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Gen Z Nurses: A New Era of Expectations and Engagement

Diversity Nursing

As Gen Z Nurses begin to enter the workforce, they bring fresh perspectives and unique expectations for their careers. This generation— born roughly between 1997 and 2012—has been raised in an era where digital technology is not only a tool but an integral part of daily life. As such, they are the first truly digital native generation, and their approach to work reflects this.

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Reps. Van Duyne, Panetta Introduce Bill to Reform Hospice Special Focus Program

Hospice News

Reps. Beth Van Duyne (R-Texas) and Jimmy Panetta (D-California) have introduced a bill that would reform aspects of the hospice Special Focus Program (SFP). If enacted, the Enhancing Hospice Oversight and Transparency Act also would increase the penalty for hospices that do not report quality measure data to 10% by 2027, up from 4% currently. The SFP has the authority to impose enforcement remedies against hospices with poor performance based on its algorithm.

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The Canadian Palliative Care Nursing Association (CPCNA) Position Statement on Grief and Grief Literacy

Life & Death Matters

I am proud to be a member of the Canadian Palliative Care Nursing Association (CPCNA). CPCNA wrote a position statement on Grief and Grief Literacy to help strengthen the competence and confidence of all nurses to provide the best care possible for patients, families and communities facing life-limiting situations. Though addressing nurses, this is a […] The post The Canadian Palliative Care Nursing Association (CPCNA) Position Statement on Grief and Grief Literacy appeared first on Life a

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How Hospices Can Leverage Palliative Care to ‘Stay Relevant’ in Value-Based Care

Hospice News

U.S. health care is moving steadily towards value-based reimbursement, and having a robust palliative care program can help hospices ensure they are not left behind. The U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is working to ensure that 100% of Medicare beneficiaries are aligned with a risk-based payment model by 2030. This can include Medicare Advantage and Accountable Care Organization (ACOs) programs.

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3 Reasons to Retire Pagers from Healthcare Settings

Let's discuss the trusty pager—an old favorite that’s losing its shine in hospitals and clinics. While once a staple in hospitals and clinics, pagers now present significant limitations that hinder rather than facilitate communication among healthcare professionals. Healthcare professionals are constantly on the move, and they need communication tools that can keep up with their fast-paced lives.

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Remembrance Day ceremonies seniors can attend or watch on November 11

Living Assistance Services

November is here and with it comes a solemn occasion that’s important to many Canadians: Remembrance Day. A time to honour those who made.

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Choice Health at Home Acquires Accentra

Hospice News

Choice Health at Home will acquire Accentra Home Health and Hospice, headquartered in Oklahoma City. The transaction will extend Choice’s Oklahoma footprint to cover about 90% of the state, including urban and rural communities, the company indicated. Choice is backed by the private equity firms Coltala Holdings and Trive Capital and also serves patients in Kansas, Arizona, Colorado, Utah and Nevada.

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Is a Career in Healthcare the Right Choice for You?

Caregiver Support Services

Research suggests that over 60 million people in the world work in the healthcare industry. Caring for people, providing essential healthcare services and developing new technologies, treatments and tools through research and development are just some of the many career paths on offer. If you’re thinking about changing careers, or you have ambitions to enter the medical field, this guide will help you decide if a career in healthcare is the right choice for you.

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The Alliance Supports Legislation to Fix Hospice Special Focus Program

NHPCO

For Immediate Release November 06, 2024 (Alexandria, VA and Washington, DC) – The National Alliance for Care at Home (the Alliance) has endorsed H.R. 10097, the Enhancing Hospice Oversight and Transparency Act , introduced in the House of Representatives. The Alliance supports delaying the implementation of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Service’s (CMS) hospice Special Focus Program (SFP), to allow for additional time to correct its flawed design that creates a high risk of failing to i

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Nursing Tip of the Day! - Critical Care Nursing

Nurse Nacole

Category: Critical Care Nursing Pulse oximetry measures the percentage of arterial hemoglobin that is in the oxyhemoglobin state. It reflects the amount of oxygen that hemoglobin is carrying as a percent of the maximum it can carry.

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Bayshore Home Care Celebrates National Home Care Month

Bayshore Care Home

November marks the beginning of National Home Care Month! During this time we want to recognize the essential role home care providers play in our communities. At Bayshore Home Care, The post Bayshore Home Care Celebrates National Home Care Month first appeared on Bayshore Home Care.

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Real-Life Examples of HIPAA Violations and How to Avoid Them

Speaker: Jack Clough, Chief Growth Officer

Download our 30-minute webinar where we delve into real-life examples of HIPAA violations and preventative measures every organization should know! You will learn: The critical factors that lead to HIPAA violations and how to identify them. Three compelling real-life cases of organizations that faced severe HIPAA penalties. Proven strategies to safeguard YOUR organization against HIPAA violations.

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Hospices Face ‘Interesting Unknowns’ in Wake of Presidential Election

Hospice News

Hospices are facing a sea of uncertainties in the wake of Wednesday’s presidential election results. Donald Trump has been elected as the 47th president of the United States. The former president received the majority of popular and electoral votes over Vice President Kamala Harris. Hospice and home health providers will need to work with policymakers to address the needs of seriously and terminally ill populations, said Tom Koutsoumpas, CEO of the National Partnership for Healthcare and Hospice

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