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Great news for our nursing community! Our article, "Improving Professional Governance in Nursing: Applying Organizational Gap Analysis and Strategy Implementation in MICU Council by Ellie Jun, DNP, RN, CCRN, Reynaldo R. Rivera, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN, FAONL, Kasey Jackman, PhD, RN, PMHNP-BC, FAAN, and Barbara Niedz, PhD, RN" is now available online! This quality improvement project was undertaken to strengthen professional governance within the medical intensive care unit (MICU) amidst the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. Key Points • Professional governance in unit councils boosts nurse engagement, impacting job satisfaction and organizational efficiency. • Targeted interventions, such as workshops and clear charters, upped council attendance by 115.4% in 4 months. The Council Health Survey showed no overall score changes, but increased attendance and positive feedback signal intervention effectiveness, especially for new nurses. • Amid COVID-19 challenges, this project showcases resilience in sustaining governance and engagement during crises. Check out the full article to learn more about our methods, interventions, and this project's impactful outcomes. Here is the link: https://lnkd.in/eJdbaCpY. Let's continue to push the boundaries of professional nursing governance! #NursingExcellence #ProfessionalGovernance #HealthcareLeadership #COVID19 #MICU #NewYorkNewYork-Presbyterian Hospital

#HealthcareNews - UK HealthCare and Eastern State Hospital have earned Magnet designation, the highest institutional honor for nursing excellence granted by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's (ANCC) Magnet Recognition Program. Less than 10 percent of U.S. hospitals currently have Magnet status. Healthcare organizations earn the distinction by satisfying rigorous criteria measuring strength and quality of nursing. Magnet status recognizes environments that the ANCC believes attract and retain high-quality nurses who provide exceptional patient care. The goal of Magnet status is to identify and highlight nursing excellence. Magnet hospitals tend to have: - A low patient-to-nurse ratio. - Lower mortality rates for surgical patients. - Lower hospital-associated infection rates. - A shorter average length of stay for stroke patients. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gkE3j8Zi #HealthcareIndustry #LexingtonKY #Healthcare #UKHealthcare

Cardiology Nursing Series Post #2: Role of a Cardiovascular Nurse Cardiovascular nurses play a crucial role in managing heart conditions, improving patient outcomes, and delivering high-quality care. Their responsibilities include: -Patient Assessment: Thorough evaluations, identifying symptoms, and monitoring vital signs. -Care Management: Developing personalised care plans tailored to each patient's condition. -Administering Treatments: Medication administration and assisting with procedures like angiograms and catheterisations. -Patient Education: Informing patients about lifestyle changes, medication adherence, and managing their heart conditions. -Advocacy: Acting as patient advocates, ensuring ethical and safe care delivery. In the UK, cardiovascular nursing is a diverse field, with various specialist roles, including: -Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS): These advanced practice nurses provide expert care, often leading specific services like heart failure or arrhythmia management. -Heart Failure Nurses: Specialize in managing patients with chronic heart failure, helping to reduce hospital readmissions and improve quality of life. -Rehabilitation Nurses: Focus on cardiac rehabilitation, assisting patients in recovering post-heart surgery or heart attacks through education and tailored exercise programs. -Acute Care Cardiovascular Nurses: Provide immediate care to patients with acute conditions like myocardial infarctions, arrhythmias, and angina. Each specialty plays a critical role in the broader cardiology team, contributing to better patient outcomes and continuity of care. Cardiovascular nurses are indispensable in managing both acute and chronic heart conditions across the healthcare spectrum. #CardiologyNursing #NursingSpecialists #PatientCare #Healthcare #RegisteredNurse #RNs #HealthcarePractitioners References: Anderson, D. A., & Clemett, V. (2020). What impact do specialist and advanced-level nurses have on people living with heart failure compared to physician-led care? A literature review. Journal of Research in Nursing, 174498712094679. https://lnkd.in/ejEJZkk7 Royal College of Nursing. (2023, October 15). Advanced practice standards | royal college of nursing. The Royal College of Nursing. https://lnkd.in/ezHwHKUD

#Nurses can impact #healthpolicy! Check out these examples of ways nurses have changed the #healthcare delivery system. #nursesonlinkedin #healthcareonlinkedin

Happy Tuesday LinkedIn! Here are 10 Helpful Nursing Tips in post Acute Care - 1. Practice the Pause - When things are getting out of hand, pause. Take a breath...Then continue. You are more likely to make a mistake when you are flustered. 2. Coffee Grounds at the Nursing station can help neutralize odors without using chemicals! 3. Hard to find a residents vein? Try using a warm compress on the area to help locate smaller or "rolling" veins. 4. Easily Nauseated? dab peppermint oil or an alcohol swab in your mask or under you nose to stop it in its tracks. 5. Triple Glove - after cleaning up the initial mess you can remove the first set. You will then already be ready to dress the resident. The third set is to get the new linens on the bed. This will save you precious time which can also help preserve the resident's dignity. 6. Post It Notes in your pocket! Jot notes down when making rounds. Stick it to the computer screen for easy charting when you return to your station! 7. Give the "hovering" family a job - this will keep them busy and give them a sense of purpose while their loved one is receiving care. This can be, applying lotion, changing socks, making sure the residents water stays full etc. Simple yet effective. 8. When trying to monitor accurate breathing, let the resident know you are "just checking their pulse". This gives you a more accurate and organic breath count. 9. Soak Dobhoff tubes in Ice water before placement. This helps the tube slide straight down and reduces the gag reflex of the resident. 10. Don't forget to hit that FOLLOW button to keep up to date with current Interim and Perm role within the Post Acute communities! #Tobin #NationalBrand #Healthcare #eldercare #LNHA #RN #TravelNursing #ExecutiveDirector #LTC #LongTermCare #SNF #SkilledNursing #NFA #NHA #LPN #Nurse #Healthcarerecruiter #tuesdaytips Peg Tobin, RN Henry Smith Lisa Webert-Murphy Chris Tobin

Evaluating Real-World Implementation of INFORM (Improving Nursing Home Care through Feedback on Performance Data): An Improvement Initiative in Canadian Nursing Homes Background: INFORM (Improving Nursing Home Care through Feedback on Performance Data) was a research intervention that equipped nursing home managers with skills to conduct local improvement projects and supported them in improving performance through modifiable elements in their units. Prior reports have found positive and sustained outcomes from INFORM intervention. In this article, the authors report findings from a formative service evaluation of INFORM as modified for implementation in real-world settings. https://lnkd.in/edyK2VR3 #LTC #longtermcare #nursinghomes #cdnpoli

7 Keys Trends in Nursing you need to know As a nursing recruitment specialist in Melbourne, I’m thrilled to share my latest video highlighting seven key trends shaping the future of the Nursing profession. From the growing role of technology and telehealth to the increasing demand for geriatric specialists, these insights are vital for anyone in the nursing field. Whether you're a seasoned nurse or just starting your career, understanding these trends will help you stay ahead. Click to watch and discover how these changes can impact your career and patient care! Let’s embrace the future of nursing together! 💙👩⚕️👨⚕️ #NursingTrends #Healthcare #NursingCareer #Telehealth 

🥼 😷 The Nursing Revolution: Redefining Roles in a Changing Healthcare Landscape 😷 🥼 I believe nursing is on the brink of a significant evolution, with new opportunities emerging for RNs and RPNs as a result of Nurse Practitioners being able to bill the province. While this change creates new possibilities for NPs, it will also reshape the roles of other healthcare professionals. As NPs focus more on higher-level clinical responsibilities and billing for services, gaps will naturally appear in areas they traditionally managed, such as patient education, care coordination, and routine assessments. This creates a unique opportunity for RPNs and RNs to step into these spaces, expand their scope of practice, and take greater control of their careers. By leveraging their skills and seeking additional training or certifications, RNs and RPNs can position themselves to effectuvely fill these gaps. They can become the go-to professionals for personalized patient care, preventative health initiatives, and support services that are so important to the overall healthcare system. This shift not only enhances career prospects but also elevates the role of nursing as an indispensable layer in healthcare delivery. The future of nursing lies in adaptability and seizing these opportunities to redefine their traditional roles. This is a chance for RNs and RPNs to lead, innovate, and play a more integral part in today's dynamic healthcare environment. #NursingLeadership #HealthcareEvolution #CareerGrowth #NursePractitioners #FutureOfNursing #RNsAndRPNs #HealthcareInnovation #NursingOpportunities #PatientCare #ProfessionalGrowth

𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑰𝒎𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝒐𝒇 𝑫𝒊𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑰𝒏𝒄𝒍𝒖𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒊𝒏 𝑵𝒖𝒓𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒈 In today’s globalized world, healthcare environments must reflect the diversity of the populations they serve. This is especially true in nursing, where the ability to understand and connect with patients from diverse backgrounds can significantly impact the quality of care. Diversity and inclusion in nursing are... 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙪𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 👉 https://lnkd.in/gqM3gdTm #NurseDiversity #NurseOpportunities #1Nurse

I recently came across an article from the International Journal of Nursing Studies highlighting the critical role of nursing staff in patient outcomes during the Covid-19 pandemic. The research is not new and underscores the longstanding connection between adequate staffing levels and improved patient survival rates, emphasizing the ongoing challenges in providing optimal care to the sickest and most vulnerable individuals. The focus on retention, recruitment, and reimbursement in the nursing profession remains essential. However, attracting younger generations to this profession poses a significant challenge. Despite the hurdles, the need for passionate individuals to join and enrich our profession is more pressing than ever. #Nursing #PatientCare #Healthcare #Covid19 #NursingStaff #HealthcareProfession