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The Evolving Role of Pharmacy Technicians and its Impact on Patient Care

Northwest Suburban College

Collaborative Practice and Teamwork In today’s healthcare environment, Pharmacy Technicians are vital members of interdisciplinary teams, working alongside pharmacists, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. This increased efficiency translates to shorter wait times for patients and improved service delivery.

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Why Care Coordination Is Important for Home Health and Hospice Agencies

Relias

Under the first performance year of VBP in 2023, home health agencies will be scored in part on the patient’s perception of their communication and team discussion.” Patient perception of communication and team discussion are two of those five elements. Assessing communication and collaboration.

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Navigating Nursing School: The Importance of Mentorship and Guidance

Will Peach MD

Whether it’s learning how to communicate effectively with patients, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, or manage challenging clinical situations, a mentor can provide invaluable support and guidance every step of the way.

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How Evolving Roles of Medical Assistants are Shaping the Future of Healthcare

Southern Careers Institute

MAs today play a vital role in managing and updating EHRs to ensure accurate and accessible patient information, streamline administrative tasks, and facilitate open communication within the healthcare team. Medical assistants must hone their communication skills to foster positive working relationships with other team members.

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Into the Minds of Nursing Excellence: Dean Angela Amar on Psychiatric-Mental Health and Forensic Nursing

Minority Nurse

Many forensic nurses work as part of interdisciplinary teams that investigate abuse or neglect situations with adults and children, as well as teams involved in prevention efforts. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential , as is knowledge of the dynamics of violence and crime.

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Rehabilitation Therapy and Wound Management: Strategic Partnership in Home Health

Relias

They do not treat wounds but do provide an important perspective within the interdisciplinary care team. For example, STs develop customized plans of care to support restoration of swallowing and communication for patients with laryngectomies and tracheostomies.

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Meet a Champion of Nursing Diversity: Derek Flores

Minority Nurse

As a hospice nurse case manager, I lead my interdisciplinary team by being responsive and communicative. This level of communication sets a ‘Nursing Leader’ apart. I’ve also created journals that nurses and families can use to communicate with each other and keep track of important tasks like medication administration.

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