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Top Factors Affecting Patient Satisfaction in Healthcare

Scrubs

Patient happiness is a very huge concern in healthcare, and it’s not only about keeping people pleased during their doctor visits. Patient satisfaction forms a central part of the standard of healthcare, affecting various facets from how many patients continue to come back for treatment to the total effectiveness of care given.

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The First Year: What to Expect When Running a New Nurse Practitioner Practice

Nurse Practitioners in Business

How to Attract Your First Patients: Partner with local providers for referrals. Offer promotions for new patients (e.g., Patient Retention Strategies: Provide exceptional care and follow-up with patients after their visits. Most practices grow gradually through word-of-mouth and strategic marketing.

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Nurse-led case management of bariatric-surgery patients shows promise

American Nurse

. “The care planning and the interventions found in the selected studies revealed a diversity of findings that mostly converge on a PCC ( Patient-centered Care ) model,” wrote the authors in their study published in Obesity Reviews. ” The authors note, however, that it is unclear how long these interventions should last.

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Health Systems Investing in DEI: A Closer Look

Diversity Nursing

Healthcare organizations and hospitals are making significant investments in initiatives focused on promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in order to cultivate a dynamic and talented workforce for the future. By promoting diversity and inclusion, hospitals aim to address these disparities and provide equitable care to all patients.

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5 Ways to Reduce Horizontal Violence in Healthcare

Relias

Teach staff communication techniques that promote collaboration and mutual respect. By adopting a zero-tolerance policy, training leaders and staff, conducting assessments, and promoting reflection, healthcare leaders can reduce workplace violence and create a culture of collaboration, trust, and high-quality care.

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Why Representation in Nursing is Important

Diversity Nursing

When patients can relate to their Nurses on a personal level, it encourages open communication, allowing for a more comprehensive understanding of their healthcare needs. This trust is not only essential for effective healthcare delivery, but it also plays a significant role in patient satisfaction and overall well-being.

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A Model of Care for Today and Tomorrow

Consult QD

Aligning with the organization’s professional practice model (PPM), it empowered nurses to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and facilitate patient care delivery processes that promoted best practices and optimal outcomes. But as the pandemic unfolded, it became clear that the model wasn’t meeting daily patient care needs.