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🏥 Strategies to Leverage APPs in Emergency Medicine (on-demand) Join our previously recorded panel discussion brought to you in partnership with American Academy Of Emergency Nurse Practitioner. We discussed strategies and best practices to achieve your emergency medicine goals by leveraging APPs more efficiently. WATCH NOW>> https://hubs.la/Q02qr8fZ0 #ThriveAP #EmergencyMedicine #AAENP #webinar

📊 A recent study from the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society (JAGS) highlights a major gap in medical director presence in nursing homes—over a third (36.1%) of U.S. skilled nursing facilities reported no medical director presence in Q1 2023. While there is a wide range of presence and engagement from Medical Directors, it points to a worsening challenge with proactive and engaged physician leadership. At First Docs, we recognize the critical role medical directors play in elevating the quality of post-acute care. With our proactive approach and dedicated internal medicine teams, we help nursing homes not only meet but exceed regulatory standards—ensuring consistent oversight and improved clinical outcomes. It’s not just about meeting the minimums; it’s about driving meaningful change. Stay tuned for more on how we’re addressing this industry-wide issue! #HealthcareLeadership #PostAcuteCare #QualityImprovement #SNF

The U.S. will face a shortage of up to 86,000 physicians by 2036. Primary care and family medicine are already experiencing the impact of this shortage as fewer physicians are going into primary care. At the same time, the U.S. population is increasing and growing older as people continue to live longer. Between 2013-2019, health care visits delivered by nurse practitioners and physician assistants in a year increased from 14.0% to 25.6%, according to an analysis from Harvard Medical School researchers. Nurse practitioners and physician assistants now account for a quarter of health care visits! And with full practice authority, more Pennsylvania patients would be able to access high-quality NP care. #NursePractitioners #CareForPA #FullPracticeAuthority #HealthcareAccess #PatientCare #AccessToCare #AdvancedPracticeProviders

🏥 Strategies to Leverage APPs in Emergency Medicine (on-demand) Join our previously recorded panel discussion brought to you in partnership with American Academy Of Emergency Nurse Practitioner. We discussed strategies and best practices to achieve your emergency medicine goals by leveraging APPs more efficiently. Kick-off 2024 on the right path... WATCH NOW>> https://hubs.la/Q02dQ25Q0 --- 🏥 #ThriveAP #EmergencyMedicine #AAENP #webinar

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Meet Jo, a #TeamCHS Clinical Nurse Consultant on the Acute Medicine Unit. She shared with us intricacies of our patient discharge process. ‘From the very moment a patient is admitted, our discharge planning kicks in. While our goal is to have patients return to their comforting home environment, their safety remains our top priority. This isn’t just a one-day effort – we reassess and plan every single day.’ Patient involvement is key to a smooth discharge. ‘We keep patients informed about their plans. If discharge is possible, we discuss their needs and organise pharmacy, follow-ups, and more. Our aim is to have patients safely on their way home before 10AM.’ Jo also explained ‘criteria lead discharge.’ ‘I This is our way of staying a step ahead. Identifying patients who, come morning, are ready to leave without further medical evaluations. With all set, some can set off as early as 7AM’ Coordinating across departments is crucial. ‘We ensure timely flow and communication, advocating quality and safety of discharge planning from day one,’ Jo added. Finally, Jo's advice for efficient discharge? ‘Build genuine connections with patients. Maintain open channels of communication. It's our holistic approach to care that truly makes a difference.’ #SafeDischarge #PatientSupport #HospitalJourney

What are the risks of poor collaboration? A recent California case resulting in serious penalties for a physician and nurse practitioner shows us what can happen when the proper safeguards don't exist in healthcare collaborations. Much more than a financial arrangement or contractual agreement, healthcare collaboration is meant to foster a mutually beneficial relationship built on effective communication, oversight, quality care, and compliance. Dive into the details with us at the Zivian blog! #zivianhealth #healthcarelaw #healthcareregulations #physicianleadership #nursepractitioner #healthcareinnovation California Association for Nurse Practitioners | California Board of Registered Nursing | California Nurses Association | California Nurses Educational Institute | Modern Healthcare | The Nurse Practitioner Journal | American Association of Nurse Practitioners

Great post Pennsylvania Coalition of Nurse Practitioners . NPs are already carrying the responsibility (as we know POCN ) for patient care and prescribing. The legislative progress of Senate Bill 458 in Oklahoma, which aims to grant full practice authority to NPs, will allow them to prescribe drugs without a doctor's supervision. Oklahoma's advancements are a great example for Pennsylvania's current restrictions on NPs’ scope of practice and calls for action to achieve full practice authority in Pennsylvania. • Legislation in Oklahoma is on the verge of empowering nurse practitioners with full practice authority, enhancing healthcare accessibility. • Healthcare disparities between states like Oklahoma and Pennsylvania spotlight the need for uniform practice authority laws for nurse practitioners. • Advocacy efforts are crucial in pushing for legislative changes that expand nurse practitioners' roles, addressing healthcare workforce gaps. #NPslead

The data speaks volumes: with 1,398 million emergency room visits nationwide and 400 million of those related to injuries, the need for skilled nursing professionals has never been more critical. Understanding these statistics is essential for future nurses who will play a vital role in patient care and prevention. Stay informed and take the first step towards making a difference in healthcare. Explore our nursing program today to learn how you can contribute to your community's well-being. National Hospital Ambulatory Medical Care Survey: 2021 National Summary Tables, table 1, 3, 15, 23 [PDF – 830 KB]