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Research: Patient Assessment Initiatives Boost Palliative Care Referrals in Cancer Centers

Hospice News

Oncology nurses at cancer centers across the country are developing ways to improve palliative care referrals for seriously ill patients and families who could benefit from these services. A common thread woven through these referral strategies is expanding palliative care awareness among clinicians across the continuum. Misperceptions proliferate among clinicians as to the nature and benefits of palliative care, which trickles impacts into access.

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Normalcy, Introspection, & the Experience of Serious Illness: Bill Gardner, Juliet Jacobsen, and Brad Stuart

GeriPal

Summary Transcript Summary How do people react when they hear they have a serious illness? Shock, “like a car is rushing straight at me” (says Bill Gardner on our podcast). After the shock? Many people strive, struggle, crawl even back toward a “ normal ” life. And some people, in addition or instead, engage in deep introspection on how to make meaning or live with or understand this experience of serious illness.

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Book Recommendation: Unobservable: Poems of Grief and Grace, by Siobhan Westrop

Life & Death Matters

In October 2019 Ted and I flew to join Siobhan. We desired to support her in her grief. We walked the beaches together. Four months earlier, her eldest son, Saren, who was 22 years old died in a freak accident in the mountains, doing what he loved. Little did we know. Three months later, our […] The post Book Recommendation: Unobservable: Poems of Grief and Grace, by Siobhan Westrop appeared first on Life and Death Matters.

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Evolution of School Nurses

Daily Nurse

It’s back to school time again, which means school nurses are preparing for the year ahead and the challenges and opportunities a new school year will bring. In recent years, the roles and responsibilities of school nurses have evolved. Traditionally, school nurses are tasked with administering first aid and caring for students’ physical health. Still, we are seeing demand for school nurses to manage a broader definition of wellness, including physical and mental health.

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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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Elara Caring Leverages Tech to Achieve 21% Hiring Increase

Hospice News

By implementing new technologies and investing in leadership development programs, Elara Caring boosted its caregiver workforce by 21% during the second quarter. The Dallas-based home-based care provider operates 200 locations in 17 states. Among the strategies driving these gains were initiatives to speed the hiring process. In the second quarter, Elara reduced to nine days the time it takes to hire an employee, down from 21.

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Innovation in Nursing: Everything it Takes to Be a Nurse Innovator and Innovators to Watch Out For!

Diversity Nursing

Nurses play a crucial role in healthcare innovation. Innovation in Nursing requires a creative approach to develop and implement new technologies, streamline workflows, improve patient care, and enhance overall healthcare outcomes. Nurses are uniquely qualified to contribute to Nursing innovations due to their frontline experience, patient interactions, and in-depth understanding of the healthcare process.

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Meet the Author of Fast Facts for Patient Safety in Nursing

Daily Nurse

Deborah Dolan Hunt, PhD, RN, is an experienced nurse, educator, writer, scholar, full professor at the Dr. Betty L. Forest Dean of the College of Nursing and Public Health at Adelphi University , and author of Springer Publishing’s Fast Facts for Patient Safety in Nursing. Hunt’s book is a practical resource for common preventable issues and their causes, including medication errors, patient falls, pressure ulcers, infections, and surgical errors.

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Future Leader: Hayley Powell, Clinical Operations Manager, PalliCare

Hospice News

The Future Leaders Awards program is brought to you in partnership with Homecare Homebase. The program is designed to recognize up-and-coming industry members who are shaping the next decade of home health, hospice care, senior housing, skilled nursing, and behavioral health. To see this year’s Future Leaders, visit [link]. Hayley Powell, Clinical Operations Manager at PalliCare, has been named a 2023 Future Leader by Hospice News.

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Long-Term Care Insurance and Senior In-Home Care

Freedom Home Care and Medical Staffing

As individuals and families plan for the future, one crucial consideration is the potential need for long-term care. Aging, illness, or disability can lead to a reduced ability to perform everyday tasks independently, requiring assistance and support. Long-term care insurance has emerged as a valuable tool to ensure that individuals can access the care they need without depleting their savings.

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Why Good Study Skills Matter

Minority Nurse

Have you ever felt like the energy you put into studying isn’t reflected in the outcomes you end up with? You aren’t alone. Like any other professional skill, studying is something you need to learn how to do. It might seem counterintuitive, says Regan A. R. Gurung, PhD, but taking the time and effort to learn top study skills is going to help you through school and in your professional life.

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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.

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RN Charmaine Branchaud Helps Boost Immunization Rates in Red Lake Schools

Daily Nurse

Charmaine Branchaud sees the stories of Red Lake Nation students in the data. Branchaud has been an RN for four and a half decades and began overseeing school clinics across all Red Lake Nation schools in Minnesota in 2021. Her work improving Red Lake School District’s immunization rates began as she sifted through paper records and data, which allowed her to understand student health needs.

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The Most Significant Hospice Deals So Far in 2023

Hospice News

Thus far in 2023, hospice merger and acquisition activity has deviated from prior years. This year is distinctive because of factors such as valuations, asset sizes and the mix of buyers. A number of trends have shifted. The last five years saw record-breaking multiples in the hospice space and private equity-backed platform deals were among the most common types of transactions.

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Cholesterol Education Month

AT Home Care & Hospice

National Cholesterol Education Month: A Time to Take Control of Your Heart Health September is National Cholesterol Education Month, a time to raise awareness about the importance of managing cholesterol levels. High cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease, stroke, and other health problems. What is Cholesterol? Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance The post Cholesterol Education Month appeared first on AT Home Care & Hospice.

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Senior Care in Pinellas County, Tampa, Clearwater, Hillsborough County, Pasco County, Tampa and Surrounding Areas

Bayshore Care Home

5 Major Advantages of Senior Care at Home Home care for seniors offers numerous advantages that promote their well-being, independence, and quality of life. Bayshore Home Care provides senior care. The post Senior Care in Pinellas County, Tampa, Clearwater, Hillsborough County, Pasco County, Tampa and Surrounding Areas first appeared on Bayshore Home Care.

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Best Practices for Sharing Protected Health Information (PHI)

Explore essential topics in this ebook, including what constitutes PHI and how to identify it using 18 indicators. Gain insights into the importance of safeguarding PHI to protect patient privacy and learn about the severe consequences of HIPAA violations. Discover practical strategies for securely exchanging PHI within your healthcare organization, including assessing risks and implementing effective safeguards.

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The Secret Sauce of Professional References 

Daily Nurse

When you’re a nurse in the process of finding a new position, there’s much to think about during the complex job search journey, from your resume and cover letter to interview prep and negotiating salaries, but one thing many nurses overlook is always having a reliable set of professional references on tap whom you can call when you need them. There’s also the question of approaching your current supervisor for a reference when required.

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NHPCO Voices Support for CMS’ 36-Month Rule, Program Integrity Actions

Hospice News

The U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is on the right track with several new rules designed to improve hospice program integrity, but some could use some fine-tuning, according to the National Hospice & Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO). The hospice advocacy group today issued public comments on CMS’s proposed home health rule for 2024.

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Emergency Preparedness for Nurses: Being Ready For Natural Disasters

Diversity Nursing

Lately, the media has been filled with reports of devastating wildfires in Maui, destructive flooding in Vermont, and powerful tornadoes and earthquakes. These natural disasters serve as a reminder of the importance for Nurses to be prepared for any emergency. Nurses play a vital role in disaster response, and being well-prepared for natural disasters is crucial to ensure they can provide effective care during these emergencies.

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Cholesterol Education Month

Adobe Hospice & Home Health

National Cholesterol Education Month: A Time to Take Control of Your Heart Health September is National Cholesterol Education Month, a time to raise awareness about the importance of managing cholesterol levels. High cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease, stroke, and other health problems. What is Cholesterol? Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance The post Cholesterol Education Month appeared first on Abode Hospice & Home Health.

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The Essential Guide to HIPAA-Compliant Messaging for Home Care Teams

Explore the risks posed by non-compliant consumer apps like Instagram and WhatsApp in healthcare settings. Learn about potential HIPAA penalties and use a self-evaluation flowchart to determine your organization's need for HIPAA-compliant messaging. Discover straightforward steps to implement secure communication solutions efficiently, ensuring compliance and protecting patient data effectively.

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Breastfeeding Benefits Society, Not Just Mothers and Infants

Daily Nurse

August is National Breastfeeding Month, and the U.S. Breastfeeding Committee has chosen “This is Our Why” as its theme this year. Much has been written about the physical benefits of breastfeeding for mother and child—better infection protection for babies and reduced cancer, high blood pressure, and diabetes risks for mom. I want to dive a bit deeper into the benefits for society.

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Hospices’ Collaboration with Discharge Planners Key to Effective Care Transitions

Hospice News

Collaboration with hospital discharge planners can help hospices ensure smoother care transitions and timely referrals. Securing timely referrals for eligible patients remains a challenge because many hospice patients receive care for only a few days prior to death. Additionally, careful management of discharges to hospice care is a growing priority as providers and payers seek to reduce hospitalizations, readmissions and emergency department visits.

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Navigating Care: Choosing the Right Home Care Agency for Your Loved One

Community Home Health Care

Facing the difficult decision of how to continue caring for your loved one? Whether it’s your parent, relative or elderly friend, seeing them lose their independence can be painful. Many seniors will be worried about having to leave their familiar surroundings and move into a nursing home, and may also be wary of letting a stranger into their home. So your job of finding the right professional care is not an easy one.

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How to make your aging loved one’s home as safe as possible

Living Assistance Services

Over 90% of Ontario residents over the age of 55 want to age in place, according to recent research. This is something that’s entirely.

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The Cost of Inefficient Communication in Home Care & Beyond

This eBook explores the critical issues of using consumer-grade messaging apps like WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, and SMS in healthcare, especially home care. It highlights the negative impacts on patient care quality, data security, and HIPAA compliance and provides practical solutions to enhance communication efficiency! You will learn how to: Consolidate Messaging Platforms: Streamline communication by reducing the use of multiple apps, improving efficiency in patient care.

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Monarch Survivors in a World of Climate Change

Elaine Mansfield

This year, I rarely see an adult Monarch butterfly in the fields or in my butterfly garden. There are some out there because they leave evidence– a few tiny Monarch eggs deposited under milkweed leaves. It I search long enough, I might find three or four eggs in an hour. Sometimes I don’t find any. By mid August 2022, I’d released 160 Monarchs raised in my back porch nursery.

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Hospice Industry Groups: CMS Must Retool Proposed Special Focus Program to Ensure Accuracy, Fairness

Hospice News

The U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) proposed 2024 home health rule includes plans to implement a hospice Special Focus Program, but some stakeholders contend that some aspects are flawed. Three of the largest hospice, home health and senior services advocacy groups submitted comments to CMS on the proposed rule — LeadingAge, the National Association for Home Health and Hospice (NAHC) and the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO).

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Nursing Tip of the Day! - Psychiatric Nursing

Nurse Nacole

Category: Psychiatric Nursing Benzodiazepines exert a therapeutic effect by binding to GABA-A receptors in the brain. They cause the GABA-A receptors to increase the opening of chloride channels along the cell membrane, leading to an inhibitory effect on cell firing.

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Staying the course: Lessons from ponies for upcoming Medicare changes

Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder

There’s a certain kind of magic when watching eq competitions, especially when it involves someone dear to you. Over the weekend, our daughter, Emmy Grace, took part in her first hunter jumper 2-foot division horse show.

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The Secret to Supercharging Your Organizations Communications

Effective collaboration among all care team members is critical to delivering better patient outcomes. A key element to achieving effective collaboration is through the implementation of a clinical communication and collaboration platform. In a fast-paced, high-stress and critical environment, people tend to do whatever gets the job done. Therefore will scramble and use the systems, people, or processes around them to get an outcome more quickly - which can often be at the expense of quality.

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Nursing Homes Serving Black Residents Have Greater Hospitalizations, ED Visits

Minority Nurse

Nursing homes with the highest proportion of Black residents have the greatest number of hospitalizations and emergency department visits, according to a new study led by researchers at NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing. Staffing levels likely drive the differences in hospitalizations and emergency department visits among nursing homes, the researchers report in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society.

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Attorney Ari Markenson: 36-Month Rule Will Have Cooling Effect on Hospice Deals

Hospice News

New rules for changes in hospice ownership are likely to slow down or kill some mergers and acquisitions, according to Ari Markenson, partner at the law firm Venable LLP. Among the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) new policies is a rule prohibiting changes of ownership within 36 months of Medicare enrollment, designed to curb quick license sales in an effort to avoid regulatory attention.

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Nursing Tip of the Day! - Psychiatric Nursing

Nurse Nacole

Category: Psychiatric Nursing Benzodiazepines are important and widely prescribed sedative-hypnotics. Their pharmacologic properties include reduction of anxiety, sedation, muscle relaxation, anticonvulsant and amnestic effects.

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Is It Alzheimer’s or Forgetfulness?

American In-Home Care

Dad has seemed more confused than usual lately. He misplaced his car keys, only to discover they were in the linen closet. He often starts a sentence and forgets what he was going to say. Sometimes, he doesn’t even remember your name. Could it be Alzheimer’s, or simply normal age-related forgetfulness? How Can You Tell if It’s Alzheimer’s or Forgetfulness – or Something Else?

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How Does Dental Hygiene Change for Seniors and What Special Considerations Should Be Taken Into Account?

Seasons Hospice

As we age, our bodies go through various transformations, including our oral health. Dental hygiene becomes increasingly important for seniors, as it not only affects their overall health but also their quality of life. In this blog post, we will explore how dental hygiene changes for seniors and the special considerations that should be taken into account.

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