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What would happen in a nurse’s perfect world?

Scrubs

Patients would not be repeat offenders (admissions). Physicians would round on their patients all at predicted/scheduled times. Here’s what I would have in my perfect nursing world : I’d never get pulled to work in another unit. Staffing would never be lacking. Patient families would be amicable. Supplies would never run short.

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Friday Reflection 38: Yesterday’s Solutions; Today’s Problems

Sensible Medicine

He was started on anticoagulation, admitted to the inpatient general medicine team, and scheduled for a CT angiogram of the chest to verify the suspected diagnosis of pulmonary embolism. I have written about the misery of my schedule during residency. He also reported brief episodes of chest pain.

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Under New Management: Nurses Share What They Like (and Dislike) About Their Managers

Scrubs

walking into the COVID ICU unit with ‘the suits’ (admin) doing ‘environmental rounds’ (and I mean checking the patient fridge for expired items and nurses’ station for covered cups of water) during a horrendous 4th wave of cases while we are out of ratio and proning everybody, not even stopping to say, “How are you?”

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Preparing for CERT Audits and Practicing Compliant Documentation

EvidenceCare

From understanding the audit requirements to implementing technology for streamlined admission documentation , this article offers actionable strategies to ensure hospitals are well-prepared for the rigorous evaluation process. Think of your documentation as the ironclad defense for your hospital admissions.

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Deep Dive into Duke Medical: An Interview with Dr. Linton Yee, Associate Dean of Admissions [Episode 593]

Accepted Blog

Show Summary Dr. Linton Yee, Associate Dean for Admissions at Duke University School of Medicine joins us to discuss how applicants can earn a spot in this highly competitive program. Show Notes Welcome to the 593rd episode of Admissions Straight Talk. Accepted’s Med School Admissions quiz can give you a quick reality check.

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When Will Medical Schools Give You an Answer?

Accepted Blog

what’s on their admissions website) and show that you’ve done your research. If you do a good job at showing your fit for a program and highlight your unique qualities in a way that might not have come across as admissions committee members ticked off boxes on their checklists, a Letter of Interest can give you the boost you need.

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Accepted: Your Guide to CU School of Medicine [Episode 599]

Accepted Blog

Show Summary In this episode of Admissions Straight Talk, host Linda Abraham interviews Dr. Jeffrey SooHoo, Assistant Dean for Admissions at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. SooHoo emphasizes the competitive nature of medical school admissions and the holistic review process used to evaluate applicants.