply for a multistate license from the Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) , which includes 40 member states. They also provide health insurance and retirement benefits you wouldn’t receive working a short-term job. Obtain RN Licensure The next step is to apply for RN licensure.

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The Gypsy Nurse

JULY 20, 2023

You might need your nursing license, travel documents, passport, health insurance, and more, depending on your assignment’s specifics. Don’t forget to carry some cash, credit card, or ATM card, as well. Documents and Paperwork Finally, make sure you have all your essential documents and paperwork when traveling.

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MAS Medical Staffing

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Paired with a trusted nurse staffing agency like MAS Medical, you can also enjoy full-time benefits like health insurance, 401k compensation, weekly pay, and so much more. When you’re ready for your traveling healthcare job search, let us walk you through everything you need to know about licensing, housing, and more.

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University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

JUNE 23, 2023

Salary figures include compensation such as annual salaries, hourly wages, commissions, tips and bonuses, but do not include additional benefits, such as health insurance, retirement plans and other benefit packages. The BLS is widely accepted as the authoritative source for projected salary and job growth data. in 2021 was $45,760.

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MAS Medical Staffing

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Assignment responsibilities Pay and benefits Housing and transportation Certifications and licenses Facility policies and procedure Contact information for facility personnel Recruitment agency policies (payment processes, cancellations, etc.) Local area information #2 Honesty There’s no sugarcoating in travel healthcare. Even better?

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MAS Medical Staffing

JANUARY 20, 2023

Get Your Ducks (and Your License) in a Row Travel nursing tips wouldn’t be complete without mention of state licensing and professional growth. While you care for your patients, we take care of you—our compensation packages include health insurance, 401(k) matching, housing stipends, and same-day pay.

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Relias

AUGUST 12, 2023

Respondents in this study stated that credentialing is the foundation for risk management, as you can “only be as good as the providers you hire.” After the FTCA coverage application is complete and submitted, the hours of preparation, policy creation, updates, and documentation are over.

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University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

JULY 1, 2024

Additional personal expenses – These fees include entertainment, health insurance, unforeseen situations and more. In addition, all states require licensure in order to practice; however, state licenses are usually based on the results of the NBCOT Certification Examination.

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Hospital Recruiting | Nursing

JANUARY 31, 2020

Contact your health insurance provider to inquire about mental health coverage. Many companies offer mental wellness benefits through their Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that include free counseling sessions, assistance with locating counselors, or even time off for recovery. Locate a local support group.

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Every Nurse

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

It May Soon Be a Requirement Why an RN-to-BSN With No Pre Reqs Can Hurt Your Career 6 Reasons Nurses Quit Develop These Nursing Skills to Maximize Patient Care 4 Elements of Time Management New Nurses Need to Know After receiving your hard-won nursing degree and license, you, like most new nurses, rightfully feel excited about your future.

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American Nurse

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

even with public health insurance, is almost 24 years less than the general population – 52.6 Health inequities Of the nearly 75,000 Americans hospitalized for sickle cell disease from 2016 to 2018, more than 93% were Black. Still, life expectancy for those with sickle cell disease in the U.S., years compared with 76.1

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Relias

AUGUST 30, 2023

Licensed midwives (LMs) may not have a nursing degree. Yet not everyone considering care from a midwife or doula knows how to find these types of providers or whether their services are covered by their health insurance. They then take a national certification examination.

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The Gypsy Nurse

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Continuing Education: Travelers may be eligible for tuition reimbursement for classes, certifications, new licenses, and more. Nurses may also target specific facilities to enhance their resumes. These benefits can offset lower pay and enhance the overall compensation package.

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Nurse.com

APRIL 23, 2023

Being criminally charged with harm to a patient would probably make a top 10 list of nurses’ worst fears, along with being a defendant in a professional negligence lawsuit or losing their license to practice. But there are some things nurses can do to protect themselves. Nurses are so busy, and this can reduce the risk of an error.”

Legal Issues 52

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American Nurse

MAY 8, 2023

Medicare, the largest payer of medical expenses in the United States, provides primary health insurance for more than 60 million beneficiaries. Staffing levels reflect RN hours per resident per day and total nurse staffing (including RN, licensed practical nurse/licensed vocational nurse, and nurse aide hours per resident per day).

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