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For those interested in engaging in policy change at the national level through the ANA or globally through CFGNS. Here’s a great, high-level opportunity.

First Health's Virtual Nursing Program Development Eases Nursing Shortages and Improves Patient Care: https://lnkd.in/gHgAZeZw   Virtual Nursing Programs ensure healthcare services are convenient, efficient, and equitable with easy-to-schedule appointments and at-home accessibility. Data from the American Association of Colleges of Nursing also confirms the need for improved services as less nurses enter the workforce. With First Health Advisory's Virtual Nursing Program Development Services, clients have seen a noticeable improvement in patient care, nursing retention & morale, financial benefits, and clinical mentoring. Clients also report a decrease in labor/travel nursing costs, nursing turnover, patient length of stay, and clinical staff workload.   For more on First Health Advisory's Virtual Nursing Program Development Services visit https://lnkd.in/gHgAZeZw or contact sales@firsthealthadvisory.com #HealthcareManagement #HealthcareLeadership #RiskManagament #HealthcareAdministration #HealthcareOperations #HealthcareInnovation #HealthcareAI #HealthcareTechnology #HealthcareConsulting #CyberRisk #HealthcareTrends #DigitalHealth

In the digital age, virtual clinical services need to be secure and efficient to meet performance, security, and patient safety standards: https://lnkd.in/gHgAZeZw #HealthcareIT #HealthcareAI #VirtualNursing #HealthcareInnovation #DigitalTransformation #PatientSafety #CybersecurityisPatientSafety #ChangeHealthcare #TransformingHealthcare #InnovationinHealthcare

what comes first 🤔 #ThePowerOfGreen 💲 Develop guidance for the use of virtual nursing that speaks to: -Funding and reimbursement models -Impact on nurse and patient outcomes -Impact on portability, licensure, and other regulations governing nursing practice, including nurse liability -Impact on nurse staffing -Ethical implications of this practice

Consider applying to this panel! We will define virtual nursing and create the large scale policy and standards on this. #nurse #AI #virtual

A 2023 report provided some increasingly concerning numbers surrounding the financial toll that the nursing shortage has had on healthcare institutions. Some of the highlights include: • The cost of RN turnover now averages more than $52,000 per nurse, with some costing upwards of $64,500. • RN vacancy rates are exceeding 15% in more than half of hospitals. • Each percent change in RN turnover can cost hospitals $380,600 per year. However, the report also noted a potential savings of $3,140,000 for hospitals reducing reliance on travel RNs. This underlines the importance of strategic staffing solutions such as virtual nursing. Virtual nursing not only helps extend the reach of the existing workforce but also plays a crucial role in improving patient care and reducing the workload on on-site nurses, thereby contributing to better retention rates. To learn more about virtual nursing or do a deeper dive into the numbers, check out the links in the comments.

We like seeing how UnityPoint Health is taking the concept of virtual nursing and deploying it in four stages. We can enable virtual nursing from our Telligence nurse call system so patients can interact directly with their virtual nurse. https://gag.gl/Jq4vZZ?

If your practice is struggling to fill nursing roles, a virtual nursing program may be the answer. According to Medical Economics, "Virtual nursing has emerged as a promising solution that can provide much-needed support to on-site nursing teams." In a recent report, Medical Economics lists the many benefits that come with virtual nursing programs, including: ✅ Improved patient care ✅ Reduced care costs ✅ Minimized burnout rates among nursing staff Virtual nurses can act "as the eyes and ears for on-site nurses" to help cover the full list of duties that fall to your nursing staff. Be sure to read Medical Economic's full report that highlights the benefits of virtual nursing as well as important considerations before implementing virtual nursing roles: https://lnkd.in/g-up5DS6 #NursingShortage #VirtualNursing #InnovativeHealthcareTrends

What is Acuity-Based Nursing? Acuity-based nursing matches nurses to patients based on care needs complexity. Instead of fixed patient nurse ratios, this method allows flexible rostering Benefits: Improved Patient Care: Acuity-based staffing matches nurse skills with patient needs to improve patient outcomes. Balanced Workload: It helps distribute the workload more evenly among nursing staff, preventing burnout and promoting job satisfaction. Enhanced Efficiency: Nurses can enhance patient care by focusing on delivering the best possible care within their competency levels. Better Resource Allocation: Hospital resources are used more effectively, as staffing levels can be adjusted based on real-time patient acuity data. Drawbacks: Complex Implementation: Establishing an acuity-based system involves intensive data collection and analysis. Potential for Discrepancies: Subjective assessments of patient acuity can lead to inconsistencies in staffing decisions. Resistance to Change: Staff may resist switching to a new system. Ongoing Monitoring: Continuous monitoring and adjustment are needed to maintain accuracy, adding to the administrative burden. While acuity-based nursing offers significant benefits in enhancing patient care and reducing nurse burnout, it also presents challenges that must be carefully managed. #nurses #acuitybasedtraining #healthcare

Virtual nursing is gaining popularity in hospitals, leveraging technology to supplement bedside care. These real nurses operate remotely, handling tasks like admissions and patient education via a "Zoom-like" call on the patient's TV. This approach, propelled by the pandemic and nursing shortages, aims to reduce burnout among physical nurses and improve patient care. \#iworkforComcast \#Healthcare \#VirtualNursing \#PatientCare https://lnkd.in/gVCtGwGi