Hospice News
JUNE 7, 2023
Hospice leaders and lawmakers are meeting on Capitol Hill today to address the pressing issue of program integrity, among other policy priorities. Driving these conversations are the multiple reports of unethical or illegal practices among hundreds of newly licensed hospices, particularly among new companies popping up in California, Texas, Nevada and Arizona.
HopeHealth
JUNE 7, 2023
Healing is easier when we feel safe, and seen. HopeHealth’s virtual LGBTQ+ Grief Support Group offers an inclusive, compassionate community for people who identify as LGBTQ+ and are coping with a loss. If that’s you, and you live in HopeHealth’s service area, we hope you’ll drop in. Co-facilitators Alex Zima and Bob Iovino-Zuniga share what Read More The post Belong, understand, heal: Join our LGBTQ+ Grief Support Group appeared first on HopeHealth.
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Hospice News
JUNE 7, 2023
Integrating palliative consultations into care management for heart failure patients improves utilization and fosters greater understanding among referring clinicians, research from the Veteran Affairs (VA) Connecticut Healthcare System has found. VA Connecticut Healthcare System researchers recently rolled out the educational study to determine whether consultative services would boost palliative care referrals for hospital-based heart failure patients after seeing a decline in admissions.
AlayaCare
JUNE 7, 2023
Despite the increasing demands and new challenges that home care agencies are facing, ensuring that clients receive the best possible care remains paramount for all caregivers. Thanks to AI-powered technology, organizations can leverage advanced algorithms to revolutionize their scheduling processes and deliver truly personalized care to their clients, while preserving care continuity at the same time.
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Healthcare communication has evolved from handwritten notes and paper charts to digital tools like EHRs, telemedicine, and AI-powered platforms. This blog explores how these advancements improve patient outcomes, streamline care delivery, and enhance provider collaboration. Learn about the role of mobile health (mHealth) apps, secure messaging, and social media in bridging communication gaps.
Daily Nurse
JUNE 7, 2023
Julie Thompson, a nurse at Van Diest Medical Center (VDMC) in Webster City, Iowa, helped a little boy overcome his fear and anxiety before surgery and was named the 2023 recipient of the Daisy Award for Extraordinary Nurses. Daily Nurse is proud to honor Thompson as our Nurse of the Week , recognizing the super-human work Thompson provides for patients and families every day at VDMC.
Today's Caregiver
JUNE 7, 2023
Elder abuse is an intentional act or failure to act that causes or creates a risk of harm to an older adult. An older adult is someone age 60 or older. The abuse occurs at the hands of a caregiver or a person the elder trusts.
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Minority Nurse
JUNE 7, 2023
Marilyn “Nia” Wright, MSN, MHA, RN, CNOR, is a retired nurse who can’t stay away from the industry she loves. As a nurse student, Wright was nicknamed Nia, an acronym for Nurse in Action, because she was eager to care for people and often volunteered to do whatever she could for as many patients as she could, whether or not those patients were part of her assignment.
Living Assistance Services
JUNE 7, 2023
Father’s Day is coming up on Sunday, June 18th—and while you may know your dad or grandfather well, it can be difficult to buy gifts for.
Healthy Workforce Institute
JUNE 7, 2023
Interprofessional conflict in healthcare is on the rise. Not only does this conflict cause tension between healthcare professionals, but it ultimately impacts patient care. If anyone on the healthcare team isn’t comfortable or willing to communicate with anyone else on the team, it directly impacts a patient. As a healthcare leader, therefore, it is essential to address and mitigate these conflicts to promote a respectful and healthy work culture that ensures safe, quality patient care.
Daily Nurse
JUNE 7, 2023
Join Kaiser Permanente for a free webinar, “Increasing Nurse Retention, Engagement, and Certification Pass Rates in a Post-Pandemic World,” on Tuesday, June 13 at 2 pm EST. Register here. Discover how healthcare organizations are putting solutions in place to address nurse burnout and retention in the post-pandemic era. Join us as we delve into the success story of Kaiser Permanente’s Nurse Scholars Academy.
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Let's discuss the trusty pager—an old favorite that’s losing its shine in hospitals and clinics. While once a staple in hospitals and clinics, pagers now present significant limitations that hinder rather than facilitate communication among healthcare professionals. Healthcare professionals are constantly on the move, and they need communication tools that can keep up with their fast-paced lives.
Community Home Health Care
JUNE 7, 2023
As the days grow longer, the flowers bloom, and the sun shines brighter, there’s a sense of renewal and vitality in the air. Spring and summer bring with them the perfect opportunity for seniors to embrace the beauty of nature and engage in outdoor activities. From enjoying the warm sunshine to participating in community events, this season offers a plethora of benefits for older adults.
Freedom Home Care and Medical Staffing
JUNE 7, 2023
Taking care of our mental well-being is crucial, and incorporating brain exercises into our daily routines can significantly contribute to maintaining cognitive vitality. It’s June, which means it’s Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month , a time to shed light on the importance of brain health and raise awareness about conditions like Alzheimer’s disease.
Nurse Nacole
JUNE 7, 2023
Category: Fundamentals Oxcarbazepine (Trileptal) is indicated for monotherapy or as adjunctive therapy in treating partial seizures in adults or in children ages 4 to 16 and as adjunctive therapy for partial seizures in children younger than age 2.
Minority Nurse
JUNE 7, 2023
Join Kaiser Permanente for a free webinar, “Increasing Nurse Retention, Engagement, and Certification Pass Rates in a Post-Pandemic World,” on Tuesday, June 13 at 2 pm EST. Register here. Discover how healthcare organizations are putting solutions in place to address nurse burnout and retention in the post-pandemic era. Join us as we delve into the success story of Kaiser Permanente’s Nurse Scholars Academy.
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Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is transforming healthcare by enabling providers to track patient health outside traditional clinical settings. This blog explores the role of technology in RPM, including wearable devices, mobile apps, and connected medical tools that collect and share real-time data. Discover how RPM expands care access, improves outcomes, enhances patient engagement, and reduces costs by shifting from reactive to proactive care.
Palliverse
JUNE 7, 2023
Photo by Nikola Johnny Mirkovic on Unsplash The patient arrived and looked as unwell as she had sounded on paper. Advanced end-stage illness, worse for wear after many weeks in hospital. Poor sleep night after night. Recurrent bad news relayed, unclear if understanding had been checked on or not. The standard restaurant question, “how’s your meal going?
Healthcare Law Insights podcast
JUNE 7, 2023
In this episode, Husch Blackwell’s Meg Pekarske and Jonathan Porter , a former federal prosecutor, discuss takeaways from the recent American Bar Association’s Annual National Institute on Health Care Fraud. Most importantly, they will explore what the hospice industry can expect after hearing the remarks of Lisa Miller, the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) Deputy Assistant Attorney General who oversees the Criminal Fraud Section.
SAGE Palliative Medicine & Chronic Care podcast
JUNE 7, 2023
This episode features Hannah May Scott (Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing Midwifery and Palliative Care, Cicely Saunders Institute, King’s College London, London, UK). What is already known about the topic? - Although spiritual concerns are recognised as a core component of palliative care for children, there is a paucity of primary data. - Self-report data from children is rare, and existing evidence is largely proxy data from parents or health and social care professionals and mainly f
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