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Decompression from Work

Emerging RN Leader

By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN Nurses and their leaders struggle with burnout and exhaustion. A contributor is the inability to decompress after work effectively. Press Ganey, a leading provider of experience measurement, published a report that analyzed data from over 345,000 clinical RN voices to understand today’s nursing workforce better and recommend […] The post Decompression from Work appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.

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A Conversation with Rep Frank Chopp (1953-2025)

Josephine Ensign

Rep Frank Chopp, May 16, 2022. Photo credit: Josephine Ensign “Where’s the greatest need?” Frank Chopp said he constantly asked himself during his lifetime as a health, housing, and social care advocate, first in direct services in Seattle and then as our longest-term Speaker of the House in Olympia. From starting some of Seattle’s earliest social housing programs, advocating for Apple Health for Kids , the Apple Health and Homes Initiative , behavioral health initiatives

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Legal Responsibilities of Nurses in Medication Administration 

American Medical Compliance

Medication errors are serious legal responsibilities of nurses and are often a deadly issue in healthcare. According to the Institute of Medicine , more than 7,000 people die each year due to medication-related mistakes. One in every 131 outpatient deaths and one in every 854 inpatient deaths can be traced back to these errorsmany of which are preventable.

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The Time for Action Is Now: We Must Take Bold Steps to Transform the Nursing Profession

Daily Nurse

The healthcare profession is at a pivotal moment. A growing crisis is evident across various sectors, driven by healthcare workforce shortages and a lack of skilled professionals prepared to thrive in high-stress environments. The recent global pandemic intensified this issue, leading to higher turnover rates among new nurses who often opt for less demanding roles.

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Fertility Benefits for Every Age: A HR Roadmap from Gen Z to Baby Boomers

Speaker: Lauri Armstrong, SHRM-SCP - Sr. Director, People Operations at Carrot Fertility

Today’s workforce includes multiple generations of employees all looking for something different from their benefits package. While meeting these disparate needs can be challenging, a comprehensive fertility benefit can support everyone from junior staffers learning about their fertility health to senior leadership managing menopause and low testosterone symptoms.

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The Countdown is On – Five Days Until the Masterclass

The Nursing Site

Did you get your FREE Ticket yet? The Countdown is On – Five Days Until the Masterclass. Im thrilled to announce that Ill be speaking at the Reignite Your Passion in Healthcare Masterclass a FREE virtual event happening March 28 through April 1 ! Save your spot here: [link] Join me and 20 expert speakers as we dive deep into practical strategies and insights that will help you: Reclaim your energy and recharge your passion for your healthcare career Tackle stress and overwhelm with action

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Healthy Eating Tips for Travel Nurses

The Gypsy Nurse

Between long shifts, adjusting to new locations, and constantly being on the move, eating healthy can feel like a challenge for travel nurses. A busy schedule can lead to quick, convenient food choices that arent always the healthiest. With a little planning and a few simple strategies, you can fuel your body with nutritious meals and snacks that will keep you healthy and energized for every shift!

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Nursing Board eyes expanding incentives, education revamp ahead of looming workforce exodus

Health Leaders | Nursing

With nearly 39,000 nurses in Alabama expected to leave the profession in the next four years, the Alabama Board of Nursing discussed several topics Monday that they hope will recruit more nurses ahead of the looming workforce exodus. Among the topics discussed included expanding an incentive program for nurse educators and revamping the Alabama Community College Systems Concept Based Nursing Curriculum, which was last updated in 2016.

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‘Better than nothing’: Clinicians and hospital heads accept lower standards of care outside metro hospitals

Nursing Review

Seven million Australians live in rural and remote areas and many struggle to access the same quality of health care as those in metropolitan areas. More than 18,000 Australians have no access to primary health care services within an hours drive time from their home, and many are hours or even multiple days drive from their closest major hospital. Travel to a major city to access health care is costly and time-consuming.

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The Future of Nursing: Why a DNP Degree is Becoming Essential

Registered Nursing

The healthcare landscape is evolving rapidly, and nurses are at the forefront of this transformation. For registered nurses looking to advance their careers, a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree has become more than just an optionit’s becoming a strategic necessity. The Changing Landscape of Nursing Nursing is no longer just about patient care at the bedside.

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The Future of Travel Healthcare:  What’s on the Horizon?

The Gypsy Nurse

As healthcare needs continue to evolve, the role of travel healthcare professionals is becoming increasingly vital. From the growing demand for healthcare services to the advancements in telehealth, the travel healthcare landscape is in the midst of significant transformation. Whether you’re a nurse, physical therapist, medical technologist, or any other healthcare worker on the move, the future looks promising, with a host of new opportunities, trends, and changes on the horizon. 1.

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Why Menopause Should Matter to Today’s Employers

Speaker: Julie B. Chavez - VP, Strategy & Alliances at Carrot

An estimated 1.1 billion women worldwide will have experienced menopause by 2025. Symptoms like hot flashes, fatigue, and anxiety can be incredibly disruptive — and last for years. But despite its massive impact, little is being done to support those going through menopause in the workplace. In a recent survey, 70% of respondents said they have considered changing their employment to better manage symptoms — perhaps because only 8% received significant support from their employer related to meno

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How CNOs Can Make the Financial Case for Nurse Wellbeing

Health Leaders | Nursing

Prioritizing wellbeing requires leadership and individual commitment, says this nurse well-being thought leader. The term "well-being" is a broad term defined in many ways today, depending on the person and their environment. For CNOs, well-being programs and initiatives can focus on employee mental health, physical wellness, finding solutions to combat burnout, and creating healthy work environments.

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What to expect from tonight’s federal budget: Health and cost of living relief

Nursing Review

Treasurer Jim Chalmers will hand down the federal budget at 7:30pm (AEDT) tonight, Tuesday March 25. Here's what we know so far. The Albanese government has already made a number of significant pledges towards the improvement of national healthcare, and it is expected that it will remain a focus of Labor's budget papers tonight. As per recent announcements, it is expected that we will see money committed to the reduction of most Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) medicines.

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Master Your NP Certification: Game-Changing Strategies from Dr. Karen Myrick!

Daily Nurse

Are you ready to take your Nurse Practitioner certification to the next level? In episode 510 of The Nurse Keith Show , host Nurse Keith sits down with the incredible Dr. Karen Myrick , a powerhouse in nursing education, research, and leadership. What youll learn in this episode: Proven strategies to ace your NP certification The latest in innovative learning tools for modern nurses How innovative teaching methods can boost your success Insights from a top nursing leader shaping the future of ed

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Avoiding Burnout With An Annual Vacation

The Gypsy Nurse

As a travel healthcare professional, you spend your days (or nights!) tirelessly caring for patients across the country, supporting facilities in need. This important work can often be exhausting and thankless, leading to potential burnout. One way that you can avoid burnout is to take time away from work to relax and recharge, focusing on yourself and your relationships.

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Maximizing Your Benefits Strategy: Reframing the Way We View Fertility

Speaker: Lizzie Wright - Director of Customer Success at Carrot Fertility

Employee expectations around benefits and workplace support have evolved in step with the growing need for fertility and family-forming care. As HR professionals, it is our job to ensure employees have a comprehensive understanding of the benefits our organizations offer and how they can utilize them. Before educating employees, we first need to understand the rising healthcare costs and the financial burden of fertility care.

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Nurses at Butler Memorial Hospital picketing for safer working conditions

Health Leaders | Nursing

Nurses in Butler County will be picketing Monday, adding their voices to a growing call for change when it comes to violence against healthcare workers. Workers will be doing informational picketing on Monday as they call for Independence Health System to increase safety measures, including having metal detectors at all of the entrances to Butler Memorial.

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NRC Health wins Medallia’s 2024 New Partner Award

NRC Health

NRC Health is honored to be named the winner of Medallias 2024 New Partner Award! This prestigious recognition reflects our commitment to transforming healthcare experiences and the powerful impact of our partnership with Medallia. It is a testament to our dedication to improving every touchpoint of the healthcare journeyfrom patient interactions to employee engagement.

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NMC to begin surveying registrants annually on their experiences

Nursing Times

Read about why the NMC is launching a new annual survey of the professionals on its register as well as members of the public.

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How to Work with Multiple Travel Nurse Recruiters at Once

The Gypsy Nurse

One of the best aspects of travel nursing is the potential it affords you. Pay rate, location, shift all are negotiable and can be shopped out to best meet your needs at any given time! What is the best way to make sure you have the most options available in your career as a travel nurse? Have multiple travel nurse recruiters! Why you should work with multiple travel nurse recruiters: This is important for one main reason: exclusive contracts.

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Leveling the Playing Field: How HR Can Equitably Improve Health Outcomes Through Fertility Benefits

Speaker: Julie B. Chavez - VP, Strategy & Alliances at Carrot

As HR and total rewards professionals, we are often seeking opportunities to foster a better sense of community and belonging amongst employees - ensuring that all employees have an equitable opportunity to receive fertility treatments is one of the many ways this can be achieved. Fertility benefits make it possible for employees to access treatments like IVF.

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HL Shorts: What ROI Metrics Should You Use for Virtual Nursing?

Health Leaders | Nursing

CNOs must look at metrics that will help them leverage virtual nursing through the future and continue to improve the experience for nurses and patients. On this episode of HL Shorts, we hear from Jennie Van Antwerp , director of digital acute care at OSF OnCall , about the ROI metrics CNOs can use to make a financial case for virtual nursing. Tune in to hear her insights.

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6-Month RN to BSN Programs: Fast-Track Your Nursing Degree in 2025

Registered Nursing

In today's fast-paced healthcare landscape, many registered nurses (RNs) are looking to advance their careers without spending years in school. That's where 6-month RN to BSN programs come into play. These accelerated pathways are designed to help licensed nurses earn their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) quickly and efficientlyoften in less than a year.

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NMC notes ‘meaningful progress’ in tackling FtP backlog

Nursing Times

Read about the progress made and ongoing challenges for the Nursing and Midwifery Council in working through fitness-to-practise cases.

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A stroke, a surgery, and an advanced care team close to home

Penn Medicine News

A Chester County Hospital hybrid operating team was able to save Donna Carr without sacrificing the conveniences of her home hospital.

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HL Shorts: What ROI Metrics Should You Use for Virtual Nursing?

Health Leaders | Nursing

CNOs must look at metrics that will help them leverage virtual nursing through the future and continue to improve the experience for nurses and patients. On this episode of HL Shorts, we hear from Jennie Van Antwerp , director of digital acute care at OSF OnCall , about the ROI metrics CNOs can use to make a financial case for virtual nursing. Tune in to hear her insights.

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Ma Cher Ami, Anita Dorr: Inspirations for Innovation

Nursology

Contributor: Olivia Lemberger, PhD, RN, NPD-BCInnovation Scientist for the American Nurses Enterprise I recently went on a birding trip, a recreational trip where you observe and identify birds in their natural environment.

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The Importance of Advance Directives: Living Wills & Healthcare Proxies

Elder Care Matters

Advance directives, including living wills and healthcare proxies, are essential for seniors to ensure their healthcare preferences are respected if they become incapacitated. These legal documents help eliminate confusion and stress for family members during critical medical situations, offering clear guidance on life-sustaining treatments and decision-making.

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Australia’s medicine supply shortages explained

Nursing Review

Patients are struggling to fill their prescriptions in the face of hundreds of medication shortages across the country. As of March, the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has more than 400 medications listed as experiencing shortages, whereas in March 2022 that number was at 263. Which drugs are impacted and why? Ongoing shortages include ADHD medication Concerta, hormone replacement therapy (HRT) patches and diabetes medication Ozempic.