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How Do We Achieve Excellence & Empathy in the Health Care System?

Life of a Nurse

It could be we have improved the delivery of questionable practices, seen the growth of big pharma, what we don’t always see is that by not applying evidence, by not investing in evidence; we do not end up where we want to go–best health outcomes (Teisberg & Wallace, 2019). Health care does not improve health enough.

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CNOs Share Their Hopes (And Fears) for Virtual Nursing

Scrubs

Some argue that virtual nursing would remove the human element of healthcare, which would ultimately reduce patient satisfaction and worsen health outcomes. It moves nurses into the space of holistic care coordination,” Antrum added. But not everyone agrees on the merits of this approach.

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Nursing Care Plan: Guide with Example & Writing Tips

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

What Are the Components of a Care Plan? Care Plan Fundamentals Sample Nursing Care Plan What Is a Nursing Care Plan? A nursing care plan documents how to identify a patients needs and facilitate holistic care, typically according to a five-step framework.

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Certified Nurse Midwives: Bridging the Gap in Maternal Healthcare

Every Nurse

Certified nurse midwives work collaboratively with obstetricians and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal health outcomes for pregnant women and their babies. The Benefits of Midwifery Care for Mothers and Babies Midwifery care has been found to have numerous benefits for mothers and their babies.

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8 Reasons Why You Should Become a Nurse Practitioner

Minority Nurse

Not only do they provide comprehensive, holistic care, but they also develop relationships with their patients’ family members, leading to overall better health outcomes. Nurse practitioners have a significant impact on the healthcare system.

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Foot Care Nurses: Saving Limbs, One Foot at a Time

Diversity Nursing

A critical component of their role involves addressing the impact of social determinants of health, defined by the World Health Organization as non-medical factors influencing health outcomes.

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The power of patient- and family-centered care

American Nurse

Person-centered care for older adults must prioritize reducing health disparities, leveraging technology as appropriate, engaging end-of-life resources for holistic care, and embracing chronic disease models that optimize quality of life and functioning. Jennifer Coleman PhD, RN, CNE, COI, ANEF and Cynthia G.