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Yesterday I took and Successfully passed the national certification exam to offically hold the title of, "Certified Clinical Nurse Leader." Every hospital as well as outpatient clinics can benefit from the skills and resources that a CNL brings to an organization. I can't wait to someday use all of my previous experiences and education to serve in this type of role. What do CNL's do you ask? Here is a description from the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing. The Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL) is a specialized nursing role that focuses on improving patient care outcomes and coordinating care within interdisciplinary health care teams. Here are some key aspects of the CNL role: 1.Coordinating Patient Care: CNLs oversee care coordination for a specific group of patients. They work closely with other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless transitions and continuity of care. 2. Measuring Patient Outcomes: CNLs assess patient outcomes, evaluate the effectiveness of care plans, and identify areas for improvement. They use data and evidence-based practices to enhance patient care. 3. Risk Assessment: CNLs assess risks across groups of patients and develop or revise care plans accordingly. Their goal is to minimize risks and enhance patient safety 4. Research and Implementation: CNLs stay informed about the latest research and evidence in nursing practice. They implement new policies and practices within their clinical setting to improve patient care 5. Communication and Collaboration: CNLs serve as lateral integrators of care, bridging communication channels between different healthcare teams. They actively collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other professionals to optimize patient outcomes. 6. Quality Standards: CNLs ensure that quality standards are met in patient care. They actively participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the overall excellence of nursing practice. Overall, the CNL role combines clinical competence, leadership, and a commitment to improving patient care outcomes. Earning CNL certification demonstrates a nurse’s dedication to professional development and excellence in nursing practic https://lnkd.in/gRqf2bYx

I updated Cabinet this morning on the progress made on reducing hospital waiting times in 2023. There have been some significant achievements, which I'll try to capture briefly below. Credit to our Waiting List Taskforce, as well as the doctors, nurses, health and social care professionals, managers and support staff who worked so hard to achieve this. While we still have much to do, and our waiting times remain too long, we are making very clear progress and will do so again in 2024. These improvements were also made in spite of an unprecedented increase in referrals on to hospital waiting lists, with referrals up 12% (c.188,000) compared to 2022 and almost 23% (c. 322,000) higher than in 2019 Bernard Gloster Department of Health - Ireland Irish Association Advanced Nurse Midwife Practitioners ICGP Royal College of Physicians of Ireland Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) ➡ There are now 57,000 fewer patients waiting longer than the agreed 10/12 week Slaintecare targets ➡ The number of patients waiting longer than 1 year fell by 32% (54,000) ➡ Average wait times for outpatients dropped from 9.7 months to 7.5 months ➡ 2023 was the second year in a row that waiting lists fell ➡ Our health service treated 177,000 more patients (scheduled care) in 2023 v 2022

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Our latest blog post sheds light on the #nursing professions’ pursuit of #patientsafety and underscores the need for continued support and recognition of their efforts. Keep reading to learn more about this important topic. https://bit.ly/3Pz7Z5S

🚀 Advance Your Nursing Career: Proven Strategies for Success Nursing is the heartbeat of healthcare, directing patient care, collaborating with teams, and responding to emergencies. In the competitive world of nursing, advancing your career is paramount. Ready to transform your journey? Let's explore strategies to empower you as an exceptional nurse: ✦ Specialize in Excellence Choose a niche like paediatrics, emergency care, or surgery. Specialization sharpens your expertise and marketability. Certification programs and training help you master your chosen field. ✦ Embrace Higher Education Pursue a master's or doctorate to open new doors. Advanced education polishes critical thinking, research, and leadership skills essential in nursing. ✦ Forge Valuable Connections Network with peers at nursing conferences and affiliations. Connecting with professionals in your domain fosters growth and keeps you aligned with trends. ✦ Cultivate Leadership Aptitude Strong leadership guides teams, patient care, and innovation. Management courses and embracing roles in your unit nurture this skill set. ✦ Embrace Evolving Trends Stay informed through education, research, and reading journals. Being in sync with industry shifts positions you as a forward-thinking nurse. Conclusion: Aspire, Achieve, Empower Nursing's journey is filled with challenges and victories. Elevate your career with dedication and proven strategies. Ready to take the next step? Join us at Nolea Health for unlimited opportunities. #NurseSuccess #ElevateHealthcare #NoleaHealthJourney

👩⚕️👨⚕️ Bridging Healthcare: APRNs and PAs in Patient Wellbeing 🤝 In the realm of healthcare, Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) and Physician Assistants (PAs) stand as pillars of patient-centered care. While they have distinct roles, both play a vital role in safeguarding the health and happiness of those they serve. 👩⚕️ APRNs bring specialized expertise through their advanced education and training. They include Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Nurse Anesthetists, and Nurse Midwives. APRNs excel in delivering holistic care, focusing on prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. 👨⚕️ PAs, on the other hand, are medical professionals who collaborate closely with physicians and other healthcare providers. With a strong foundation in general medicine, they contribute by conducting physical exams, diagnosing illnesses, and devising treatment plans. Both APRNs and PAs share an unwavering commitment to patient wellbeing. Their combined efforts enhance access to quality healthcare, especially in underserved areas. Their collaboration fuels a comprehensive and well-rounded approach to medical care, ensuring patients receive personalized attention and tailored solutions. Let's salute the dedication of APRNs and PAs, as they continue to make a positive impact on healthcare delivery. 🌟🏥 #APRNs #PhysicianAssistants #PatientWellbeing

🏥 Calling all nurses! 🏥 As we continue to navigate these challenging times in healthcare, it's crucial for all of us to work together as a team to provide the best possible care for our patients. Let's strive to create a culture of accountability and proactivity in our hospital ward. Let's banish phrases like "It's not my job" or "I thought it would be done" from our vocabulary. Instead, let's support each other, communicate effectively, and take ownership of every task at hand. When we work hard and work together, we can ensure that nothing falls through the cracks and our patients receive the top-notch care they deserve. Remember, every action we take has an impact on the well-being of our patients. Let's all do our part and go the extra mile to make a difference. Together, let's uphold the highest standards of patient care and professionalism. Tag a fellow nurse and let's spread the message of teamwork and dedication in our ward! 💪 #Teamwork #PatientCare #NursingExcellence #HealthcareHeroes #VloggerNurse

bit.ly/Apply-For-This-Job Job title: RN Trauma Ortho Part Time Nights Moses Cone Company: Cone Health Job description: Overview: Assesses, plans, implements, documents, organizes prioritize, delegates, supervises and coordinates the care of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric as prescribed within parameters of the NC Nurse Practice Act.Talent Pool:Nursing Responsibilities:Provides nursing care via the nursing process for the development, implementation and evaluation of nursing care. Collects and analyzes patient/significant other data. Completes an admission database and ongoing assessment to include collaboration with patients, significant others and other health care providers. Implements a plan of care for each patient (utilizing clinical pathways where applicable) and individualizes to meet the age specific needs of patients/significant others. Identifies variances and makes adjustments in the plan of care based on evaluation of the plan and effectiveness of nursing interventions. Documents and updates the plan of care, nursing care, nursing interventions and patient response to care, and keeps healthcare team, patients and significant other informed. Contributes to the discharge plan by identifying homecare needs. Recognizes changes in patients’ conditions and revises the plan of care appropriately. Demonstrates advanced competencies and critical thinking skills in day to day practice. Identifies and implements educational needs for patients/significant others. Establishes a caring and therapeutic nurse/healthcare team/patient/significant other relationships. Recognizes communication barriers, identifies resources and establishes plans to resolve barriers to communication. Demonstrates respect for diversity and cultural differences in patient/significant others related to age, ethnicity, gender, religion, socioeconomics, education, personality, or other unique variable. Formulate individualized plans to address individual needs related to diversity, cultural difference or other unique variables. Advocates for the patient/significant other. Demonstrates skillful responses to customer needs based on particular context of the situation. Supports an environment of evidence based practice/research/quality improvement. Demonstrates knowledge of Shared Governance accountabilities and principles, supports department shared governance council directly as a council member or indirectly by keeping informed of council activities/supporting council decisions, brings forth issues to council. Demonstrates knowledge of how to access online resources containing policies, procedures, standards, and additional resources. Participates in QI/EBP/Research activities to support departmental goals and initiatives. Demonstrates understanding of resource man #jobs #recruitment #work

#hiring *Staff RN - Hospital Y1 (Mother Baby)*, Los Angeles, *United States*, $70/hr, fulltime #jobs #jobseekers #careers $70/hr #LosAngelesjobs #Californiajobs #HealthcareMedical *Apply*: https://lnkd.in/g5bYNZe2 Job Summary:As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Responsibilities: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: Leadership: Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities, and applicable state, federal and local laws.Serves as a leader of the health care team; delegates tasks appropriately, and demonstrates appropriate accountability.Understands own and team members scope of practice and escalates issues as appropriate.Demonstrates professional, supportive behavior.Champions new ideas.Leads and directs others through the change process.Utilizes communication strategies including chain of command and issue escalation, which result in intended outcomes.Participates in problem identification and resolution.Mentors, orients, and coaches others in unit specific operations and patient care activitiesShares responsibility and authority with subordinates and holds him/her accountable for performance.Demonstrates ability to problem solve with other departments in order to assist member problem resolution.Prioritizes, delegates, and supervises work assignments appropriately to ensure completion of patient care activities.Complies with regulatory requirements, policies, procedures, and standards of practice. Nursing Process: Develops and/or contributes to the individualized plan of care that reflects assessment, planning, implementing, and evaluating the outcomes of that plan.Ensures plan shows multidisciplinary planning, consultation, and education.Ensures plan is reflective of admission or outpatient database, on-going findings, age appropriate care, cultural specific needs, and appropriate acuity.Ensures plan is discussed with patient, family/significant others, and completed in a timely manner.Monitors the patients progress based on the plan.Revises plan on ongoing basis based on patient condition and evaluation of progress.Ensures care meets standards of practice.Ensures effective development and completion of discharge plan including discharge barriers and patient/family education. Ensures that patient clearly understands discharge instructions. In outpatient, identify