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The Alarming Trend of Seasoned Nurses Being Laid Off: Profits Over Patient Care? 

Minority Nurse

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) (2022) estimated over 100,000 registered nurses left the profession and predicted that another 800,000 nurses would follow them by 2027. The top reasons reported for leaving were burnout, feeling undervalued, and a high patient-to-nurse ratio.

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U.K. Officials Take Legal Action to Stop Nurses from Going on Strike

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“If that ballot is successful, it will mean further strike action right up until Christmas,” Cullen said. She added, “The only way to deal with bullies is to stand up to them … including in court.” Government officials say they are worried about the strike impacting patient care and safety.

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Maine Hospital Using AI to Record Patient Conversations

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MaineHealth recently announced it is using AI to automatically record conversations between doctors and their patients during a check-up or follow-up visit. It helps her pay more attention to her patients, many of whom just want to be heard. “We We end up doing what we went into medicine for,” she said.

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What One Hospital’s Slow Recovery From a Cyberattack Means for Patients

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In the aftermath of a breach, the focus frequently falls on the risk of confidential patient information being exposed, but these attacks can also leave hospitals hemorrhaging millions of dollars in the months that follow, and also cause disruptions to patient care, potentially putting lives at stake.

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5 strategies to increase visits in your mental health practice 

Health Prime

Implement appointment reminders and follow-ups Use automated appointment reminders and follow-up communications to enhance the patient experience. Patient reminders and follow-ups are critical for a successful practice.

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What I Read This Week

Sensible Medicine

I only read two articles last week (Labor Day, a wedding, having to debate, and then write and article with Vinay…). In practice, I counsel patients that mammography is the standard of care. I also individualize my recommendations, provide a variety of infographics , and respect each patient’s decision.

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Navigating the Nursing Job Market: Tips for Landing Your Dream Job

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In this article, we will share some tips and tricks to help you navigate the nursing job market and stand out from other applicants. The report indicates that these characteristics are what make up a good nurse and the reason why they would be hired.