Emerging RN Leader
OCTOBER 4, 2023
By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN When I ask nurse managers about the most valuable content in my programs, they inevitably tell me they come away “very happy to know that I am not alone in some of the behaviors that I am seeing.” These nurse leaders at the frontlines are observing what […] The post Ten Trends with the Nursing Workforce appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.
Health Populi
OCTOBER 6, 2023
“We definitely do see a slight change compared to the total population, we do see a slight pullback in overall basket,” the CEO of Walmart US is quoted in Bloomberg. “Just less units, slightly less calories.” With patients’ use GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro fast-rising in the pharmacy market, so are the concerns of companies that stock the-middle-of-the-grocery-store aisles for processed foods like sweet and salty snacks.
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Science Based Medicine
OCTOBER 1, 2023
Overselling the vaccine in 2021 was not being pro-vaccine. It was pro-stop-worrying-about-the pandemic, from the doctors who assured us herd immunity was imminent. The post Overhyping Vaccines Wasn’t Pro-Vaccine. It Was Pro-Stop-Worrying-About-COVID. first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.
Sensible Medicine
OCTOBER 3, 2023
In the United States, Covid vaccine policy continues to be out of step with the world and out of touch with the people. If the CDC wishes to regain trust, they should make honesty, not simplicity their guiding principle. Subscribe now Once again, a new Covid vaccine has debuted, and once again, the Center for Disease Control (CDC) has issued a recommendation that baffles me.
Minority Nurse
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Pediatric nurses often say the field of pediatric nursing is something that calls to them for varied reasons, but helping children and their families is a top goal. Michaela Lewis, DNP, ARNP, CPNP-AC/PC, PMHS, CPN, CPEN, CNE, CNE-cl,VA-BC, CCRN is an assistant professor at the University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus, College of Nursing , and says making a positive difference for the children and families she cares for is so rewarding.
Electronic Health Reporter
OCTOBER 4, 2023
This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. Just one generation ago, wearable tech sounded like science fiction. Things have changed profoundly since then. Walk down any street and you’ll pass people wearing all kinds of personal technology. One in five Americans now […] The article The Expanding World of Personal Technology appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.
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Sensible Medicine
OCTOBER 2, 2023
This is a story about a common practice that bothers me. The example I will use involves the treatment of patients who have multiple coronary lesions. The two choices are placing multiple stents or having coronary bypass surgery. More on the specifics in a moment. The general concept is how trials measure, report and interpret outcomes. Before any experiment, choices have to be made about which outcome(s) to measure.
Minority Nurse
OCTOBER 5, 2023
Nurses are invaluable members of the healthcare workforce, and when you’re proactively building a nursing career that you can fully embrace and be proud of, there are plenty of strategies and mindset hacks to consider. One of the greatest assets you carry as a nurse is the many skills you’ve worked hard to acquire. So, if you want to boost your self-confidence and make the most of your nursing career, it’s wise to humbly take full ownership of the many things you know and the incredible skill se
Electronic Health Reporter
OCTOBER 4, 2023
This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. In the vast landscape of healthcare, underserved hospitals often face unique challenges in attracting and retaining qualified medical professionals. With limited resources and remote locations, these facilities must devise innovative strategies to overcome the odds […] The article 5 Ingenious Strategies Utilized by Underserved Hospitals to Recruit Medical Professionals appeared first on elec
Science Based Medicine
OCTOBER 4, 2023
The work of Katalin Karikó and Drew Weissman made possible the mRNA vaccines, with implications that go beyond this one application. The post Nobel for Medicine Goes To mRNA Vaccine Science first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.
Emerging RN Leader
OCTOBER 1, 2023
By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN A CNO expressed frustration about a recently held meeting with nurse residents in her facility. She told the following story: I talked with our new graduates about career planning and the wide range of opportunities available to them in nursing. Almost the whole group of 30 seemed […] The post Helping New Graduates Expand Their Range of Career Options appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.
Minority Nurse
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Many nurses often decide to work in the profession due to their struggles in life, but few are willing to make a difference in their work based on their hardships. Dr. Sharrica Miller, PhD, RN, has used her voice to speak up against injustice against Black nurses. She’s an assistant professor at Cal State Fullerton, where she serves as chair of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion , and Student Engagement.
Electronic Health Reporter
OCTOBER 3, 2023
This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. All businesses need to ensure that their customers are satisfied with their experience. But it’s especially important for healthcare businesses. After all, those customers are typically patients who have a strong emotional investment in the […] The article How Healthcare Businesses Can Better Serve Their Patients appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.
Sensible Medicine
OCTOBER 6, 2023
SS was a 78-year-old man whose chief concern was simply, “I am dying.” During three visits to his home, I was unable to find anything concerning, or to reassure him that his health was good, or to convince him to come to the office for a more traditional evaluation. Four weeks after our last visit, his wife called me to let me know that he had died in his sleep.
Emerging RN Leader
OCTOBER 1, 2023
By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN I have heard multiple versions of a similar story from nurse managers in recent conversations: I gave some constructive feedback to one of our new graduates today. It just involved some minor changes in how she prioritized her assignments. She became so defensive even though I was […] The post Communicating With Defensive Staff appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.
Science Based Medicine
OCTOBER 6, 2023
One thing I've learned during the past few years, is how quickly scenes of mass death fade from the collective memory. Denial is powerful. Everyone just wants to forget. There's no national day of mourning or any memorial to the countless victims of previous vaccine-mandates. It seems that humanity's sad fate is that every generation is doomed to repeat the mistakes of the past.
Minority Nurse
OCTOBER 4, 2023
Affirming its commitment to scaling evidence-based, nursing-driven interventions that provide equitable, person-centered, and trustworthy care, The Rita and Alex Hillman Foundation today announced a $200,000 Hillman Innovation Dissemination (HID) grant to TeamBirth. “At a time when one in five pregnant people experience mistreatment during childbirth, and up to 40 percent of Black and multiracial patients report discrimination while receiving maternity care , it is imperative that intervent
Sensible Medicine
SEPTEMBER 30, 2023
I recently got back from Copenhagen, where, in a series of 3 talks, I explored the themes of the book Malignant: How Bad Policy and Bad Evidence Harm People with Cancer. What are those lessons, and why do they matter? (Pictured with Marco Donia, MD Herlev Hospital Copenhagen) We need cancer that drugs that extend survival, and not merely change the appearance of tumors on CT scans Images on CT scans (e.g.
Medical Gas Compliance
OCTOBER 1, 2023
NFPA 99: Healthcare Facilities Code provides safety guidelines for healthcare facilities. The main objective of the code is to ensure that healthcare facilities are up-to-date and safe for their occupants. The code follows a risk-based approach , where it is the risk posed to patients, staff, or visitors that defines safety guidelines. As a leader in the control, management, and monitoring of medical gas systems , CHT is asked frequently regarding NFPA 99: Healthcare Facilities Code, "What Appli
MedVA
OCTOBER 6, 2023
Los Angeles – MedVA – the fast-growing provider of human virtual assistants for medical, dental and veterinary offices – has achieved two key milestones by employing more than 1,000 trained, highly-vetted virtual assistants (VAs) and servicing more than 500 active clients in its first 18 months of operation. MedVA virtual assistants enable all types of healthcare practices to meet their workforce needs by performing routine yet essential tasks more efficiently and at a lower cost than in-house s
Accepted Blog
OCTOBER 6, 2023
Have you been invited to interview at the grad school of your choice? Great news! This means the program is seriously interested in you, and you are one important step closer to acceptance. To make the most of this opportunity, though, you need to prepare. Overall, your goal is to demonstrate your enthusiasm for and knowledge of the program. You want to come to the table (or the Zoom meeting) ready to answer questions they might ask, some of which could repeat questions you have already answered
Sensible Medicine
OCTOBER 5, 2023
Angela Lu is training to be a physician. She’s interested in public policy. As a third year medical student, she teamed up with established leaders to ask a unique question regarding public disclosure of financial relationships. When the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issues National Coverage Determinations (NCDs) for services or products, they mean business.
Medical Gas Compliance
OCTOBER 6, 2023
In the world of healthcare, safety and efficiency are paramount. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) introduced the NFPA 99 - Health Care Facilities Code to ensure medical facilities adhere to the highest standards. One crucial aspect of this code is the concept of Responsible Facility Authority (RFA). This blog post delves into the key responsibilities, qualifications, and the Permit-to-Work System associated with the RFA, as outlined in code references 5.1.14 and 5.1.14.1.
MedVA
OCTOBER 6, 2023
Los Angeles – MedVA – the fast-growing virtual assistant platform specifically for medical, dental and veterinary offices – has launched BizVA ( BizVA.com ) to serve businesses in all industries. Following MedVA’s successful model, BizVA helps businesses meet their workforce needs with virtual assistants who can handle a range of tasks more efficiently and at a lower cost than in-house staff.
Intercoast
OCTOBER 5, 2023
Estimated reading time: 3 minutes The Mid-Career Plateau Conundrum You’ve been working hard, climbing the corporate ladder, and enjoying the fruits of your labor. But suddenly, you find yourself stuck in a rut – the dreaded mid-career plateau. It’s a common phenomenon where professionals feel stagnant, undervalued, and unsure of how to advance their careers.
Sensible Medicine
OCTOBER 4, 2023
Devices used to monitor disease in patients often get marketed to healthy people. The device becomes a screening test or provides information to “promote wellness.” The availability of these data may change the nature of a disease or change the balance of harms and benefits of our treatments. Perhaps the most well-known example happened when the nature of primary hyperparathyroidism changed with the advent of automated multi-channel chemistry tests.
Beacon
OCTOBER 5, 2023
In the world of professional development and continuing education, two terms that are often used interchangeably are accreditation and certification. However, there are important distinctions between these two concepts that are necessary for educators and professional development specialists to understand.
Accepted Blog
OCTOBER 4, 2023
The decision about whether to attend an undergraduate or graduate program is based on many personal factors, but one of the most important considerations is funding. Scholarships are one way to access programs without racking up massive debt. For minority groups underrepresented in higher education, including Latino and Hispanic candidates, the problem of debt and affordability is even more pressing.
Usherk Khan
OCTOBER 2, 2023
There are an endless number of jobs in the medical field that you can do without a degree. One of those jobs is a medical scribe. But what is a medical scribe and how do you get this job? What Is A Medical Scribe? A medical scribe is essentially the right hand of a physician.
Sensible Medicine
OCTOBER 6, 2023
SS was a 78-year-old man whose chief concern was simply, “I am dying.” During three visits to his home, I was unable to find anything concerning, or to reassure him that his health was good, or to convince him to come to the office for a more traditional evaluation. Four weeks after our last visit, his wife called me to let me know that he had died in his sleep.
DrChrono
OCTOBER 3, 2023
As medical practices seek to stay competitive, minimize hassles, and maximize patient care, the demand for up-to-date technology solutions continues to grow. Electronic prior authorization (ePA) is a crucial advancement in healthcare technology that can save time and increase efficiency in the prior authorization process. But why invest in this technology?
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