Hospice News

JULY 14, 2023

UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) has been relatively quiet on its strategic plans with Amedisys (NASDAQ: AMED), which it is in the process of acquiring via its subsidiary, Optum. The company shed some light on how the home health and hospice asset will fit into its overall scope of services Friday, however. Optum announced plans to acquire the massive home health and hospice provider Amedisys for $3.3 billion in June.

Senior care 204

Senior care Hospice Palliate Hospice care 204

Chicago Caregiving

JULY 14, 2023

By K.J. Bannan When a loved one can’t find the answers, a caregiver can fill in the gaps Anna Falkenstein’s husband went into cardiac arrest six years ago while walking outside. He pitched forward as he collapsed. Bystanders started CPR, but his brain was without oxygen long enough to cause an anoxic brain injury and major memory loss. “When he woke up, he had no idea who he was, who anybody around him was.

Social worker 98

Social worker Caregiver Books 2023 98

Hospice News

JULY 14, 2023

Palliative care providers have a limited window into the disparities plaguing underserved populations when it comes to access and awareness of their serious illness care options, according to Nicole McCann-Davis, vice president of communications and chief health equity officer at Empassion Health. Hospice News recently sat down with McCann-Davis to discuss the scope of disparities among communities of color, plus the biggest challenges palliative care providers face to improve access to their se

Palliative care 183

Palliative care Palliate Hospice Hospice volunteer 183

Daily Nurse

JULY 14, 2023

We all depend on technology to manage our daily responsibilities at home and work to make purchases, open doors, send messages, attend meetings virtually, and more, but did you know you can also use technology to advance your nursing career ? Technology for Career Advancement You are likely already using technology to tackle tasks like grocery shopping and take-out orders, but are you also using it to help advance your career ?

Nursing 95

Nursing Document Registered Nurse Presentation 95

Advertisement

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.

Caregiver

Hospice News

JULY 14, 2023

Paul Mastrapa becomes CEO of Interim HealthCare Jennifer Sheets is out as CEO of Interim HealthCare and Caring Brands International. Paul Mastrapa, former CEO of Help at Home, will succeed her. The Florida-based company is a home-based care franchise that provides home health care, hospice care, palliative care, pediatric care and personal care to about 200,000 patients annually from more than 330 U.S. locations.

Healthcare 171

Healthcare 2016 2021 2018 171

Melodia Hospice

JULY 14, 2023

Diagnosing a loved one with dementia can be challenging and traumatic. Hospice care may be needed to keep your loved one comfortable and well-cared for as the disease advances. However, many families are unclear if Medicare covers hospice care for people living with dementia. We’ll discuss your alternatives and expectations in this blog article.

Medicare 52

Medicare Hospice care Hospice Article 52

Nurse Nacole

JULY 14, 2023

Category: Psychiatric Nursing Sexual dysfunction is often a reason cited by patients for prematurely stopping their antidepressants. All SSRIs have the potential to induce sexual dysfunction. The incidence varies from about 24% to 73%, depending on the individual drug.

Nursing 52

Nursing 52

Minority Nurse

JULY 14, 2023

Tara Rynders, RN, MFA, BSN, BA, admits she hasn ’ t had the easiest life. From when she was a child, though, she would heal from it through dance. In fact, she wanted to be a professional dancer before she thought about being a nurse. “ My earliest memory is of holding a neighborhood performance in my backyard—and it ’ s a lifeline that I ’ ve held on to through all of life ’ s highs and lows,” Rynders explains.

Grief 52

Grief Caretaker Feeding Bathing 52

Hospice Red River Valley

JULY 14, 2023

The 14 th Annual Sweet N’ Stickey in Dickey Rib Cook-off took place on Saturday, July 8 th in Dickey, N.D. This year’s event showcased 29 cooks, all hoping to win a Sweet N’ Stickey in Dickey trophy while contributing to the fundraising efforts for Hospice of the Red River Valley. The event gathered a crowd of nearly 350 people who enjoyed racks of ribs and numerous donated entrees, salads and desserts at the event.

Events 52

Events Hospice 52

Changing Lives Podcast

JULY 14, 2023

It’s no secret that death is not an easy thing to talk about. In fact, it’s a topic that is so often avoided, many people have some incorrect perceptions around the process of dying. Not having the right information can make what is already a tough time to go through even more difficult. Learn more about some common misconceptions around death on this week's episode.

Information 40

Information 40

Nurse Nacole

JULY 14, 2023

** ANSWER: 1.5 ML ** 400 MG / 5 ML = 80 MG/1 ML 120 MG / 80 MG = 1.5 MG 1.5 MG x 1 ML = 1.

Nursing 52

Nursing 52

Hospice News

JULY 14, 2023

When it comes to hospice M&A, both buyers and sellers must have their eyes out for warning signs that could kill a potential deal. Consolidation remains widespread in the hospice space, though transaction volume has slipped in 2023 compared to prior years. During Q1 of this year, about 14 hospice, home care and home health acquisitions were announced, according to data from the M&A advisory firm Mertz Taggart.

Hospice 183

Hospice Document 2015 Medicare 183