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By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN Some of the most troubling conversations I have with leaders today concern a growing number of nurses who seem to lack empathy. Caring for patients in a way that projects concern and empathy has always been a core value in nursing. Leaders see an increasing number of […] The post When Nurses Lack Empathy appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.
In the fast-paced healthcare industry, nurses are the unsung heroes. They provide care, compassion, and expertise. Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing marks a stride for RNs aiming to advance their careers. Online education has opened doors for convenient learning. It makes skill enhancement simpler for busy professionals. This article explores the top online Bachelor of Science in Nursing programs.
Anything I would write about medicine is irrelevant today. It feels like 9/11. I watch the news and Twitter. The stories and images render everything else secondary. My gosh. I hope to write next week.
Early in Hershaw Davis Jr.’s career, an assignment to work as a floater in the emergency department changed his entire nursing career outcome. Now Davis MSN, RN, an emergency nurse at The Johns Hopkins Hospital and clinical faculty in the Department of Organizational Systems and Adult Health at the University of Maryland School of Nursing , is an established emergency nurse and says his career is an ideal fit.
What if… you were given the opportunity to build a health system from scratch in this new era of platforms, cloud computing, AI and machine learning, curious-digital-empowered consumers, and collaborators in retail and community settings operating close to peoples’ homes and workplaces? With the HLTH 2023 Conference meeting up in Vegas these past couple of days, this “what if” scenario can be constructed with announcements coming out of the meeting, coupled with recent de
By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN Being a nurse leader is challenging today, but managing difficult staff makes it even more stressful. These are the nurses who you dread having conversations with because they lack emotional intelligence and the ability to accept feedback. My advice is always to enter the conversation with good […] The post Managing Difficult Nursing Staff appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.
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Anything I would write about medicine is irrelevant today. It feels like 9/11. I watch the news and Twitter. The stories and images render everything else secondary. My gosh. I hope to write next week.
How do you prepare in advance to ensure your telemedicine program is sustainable and delivers healthcare equality? In this article, we explore 3 key factors to consider in selecting the right telemedicine platform for your needs based on insights from our customers' real-world applications and experience. These factors are: Deployment Management Program Analytics Diagnostic Devices Each factor develops critical sub-categories to consider before selecting your telemedicine solution, helping you m
“Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication,” Leonardo DaVinci wrote through his lens on innovation. Simplicity can be a transformational cornerstone of health/care innovation, we learn from Siegel+Gale’s report on the World’s Simplest Brands Tenth Edition (WSBX). Siegel+Gale found the most consumers are willing to pay more for simpler brand experiences and are more likely to recommend a brand for those simpler experiences, as well.
The American Nurses Credentialing Center National Magnet and Pathway to Excellence Conference is taking place October 12-14 in Chicago, marking the largest and most influential gathering of nurses and healthcare stakeholders in the country. If you can’t attend, we’ve got you covered in advance as we sat down with Debbie Hatmaker, PhD, RN, FAAN, the Chief Nursing Officer at the American Nurses Association (ANA) Enterprise , to discuss the ANA’s role in addressing the nurse staffing crisis an
After your medical school interview , it is appropriate to send thank-you notes to all the people who helped you throughout the day. These days, it is rare to receive a thank-you card, so you could easily set yourself apart from other candidates by sending handwritten notes. If, like most people, however, you only have time to send a thank you via email, here are some helpful guidelines.
What is Medical Assistants Day? National Medical Assistants Day falls on October 18, 2023, however, many observe the entire third week of October as Medical Assistants Appreciation Week! This time of designated gratitude was created in 1980 by the American Association of Medical Assistants. This year marks over 40 years of celebration with the theme “Medical Assistants Shine Bright,” emphasizing the trail of light they leave behind with their compassionate care!
Today 11th October is National Burn Awareness Day 2023, and I’m supporting the effort for all of us to #BeBurnsAware. I have become more bullish on Burn Awareness as I’ve come to learn more about the impact burns have on public, family, and children’s health globally. My teacher for better understanding burns and public health has been Krissie Stiles, a long-time burns nurse specialist and Ambassador to the Children’s Burns Trust in the UK.
Hospitals designated through the Magnet Recognition Program® live up to their name—they attract and keep nurses thanks to the nursing-focused strategies at the organization ’ s operations ’ foundation. Since the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) launched its inaugural Magnet pilot program in Seattle in 1994 , the designation has become the highest recognition for a hospital ’ s nursing department.
In the world of continuing education, it is essential to have a reliable Learning Management System (LMS) to deliver high quality on-demand and live webinar programs and online courses. With technology advancements and evolving needs, it's important to stay updated on the top LMS platforms available.
The individuals who agree to write your letters of recommendation (LORs) are doing you a favor, so the least you can do is make their job easier by following proper LOR etiquette. Breaking the rules we outline in this post could result in your recommenders deciding not to write a favorable recommendation letter for you or maybe even not to write one at all.
Problem? Solved. This is a favorite asked-and-answered response for businesses. Issues are inevitable. They cost time, money, and often create poor customer experiences. Resolving as many as possible, as quickly as possible, is the go-to approach for many organizations. But what if we started to think of problems as strategic opportunities? When reframed from “challenge to solve” into “chance to change,” problems create a valuable time to capture diverse data and put new processes or systems in
Incivility in nursing education has become an increasingly bothersome problem; however, it has especially become a nuisance in online education. Suplee, Lachman, Siebert, and Anselmi (2008) indicated that a faculty witnesses daily encounters in classes and clinical settings. Incivility is defined as behavior that is unprofessional, rude, and disrespectful.
Good mental health is essential for our overall well-being. It allows us to cope with the challenges of life, build and maintain relationships, and contribute to our communities. However, one in eight people globally live with a mental health condition, and many more experience mental health problems at some point in their lives. Despite the importance of mental health, people with mental health conditions often face stigma and discrimination.
Please join me as I speak with Dr. Michael Ellison, Associate Dean for Admissions at Chicago Medical School at the Rosalind Franklin University. Dr. Ellison shares his insights on what makes Chicago Medical School unique, how to impress its admissions committee, and what all this information means for you as an applicant. Thanks for joining me for this, the 544th episode of Admissions Straight Talk.
In the dynamic world of the healthcare landscape, the need to hire medical assistants and other professionals who are both skilled and certified transcends mere requirements; it's more than a goal; it's a strategic priority for Allied Health employers. Workforce development is more than just a buzzword; it's a critical component of the healthcare industry.
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Prior authorization for pharmaceuticals is a critical yet often complex and time-consuming process. Healthcare providers and pharmacists face off against a maze of requirements that differ from one pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) or payer to another. This can not only delay patient treatment but also piles on administrative overhead. As a result, choosing the right pharma prior authorization helps you optimize performance to reduce operational expenses while enhancing patient care.
At Datavant, we’ve set out to securely move the world’s most precious data – patient health data – to where it needs to be. Through our digitized network, modern technology tools and complementary services, we enable a better patient experience, better decision making by providers, and improved operating efficiencies for healthcare executives. In this blog post, we step back to paint a picture of why secure health data exchange matters, and Datavant’s evolving role in light of recently strengthe
Everyone was impacted by the by the COVID-19 pandemic in some way. Everyone suffered a loss of some sort. This could be a loss of familiar routine, a sense of personal safety, time with loved ones, and of course, a family member who became sick or died. This collective trauma has led many to ask, “How can you support staff after a crisis?” As COVID-19 continues to wane, it’s important that we reflect on the lessons learned during the pandemic.
When setting on the journey to start a career, people often take their happiness into consideration. Will they be happy to wake up every weekday morning and go to work? Will they find satisfaction and fulfillment in their career? For many physicians, these statements ring true. The American Medical Association (AMA) releases an annual National Burnout Benchmarking report, which provides data on physician job satisfaction and burnout.
In the ever-evolving realm of healthcare, oncology stands out as a field that requires prompt, precise, and above all, compassionate care. Every procedure, medication, or therapeutic session can be pivotal in a patient’s battle against cancer. And herein lies the challenge: How do you ensure that potentially life-altering treatments earn prompt approval, reducing gaps in patients’ care journeys and in your revenue cycle simultaneously?
In a time of great competition in the post-pandemic healthcare marketplace, hospitals and other facilities are smart to find ways to differentiate themselves from the many choices consumers can access. We all vote with our feet and wallets when it comes to how we spend our healthcare dollars, and poor treatment at a hospital or clinic is a high likelihood that we’ll seek care elsewhere.
Medical errors are a healthcare professional’s worst nightmare. Unfortunately, they are also quite common. According to research from Johns Hopkins University , nearly 800,000 Americans become permanently disabled or die due to a misdiagnosis every year. One of the most effective ways to reduce this number is by focusing on patient safety in nursing.
Dr. Peter Attia’s longevity book Outlive is interesting and insightful, but readers should know that his muscular brand of primary care results in some very aggressive recommendations. This is a book that should be read and discussed, but not blindly followed. Subscribe now Like many of my patients, I recently read Peter Attia’s Outlive , and I found the book informative and highly motivational.
Dr. Peter Attia’s longevity book Outlive is interesting and insightful, but readers should know that his muscular brand of primary care results in some very aggressive recommendations. This is a book that should be read and discussed, but not blindly followed. Subscribe now Like many of my patients, I recently read Peter Attia’s Outlive , and I found the book informative and highly motivational.
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