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Hospitals with the Most Vulnerable Maternity Patients Understaffed with Nurses

Minority Nurse

for the most vulnerable childbearing populations, including Black mothers and those insured by Medicaid. Nurses play a central role in the 3.6 These same nurse-to-patient ratios were included in the AWHONN nurse staffing standards published in 2022. million births in U.S. hospitals each year.

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The Exec: CommonSpirit's New Chief Physician Executive Officer Focused on Care Variation

Health Leaders | Nursing

Once a clinical standard has been set, CommonSpirit promotes widespread adoption, according to McGinn. "We We are also one of the largest Medicaid providers," McGinn says. "We Virtual nursing has also been a major initiative to improve patient satisfaction in the inpatient setting, McGinn explains. "To We have podcasts.

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The Relentless School Nurse: We Are the Backbone of Student Health & Wellness

The Relentless School Nurse

However, these increasing demands come at a time when many schools face significant nursing shortages. Budget constraints have left some districts with only one nurse serving multiple schoolsor none at all. This shortage is particularly pronounced in rural areas, where access to healthcare is already limited.

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New Year, New Congress and Administration, Same Mission.

Capitol Beat

Congress must take action to improve nurse staffing and reduce burnout, such as investing in mental health and substance use dependence support for nurses. Ensuring a robust nursing workforce requires new, well-trained nurses.

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