Electronic Health Reporter

JANUARY 26, 2022

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Performance Health

JUNE 12, 2024

Rounding software is designed to help healthcare providers streamline communication, documentation, and collaboration during patient encounters through this care model.

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Patient Approved

MARCH 9, 2015

Informal rounds are a good way of making that connection. For CEOs to talk to staff directly and use rounding to reinforce the organization's mission, it is a way for them to recognize staff for setting the standard." Catherine Miller, R.N., told FierceHealthCare , "Staff are the greatest untapped resource in the hospital.

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Scrubs

MARCH 24, 2023

As I struggled to stop him and tried to convince him he really didn’t want to try standing up without the proper help, the doctor poked her head in and said, “Hey nurse, I put in a bunch of orders on your patient in 708, we need to go to CT before rounds and start rectal lactulose, I put in the order for the rectal tube.”

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MedicalGPS

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Why Waiting Room Rounding is Essential. Developing a Waiting Room Rounding Program. The purpose of a waiting room rounding program is twofold; it is, of course, intended to improve the patient’s experience during the wait time, and, as important if not more so, to set the stage for their entire office experience.

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Scrubs

AUGUST 29, 2023

It becomes fatigued after sustained use and needs a rest period before it can recover, he explains — much as a weight lifter needs rest before doing a second round of repetitions at the gym.” Promote communication : Encourage your nurses to ask for help.

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Sensible Medicine

APRIL 12, 2024

Electronic communication between doctors undermines collegial relations and educational exchanges, and eliminates nuance from clinical questions. Digital X-rays have turned radiologists — once valued colleagues with whom you would round post call — into mere digital signatures.

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Northwest Suburban College

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

At Northwest Suburban College, we teach our students not only the types and uses of medications but also how to communicate this information effectively to patients. By grasping the complexities of medication types and advanced pharmacy technologies, you become a well-rounded pharmacy technician. That’s why your role is crucial.

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Relias

MARCH 17, 2023

Improve staff communication. Perhaps not surprisingly, they share a common element — they all depend on good communication practices at the organizational, team, and individual levels. Whether communicating with care team members or directly with patients, using two ways to confirm a patient’s identity must be embedded in your process.

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Sensible Medicine

AUGUST 11, 2023

Many a medical trainee has been humiliated on morning rounds after proclaiming that their presentation was wanting because the “patient was a poor historian.” Not only do we use language to communicate, we also use language to think. Sensible Medicine is a reader-supported publication.

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Minority Nurse

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Communications skills. Communicate effectively, making sure that everything that needs to be said is said and how we say it, and how respectful we have to be respectful to each other while we’re communicating. So what I do with my team is I huddle with them. It’s very important to me. Remind them of the important things.

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Sensible Medicine

MAY 31, 2023

I came to her room for rounds in the morning. “We have to take her to court,” her social worker said after rounds. In her paranoia, she believed the phones had been disconnected, or (somehow or other) their communication was being blocked. Her door was open, and she waved me in. We were at an impasse.

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Practice Index

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Practices spend as much as 20% of their time on admin and work created by poor communications with secondary care. The post Primary care news round-up (3rd October to 9th October 2024) appeared first on GP Practice Management Blog. This is intolerable. That time should be spent with patients.”

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Practice Index

JUNE 6, 2024

NHS Confederation Chief Executive Matthew Taylor said: “Overall, this is the right direction of travel, but it requires more support and investment for primary care, community and social care services – and successive governments have rarely delivered on this ambition.” 116 NHS trusts responded.

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Practice Index

MAY 9, 2024

Dr Vin Diwakar, National Transformation Director at NHS England, said: “By encouraging more people to use the NHS App, with notifications switched on, we can really start to reduce the estimated £450 million per year that is currently spent on communicating with patients.”

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Practice Index

JULY 25, 2024

The organisation defines online consultations as being when the patient and clinician are not communicating in real time, but may be using questionnaires or chatbots to collect information. The post Primary care news round-up (18th July to 24th July 2024) appeared first on GP Practice Management Blog.

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MedicalGPS

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

When you look a person in the eye, you communicate confidence and belief in your message. Medical jargon can lead to poor communication and reduced understanding for patients. Be Aware of Body Language – Body language is a form of nonverbal communication or a language without spoken words. Use Personal Details.

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Scrubs

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

The foremost among these challenges are the communication and collaboration hurdles that stem from team members being scattered across different time zones and locations. It involves initiatives like cultural sensitivity training, fostering transparent and open lines of communication, cultivating cross-cultural understanding.

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Minority Nurse

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Do the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO), Chief Executive Officer (CEO), and other leadership team members regularly participate in rounds, meet with staff to understand what is and isn’t working, and take proactive steps to address problem areas? The workplace culture is geared towards being open, communicative, and highly functional.

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CollaborateMD

MARCH 7, 2025

Utilize features such as Charge Capture, which provides a single app for managing patient notes, billing codes, and rounding lists. Real-world use case: Automated broadcast communications tools in healthcare can significantly transform how providers interact with patients and manage their care.

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Emerging RN Leader

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

While doing leader rounding, I asked a new graduate about her patient, and her assessment of the priorities for care was genuinely […] The post Coaching to Promote Critical Thinking appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN Onboarding new graduates now takes a village.

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Northwest Suburban College

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

We focus on fostering professionalism and excellent communication skills to improve interactions with patients and colleagues. This well-rounded training program makes sure you’re prepared for the diverse responsibilities of a medical assistant. The curriculum goes beyond technical knowledge.

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NHA Now

JUNE 22, 2020

As more health care organizations shift to team-based care models, medical assistants are often a central part of the team, playing the role of a flow manager, running team huddles, preplanning patient visits and completing various health screenings.

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EvidenceCare

APRIL 16, 2024

This process is lengthy, taking an average of three review rounds and delaying payments up to six months, which hurts both hospitals’ finances and patient satisfaction. Successful documentation relies heavily on collaboration and clear communication between clinical and revenue cycle staff.

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We Care Online

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Communicate With Your Team Unfortunately, in many organizations cost saving and efficiency improvements can negatively impact staff. Communicating honestly helps to avoid any confusion that could leave your team less than enthusiastic about helping to improve workplace efficiency.

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Top Practices

DECEMBER 1, 2023

To achieve this, it is crucial that your office team is always on the same page and that they realize that they are “professionals” Effective communication and teamwork make a significant difference in patient outcomes and the overall efficiency of your practice.

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Health Populi

MAY 2, 2019

GoInvo has been working for a long time on how to communicate health and healthcare data in enchanting ways. We’ll round out this journey in tomorrow’s Health Populi. The graphic is based on work done by Juhan Sonin of GoInvo , a group that does brilliant work on health data design that’s vigilantly people-focused.

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Northwest Suburban College

JUNE 7, 2024

In this article, we will take a closer look at the advantages of participating in Northwest Suburban College’s medical assistant externship program, which emphasizes the importance of practical training and real-world experience in shaping well-rounded, competent professionals.

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Relias

MAY 24, 2023

Standardize the practice of regular patient safety huddles among your teams. Huddles promote patient safety, but they can also facilitate teamwork, provide a place to respectfully air grievances, and build rapport among nurses and leaders. Good communication is a foundational tenet of respect.

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Relias

MAY 24, 2023

Standardize the practice of regular patient safety huddles among your teams. Huddles promote patient safety, but they can also facilitate teamwork, provide a place to respectfully air grievances, and build rapport among nurses and leaders. Good communication is a foundational tenet of respect.

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Minority Nurse

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

” According to Tucker, the NP credential means nurses have experience with using advanced clinical skills, making complex medical decisions, and, particularly, developing effective communication with patients, which fosters teamwork and interprofessional collaboration. ” she says. .”

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Connect Care Bytes Blog

AUGUST 19, 2024

Building a Better Health Record (BBHR) As part of our documentation quality improvement initiative , we promote practical ways for clinicians to provide clear and actionable communication at transitions of care. This indicator is based upon determinations from multiple health care disciplines.

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Northwest Suburban College

APRIL 4, 2024

Learn how our program fosters well-rounded, competent professionals who are prepared to make a meaningful impact in various medical settings. These personal qualities enable MAs to communicate effectively, adapt to the evolving field of healthcare, and empathize with patients from diverse backgrounds.

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Relias

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

For example, a nurse leader who encourages open communication can model this quality by holding team huddles at the start of each shift. The leader can use these opportunities to demonstrate good communication and encourage staff to share experiences, voice concerns, and propose solutions. Leverage others’ strengths. Be visible.

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Northwest Suburban College

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

The diverse curriculum is crafted to make you a well-rounded medical assistant, capable of adapting to different healthcare environments. Developing Professionalism and Communication Skills In addition to technical competencies, our Medical Assistant Program emphasizes the development of professionalism and strong communication skills.

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Northwest Suburban College

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Additionally, empathetic communication can help medical assistants convey important information and instructions to patients more effectively, ensuring a smoother healthcare experience overall. This includes both verbal and non-verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to listen actively and attentively to others.

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Northwest Suburban College

MAY 31, 2024

Effective Communication Skills Delivering clear and concise information about medications requires strong communication skills. Building Trust and Rapport Developing trust and rapport with patients is crucial for effective communication and ensuring their comfort in discussing their healthcare needs.

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