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Gerontology nursing: holistic care of the older person

The Nurse Break

Health care professionals are sometimes caught between providing holistic care and meeting the “factory line” focus on throughput, and this can be dissatisfying for health workers who want to provide quality person-focused care to the patient in front of them.

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The Power of Teamwork in Combating Nursing Home Neglect 

American Medical Compliance

The Role of Teamwork in Preventing Nursing Home Neglect Interdisciplinary Collaboration Among Healthcare Providers Healthcare providers, including doctors, nurses, physical therapists, and social workers, must work together to deliver holistic care.

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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. These advanced degrees will lead to career advancement as a nurse practitioner, pursuing a leadership position, or becoming a nurse educator.

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Meet a Champion of Nursing Diversity: Kimberly Williams

Minority Nurse

I rose above my circumstances to succeed in nursing, and my experience culminated in a leadership position at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health, serving as a testament to determination, resilience, and the power of education. When I came into the field, few Black nurses were in any leadership roles.

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Resiliency, Diversity, Opportunity: Core Tenants of a Magnet-accredited Nursing Program

Minority Nurse

Resilience is at the heart of strong nursing and nursing leadership. With it, optimal care practices and improved patient outcomes are possible. According to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN), a few sobering statistics firmly etch recruiting and talent atop nursing leadership’s priorities.

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The Transition from Staff Nurse to Charge Nurse: Challenges and Strategies

Every Nurse

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT The Transition from Staff Nurse to Charge Nurse: Challenges and Strategies Updated June 22, 2023 by EveryNurse Staff Writers Many nurses aspire to take on leadership roles, and becoming a charge nurse is often the next step on this career trajectory.

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Contributed Content: National Nurses Month: Enhancing Nursing Support Systems to Address Burnout

Health Leaders | Nursing

For instance, at CenterWell Home Health — a part of Humana— we ensure that our nurses are supported by a team of diverse clinical professionals, including physical, occupational and speech therapists, and social workers who all work together to ensure that our patients' comprehensive care needs are met.