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The Bird’s-eye View of a Hospice Volunteer Coordinator

Traditions Health

During that time, she’s come to understand what patients need, and how volunteers can add value. While it’s true The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) require volunteers to perform 5% of direct patient care hours per month for hospice agencies, she insists their contributions go far beyond simply meeting that goal.

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Risks Facing Nurse Practitioners Today

Minority Nurse

Nurse practitioners (NPs) have a great deal of responsibility regarding patient care, and as the healthcare landscape evolves, so do the daily risks NPs face. Nurse practitioner malpractice data can be used to inform and address areas of clinical improvement as well as help to improve the quality of care and patient safety.

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Best Apps for Nurses

Nurse.com

It’s a healthcare staffing platform that improves patient care by connecting nurses seeking flexible work with facilities in need of help. Download the Nurse.com social networking app today. No hire away fees. Nursa is doing its part to fight the nursing shortage crisis. What does this app offer?

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