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CNOs Share Their Hopes (And Fears) for Virtual Nursing

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Some argue that virtual nursing would remove the human element of healthcare, which would ultimately reduce patient satisfaction and worsen health outcomes. It can also reduce the workload at the bedside by having remote nurses do admissions, discharges, and answer questions virtually.

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Maximizing Healthcare Reimbursement Through Higher Patient Satisfaction Scores

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In a consumer-driven industry, healthcare organizations must compete to gain new patients and maintain their loyalty. One effective way is to earn high patient satisfaction scores that demonstrate value to customers seeking a trusted healthcare partner.

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How to Keep Patients Satisfied — and Raise Your Patient Satisfaction Scores

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Patient experience is directly tied to patient retention, reimbursement, and in many cases, better patient outcomes. As a result, many organizations continuously look for new ways to improve their patient satisfaction as efficiently and effectively as possible. How can you raise your patient satisfaction scores?

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Preparing for CERT Audits and Practicing Compliant Documentation

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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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Understanding GMLOS and ALOS

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It is the simplest and most commonly used metric for evaluating patient stays. Unlike GMLOS, ALOS is calculated by adding the total number of stay days for a group of patients and dividing by the number of discharges or admissions. What are the negative aspects of using ALOS?

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Innovative Nurse Practitioners Can Turn the Tide

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Most nurses write about the need for primary care or mental health services in admissions essays. With nurses being on the front lines and seeing the needs of their patients, they are being motivated to advance their education and make a difference.” ” And in terms of innovation, Dr. Ellerbrock is enthused by what she sees.

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5 Ways Healthcare Technology Helps Improve Patient Engagement 

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According to a 2022 study , more active patient engagement results in “fewer complications, minimizing unnecessary visits, and emergency admissions in the hospital.” ” The benefits of patient engagement extend beyond health outcomes. Consider this scenario: A patient wants to schedule an appointment.