Thu.Jun 15, 2023

article thumbnail

How Hospice and Palliative Care of the Wood River Valley Built a Collaborative Care Model Without Medicare Certification

Hospice News

After more than a decade working in hospice leadership, Alli Collins came across something she had never seen before — a financially viable, all-volunteer provider that is not Medicare-certified. Today, she is the executive director of the program, Idaho-based Hospice and Palliative Care of the Wood River Valley, which serves an average of 55 patients daily in a largely rural community.

Medicare 228
article thumbnail

Artificial Intelligence: Charlotta Lindvall, Matt DeCamp, Sei Lee

GeriPal

Summary Transcript Summary Artificial Intelligence, or AI, has tremendous potential. We talk on this podcast about potential uses of AI in geriatrics and palliative care with natural language processing guru Charlotta Lindvall from DFCI, bioethicists and internist Matt DeCamp from University of Colorado, and prognosis wizard Sei Lee from UCSF. Social companions to address the epidemic of loneliness among older adults Augmenting ability of clinicians by taking notes Searching the electronic heal

professionals

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Put On Your Headsets: Virtual Reality May Become Part of Your Nurse Training Tools

Nurse.com

Virtual reality (VR) is a computer-generated, three-dimensional environment in which users can explore and even interact in a virtual “world” using special equipment such as a VR helmet or headset and hand controllers/special gloves. VR has evolved into an interactive educational tool for pilots and an elevated source of entertainment for arcade lovers and home gamers.

Nursing 95
article thumbnail

Carrying Our Patients’ Stories

Minority Nurse

Nurses’ hearts and minds are like living libraries of patients’ stories. In the intimate container of trust created in the nurse-patient relationship, a tapestry of memories, confessions, and reflections are woven, and the nurse is privileged to be privy to such soulful sharing. As nurses, what are we to do when we’re the repositories of so much of the richness of our patient’s lives, including the tragic, the comedic, and the mundane?

article thumbnail

The Ultimate Guide to Improving Caregiver Engagement & Retention

Want to learn how to retain your caregivers & improve caregiver retention X3? The home care industry is experiencing turnover rates of over 80%. How are you ensuring your agency is retaining caregivers? This FREE eBook from Smartcare Software is packed with industry secrets needed to keep your caregivers happy, engaged, and retained, unlocking the full potential of your agency.

article thumbnail

Using AI to Transform Nursing Education 

Daily Nurse

Big data and machine learning already impact most aspects of modern life, so there is growing optimism about using artificial intelligence (AI) to transform health provider education. Cristina Lussiana is a senior program manager of digital health and monitoring at Population Services International ( PSI ) and an expert in the health applications of AI.

article thumbnail

Inpatient Hospice vs. Home Hospice Care

Melodia Hospice

Inpatient Hospice vs. Home Hospice Care When dealing with a terminally ill patient, it is always difficult to decide what type of care is mandatory for your patient and in which setting. A family always wants a comfortable and relaxed environment and the best treatment for their terminally ill loved ones. Hence, they sometimes do … Inpatient Hospice vs.

More Trending

article thumbnail

Hospice Care for End-Stage Kidney Disease

Melodia Hospice

When you study this article, chances are that either you or a loved one is engaged in a challenging struggle against kidney disease, both physically and emotionally. Even when you decide to forego dialysis, your quest for comfort, assistance, and answers continues. The choice to reduce or discontinue medical aid has an impact on the … Hospice Care for End-Stage Kidney Disease Read More » The post Hospice Care for End-Stage Kidney Disease appeared first on Melodia Care Hospice.

article thumbnail

CNA Week Recognizes Certified Nursing Assistants

Minority Nurse

Each year, the third week of June is a time to recognize and honor the work of certified nursing assistants with CNA Week. Celebrated this year from June 15 to 23, the National Association of Health Care Assistants (NAHCA) sponsors the week and helps draw attention to the vital work certified nursing assistants do. According to the NAHCA, nearly one million CNAs are in the workforce.

Nursing 52
article thumbnail

Aging in Place: Strategies for Seniors to Maintain Independence at Home

Community Home Health Care

As seniors enter their golden years, many prefer to age in the comfort of their own homes rather than transitioning to assisted living or nursing facilities. Aging in place allows seniors to maintain their independence, familiarity, and cherished memories. However, it’s essential to ensure that the home environment supports their changing needs.

ADLS 52