Home Care Pulse
APRIL 6, 2023
Article Contents: – Introduction Article Contents: For Training Managers, Hospice & Healthcare Facilities Share: We’re Home Care Pulse, a leading provider of experience management & surveys, caregiver/CNA training, and online reputation management. Taking care of someone at the end of life is different than taking care of someone who is going to get better.
Hospice News
APRIL 5, 2023
The U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will allow hospice patients to receive concurrent care through the Medicare Advantage hospice carve-in, and will permit health plans to further restrict utilization of out-of-network providers. Originally slated to complete in 2024, CMS recently extended the carve-in, formally known as the hospice component of the value-based insurance design model (VBID).
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HopeHealth
APRIL 4, 2023
“No matter how dire things seem, you can always make a difference in someone’s life.” Here’s what one college student learned from hospice volunteering. The post The power of compassion: A student volunteer’s journey with hospice appeared first on HopeHealth.
GeriPal
APRIL 6, 2023
Summary Transcript Summary Do we need an RCT to establish the worth of chaplaincy? Einstein once said, “ Everything that can be counted does not necessarily count; everything that counts cannot necessarily be counted.” A friend of GeriPal, and prior guest, Guy Micco commented today that we need an RCT for chaplaincy is like the idea that the humanities need to justify their value in medical training: “It’s like being told to measure the taste of orange juice with a ruler.
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Life & Death Matters
APRIL 4, 2023
Written by Isabelle Leslie The beginning of April has two very important days to reflect upon; Invisible Work Day and National Caregiver Day. It’s a coincidence that they occur very close together, but it’s fitting that they do. On National Caregiver Day we recognize the many people who are caring for someone diagnosed with a […] The post Discussing Invisible Work Day and National Caregiver Day appeared first on Life and Death Matters.
Hospice News
APRIL 7, 2023
Some hospices have found peer support to be a crucial component of their pediatric bereavement programs amid rising demand for these services. Research indicates that the number of bereaved children nationwide is growing. An estimated 6 million children in the United States will experience the death of a parent or a sibling by the age of 18, according to data from the Child Bereavement Estimation Model (CBEM) 2023.
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HopeHealth
APRIL 4, 2023
PRESS CONTACT: Becky Sizelove, Senior Manager, Digital Marketing and Brand Engagement (401) 474-2532 RSizelove@HopeHealthCo.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 4, 2023 HopeHealth Announces New Board Officer Appointments Providence, RI – HopeHealth has announced five new officer appointments to its board of directors: Vincent Mor, PhD, board chair; Mark A.
Life & Death Matters
APRIL 6, 2023
Author: Rebecca Skoot If you received a COVID vaccine, you’ve benefited from the life of Henrietta Lacks Rebecca Skoot shares the story of Henrietta Lacks, an ordinary Black woman in 1951, living with five children in the USA. Henrietta became ill and went to Johns Hopkins Hospital for diagnosis and then treatment of advanced cervical […] The post Book Recommendation: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks appeared first on Life and Death Matters.
Hospice News
APRIL 5, 2023
Hospice executives with a nursing background can bring unique competitive advantages. This has been the case for Nevada-based 1Care Hospice & 1Care Kids, particularly as they contended with the pandemic and widespread workforce shortages, according to COO Eddie Belluomini. A group of hospice and palliative care leaders with nursing experience established 1Care in October 2020.
Evidence-Based Nursing - BMJ blogs
APRIL 2, 2023
This week’s blog is by Roger Kline (@rogerkline) who is a Research Fellow at Middlesex University Business School. In just one month the NHS has lost four Employment Tribunals in which judges heavily criticised NHS Trusts for race discrimination, another Trust had to apologise for repeated examples of racist behaviour by its staff towards colleagues and patients, whilst a national NHS body was found to have deliberately covered up racism.
AJN Off the Charts
APRIL 7, 2023
There have been a couple of recent studies that confirm what I have observed as a palliative care nurse practitioner (NP) in an academic medical center: that there’s still a tendency to pursue very aggressive care with older people with cancer. While every situation is different, the evidence shows that people with cancer could also benefit from palliative care and advance care planning to make sure they’re getting the best and right care for them.
Daily Nurse
APRIL 6, 2023
Nursing is a challenging and rewarding profession that demands physical, emotional, and mental fortitude. Nurses are responsible for providing round-the-clock care to their patients, often putting their well-being on the back burner. However, ignoring their health can have dire consequences for nurses, leading to burnout, chronic illnesses, and decreased job satisfaction.
Hospice News
APRIL 5, 2023
A proposed rule from the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) may imperil hospice patients’ access to essential medications, stakeholders have indicated. The DEA recently proposed a regulation for prescribing controlled substances via telemedicine after the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE) expires. If finalized as written, practitioners would no longer have the ability to prescribe Schedule II or Schedule III-V narcotic medications via telehealth without a prior in-person exam.
Minority Nurse
APRIL 6, 2023
Has your nursing career drifted off course? Do you need to align your career path with your personal or professional mission? You’re not alone, and there’s something you can do about it. Going Adrift We all choose nursing as a career for a variety of reasons. For some, nursing is the prudent career choice to put food on the table for our families. For others, it’s a lifelong dream.
Traditions Health
APRIL 5, 2023
Traditions Health of College Station, Texas Awarded Home Health Accreditation from The Joint Commission Nashville, TN – Traditions Health of College Station, Texas has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Hospice Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. This is the fourth Home Health branch of Traditions Health that has been awarded Joint Commission Accreditation.
Today's Caregiver
APRIL 3, 2023
Stress doesn’t just affect your mood—it can have long-term health impacts as well if you don’t take steps to manage it constructively. For individuals who face the stressful task of caring for a family member with Alzheimer’s disease.
Hospice News
APRIL 7, 2023
The U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is seeking answers from the hospice community — including some around utilization patterns and non-hospice spending. The recently proposed 2024 hospice payment rule contained a 2.8% reimbursement base-rate increase as well as provisions designed to support program integrity. Further, it included a trove of data and requests for information that could portend future rule making or other actions. “This proposed rule chock full of ve
The Nurse Break
APRIL 3, 2023
Emeritus Professor Rhonda Nay has agreed to write for The Nurse Break about how the nursing profession has changed over the years, answer tough questions about the state of nursing education and give us down-to-earth perspectives on how to improve! With 50+ years of experience, she has been pivotal to the careers of so many and led significant changes to how nursing care is provided today, this is well worth your attention and reading!
Daily Nurse
APRIL 7, 2023
All travelers know that the main perk of a travel nursing career is exploring new destinations and gaining real-world experience—the pay and networking opportunities don’t hurt either. Even so, this industry requires highly specialized professionals ready and able to fill staffing shortages in multiple healthcare facilities nationwide. In addition to providing vital services, travel nurses bring a wealth of knowledge and experience they can share with the existing nursing team, increasing the be
Nurse.com
APRIL 4, 2023
As cost-of-living increases throughout the country, more and more professionals in every industry are looking for “side hustles” to support their families. One of the most complimentary careers to a side hustle is nursing. Side hustles are conducive with nursing because nurses have a broad skillset and can take advantage of flexible scheduling opportunities.
Hospice News
APRIL 4, 2023
Bristol Hospice has appointed Melissa Broadway as its new chief clinical officer. A registered nurse, Broadway was most recently the chief operating officer of hospice for Bayada Healthcare. At Bayada, she oversaw hospice operations in 11 states, including five divisions of the company. “Having Melissa join the Bristol family represents a great day for our patients, families and employees nationwide,” Bristol CEO Alex Mauricio said in a statement.
The Nurse Break
APRIL 1, 2023
Meet ED/Rural & remote nurse Liana Penney. Read her guide to precepting new grads! Write for us here Check out other nurse educator related content Suggest someone who should write for us here Introduction I have been nursing for 10 years, starting in General Practice in Hamilton, NZ. I moved on to Middlemore ED and spent a number of years building a strong foundation through dealing with high patient volumes of 300-400 presentations a day.
Today's Caregiver
APRIL 4, 2023
Maybe you already know that driving at night or in rainy weather is a problem for you. Some older drivers also have problems with certain routes or driving on busy highways, for example.
Daily Nurse
APRIL 4, 2023
Knowing the healthcare system is complex and often creates anxiety for patients newly diagnosed with cancer, the Northwell Health Cancer Institute launched Cancer Care Direct, a comprehensive program to connect patients with clinical registered nurse navigators who can provide expert guidance to patients and caregivers from diagnosis to treatment to survivorship.
Hospice News
APRIL 3, 2023
The 2024 proposed hospice rule from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) signals the agency’s earliest response to widespread calls to bolster program integrity within the benefit. In additional to a 2.8% hike in the per diem base rate, the proposal includes new requirements around who can certify patients, health equity initiatives, quality measurement and telehealth.
Adobe Hospice & Home Health
APRIL 7, 2023
World Health Day World Health Day is observed every year to bring awareness to the importance of practicing and achieving optimal health and wellness. In honor of World Health Day, our goal is to help you learn and understand more about specific healthcare services that can improve your quality of life if you are living The post World Health Day appeared first on Abode Hospice & Home Health.
Today's Caregiver
APRIL 2, 2023
Medicaid Planning is the process of legally and ethically protecting my client’s income and assets so that they do not have to go broke before they naturally qualify for one of the Medicaid Long-Term Care Programs described below.
American In-Home Care
APRIL 3, 2023
As parents age into their later years, there are a number of conversations that need to take place. Many of these conversations are around sensitive topics such as finances, aging care options, driving, safety, legal issues, and estate planning. When these topics are broached, it’s common to have a different opinion than an older loved one, or even than siblings and other family members.
Hospice News
APRIL 3, 2023
Dallas-headquartered AccentCare is forming a joint venture with Houston-based Memorial Hermann Health System. Through the JV, the two health care organizations are combining their home health and hospice operations in south Texas to form a new entity. AccentCare will take the lead on managing the home-based care business. Joining forces will allow the organizations’ to strengthen their combined presence in the state and “greatly expand access” to home health and hospice, according to a statement
Daily Nurse
APRIL 3, 2023
It’s no secret that nursing can be a challenging career path, and at the same time, it can certainly be emotionally and professionally rewarding. Nevertheless, it’s not unusual for nurses to experience sacrifices along their journeys in the healthcare industry. Among the most prevalent challenges are those related to their health. While nurses dedicate their careers to improving the wellness of others, this occasionally comes at the cost of their well-being.
AT Home Care & Hospice
APRIL 6, 2023
World Health Day World Health Day is observed every year to bring awareness to the importance of practicing and achieving optimal health and wellness. In honor of World Health Day, our goal is to help you learn and understand more about specific healthcare services that can improve your quality of life if you are living The post World Health Day appeared first on AT Home Care & Hospice.
Diversity Nursing
APRIL 6, 2023
Congratulations on starting your Nursing career! Here are some pieces of advice that may help you as a new Nurse: Never stop learning Nursing is a constantly evolving field and there are always new things to learn. Attend continuing education classes, read Nursing journals, go to Nursing conferences, join Nursing associations, and stay up-to-date on the latest research.
Hospice News
APRIL 6, 2023
Two hospice fraud cases are moving forward in California and Arizona, states that some stakeholders consider to be potential hotbeds of malfeasance in the space. Karen Sarkisyan, a.k.a. Kevin Sarkisyan, of San Gabriel Hospice & Palliative Care, pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to defraud the government for his involvement in submitting false enrollment applications to Medicare that hid the “real owners of a hospice company,” according to court documents.
Home Care Pulse
APRIL 5, 2023
HCP WEBINAR The Data Behind Every Hiring Best Practice Tuesday, May 9th, 2023 Tuesday, May 9th, 2023 Tuesday, May 9th, 2023 2:00pm EST | 60 min 2:00pm EST | 60 min 2:00pm EST | 60 min In an increasingly competitive job market, with nearly 100% of post-acute care businesses feeling the impact of workforce shortages, it’s crucial to understand how you can make the most of your hiring process and get more applicants to the finish line.
AJN Off the Charts
APRIL 5, 2023
Photo by Eric Ward on Unsplash Each year, the ECRI Institute creates a list of top 10 patient safety concerns along with actionable recommendations for institutions to reduce these risks. Some years, the list includes repeat offenders such as medication errors and concerns surrounding staffing. In the past few years, the list has reflected the reality of living during a global pandemic, with 2022’s top 10 concerns including clinician’s mental health, supply chain disruptions, and vaccine coverag
Diversity Nursing
APRIL 3, 2023
Healthcare providers recognize the crucial role nutritious diets play in promoting and maintaining good health. People with healthy eating patterns live longer and are at lower risk for serious health problems such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and obesity. For people with chronic diseases, healthy eating can help manage these conditions and prevent complications.
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