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How to Choose the Right Nursing Specialty for Your Career. Choosing the right nursing specialty is crucial to shaping your healthcare career. The choice can be overwhelming with a vast array of options available, from pediatrics to geriatrics, critical care to public health. Here are some key factors to help you choose the right specialty for your personal and professional growth. Assess Your Interests and [...] The post How to Choose the Right Nursing Specialty for Your Career appeared first on Bluebird Staffing. https://nsl.ink/e1t7

Nursing Connection Our Journey of Excellence Department of Nursing Newsletter Volume 5 | Issue 1 Professional Reflections Promoting the Power of Holistic, Integrative Care I started working in the Pediatric Endocrinology Department at NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital in October 2019, right before the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Six months prior to lockdown, my father was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and at the height of the first wave in early April, he passed away. I was not the only person to experience tragedy during that time, and like many others I was confused, angry, and heartbroken. In a state of shock and grief just days after my father’s death, I volunteered to work in our Adult Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Staffing was stretched beyond all reasonable limits in the hospital and the pediatric unit was shuttered to accommodate the overwhelming influx of adult cases. I spent two weeks in isolation away from my husband Adam and our one-year-old daughter Eleanor. I returned to my nurse practitioner role shortly after, but the complicated feelings from that time left a lasting impact on my perspective and approach. As I reflect on the emotional intensity of the past four years, I know that many people can empathize. I don’t think humanity has begun to comprehend the devastating impact and aftermath that COVID has had and continues to have on our physical, spiritual, and mental well-being. Statistics are harder to conceal, with a striking increase in immune-mediated, chronic, and mental health conditions. I have seen this firsthand in our adolescent population with an exponential rise in depression, disordered eating, metabolic syndrome, and diabetes. As I sought care to tend to my personal feelings of loss, I enrolled in a six-week, virtual grief group. This type of therapy was unlike anything that I had experienced in the past as it incorporated yoga, meditation, journaling, and group reflection. It opened my eyes to the complexities of loss, childhood trauma, emotional dysregulation, and adapting to change. Much like the loss of a loved one, I started to identify similar feelings in my patients with chronic illness. Loss and grief extend beyond death. Witnessing these non-linear stages of denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance in patients and families confronting a new diagnosis of diabetes inspired me to ease the burden of this transition and ultimately offer a more comprehensive approach to care. I was accepted into the nursing research fellowship program at NYP with the goal of developing an integrative, mindfulness practice for patients with diabetes. I am optimistic about the power of holistic, integrative care and aim to foster sustainable behavior change and cultivate greater awareness and empathy for the lived experiences of young patients and their families adapting to their new normal.

A two-month-old patient suffering from Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) and pneumonia was admitted to the PICU and began receiving critical care medications, but continued to decline and urgently needed vasopressors. The pediatric intensivist attempted both femoral and internal jugular access without success. Recognizing that this was a crucial period for the infant’s survival, the pediatric intensivist called the Vascular Wellness clinician to assist... Continue reading this Nurse Clinicians in Action story, PICU Patient Needs Additional Vascular Access: https://lnkd.in/e728A-Wv #RSV #respiratoryillness #viralinfection #vascularaccess #PICU #infant #internaljugular #emergencydept #icu #pediatrics #lifesaving #medicalemergency #emergencyprocedure #criticalcare #nurselife #nursesonlinkedin #nursesoffacebook #wellnesswednesday

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#hiring Registered Nurse - Infusion-Oncology Pediatrics - Per Diem - Sunset, Los Angeles, United States, $88/hr, fulltime #opentowork #jobs #jobseekers #careers $88/hr #LosAngelesjobs #Californiajobs #HealthcareMedical Apply: https://lnkd.in/e8H9cAD9 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 pati

🌟 Continuing Education in Nursing: How to Stay Current and Enhance Your Career 🌟 Are you a nurse looking to take your career to the next level? In the ever-evolving field of healthcare, staying current with the latest advancements is crucial. Continuing education not only enhances your knowledge but also opens up new opportunities for growth and development. 🏥💡 One effective way to stay current is by pursuing advanced certifications in specialized areas such as critical care, pediatrics, or oncology. These certifications not only showcase your expertise but also demonstrate your commitment to providing the best possible care for your patients. 💪🩺 Networking with other healthcare professionals is another valuable aspect of continuing education. Engaging with peers allows you to exchange ideas, share best practices, and build a supportive community that can help you navigate challenges in your career. Remember, we are stronger together! 👩⚕️🤝 So, how do you prioritize continuing education in your nursing career? What are some resources or strategies that have helped you stay current in this fast-paced industry? Share your thoughts below! Let's inspire each other to keep growing and evolving as healthcare professionals.

#hiring Level II Staff RN - Clinic - Pediatrics - Full Time, Los Angeles, United States, $70/hr, fulltime #jobs #jobseekers #careers $70/hr #LosAngelesjobs #Californiajobs #HealthcareMedical Apply: https://lnkd.in/ga7RHpg6 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 instructio

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#Pediatrics is a profession that is fast becoming obsolete. #PrivateEquity replaces doctors in lower reimbursing fields, like pediatrics, with nurse practioners and physician assistants. Example where pediatricians were fired and replaced: https://lnkd.in/eQV4qeg6 This is even true in non-profit children’s hospitals. Across specialties this is true as those who see #healthcare via balance sheets will cut costs aggressively and labor or salaries is always the top line item on operating expenses. https://lnkd.in/emS4Zhzj A nation that does not value #children or #childhealth will drive child health specialists out of job and out of business. People get shocked when I state it that starkly, but all you have to do is look at reimbursements and budgets to see what we value in this country. Those who own healthcare facilities are just following the numbers and doing the math. The fiscal “logic” behind replacing doctors became clear to me in my #MBA and with the rise of AI to lower labor costs and replace jobs ranging from lawyers to consultants to doctors. It is the same way that everything you buy now is made in China and “made in the U.S.A.” is rare. Across all industries cost of production is lowered to increase margins and increase executive pay and bonuses. #Burnout in all clinician types keeps worsening. Once healthcare workers are devalued and seen the same as “fast fashion” from Zara or Target (fast and easy to replace), then executives can worsen working conditions further as burnout and attrition are lesser concerns. When human workers are seen as a “cheap replacement”, that not only changes their value but drives poor working conditions. If current trends continue, we will end up with a two-tiered model where in future there will be a handful of doctors and even fewer pediatricians, who work outside of hospitals or private owned equity clinics. Most patients who are on insurance will be seen by those who are cheapest to employ, with 2-4 years of education or training, with most decisions made by #AI, not by the human healthcare worker. Doctors who remain in practice will be independent, operate outside insurance, in the model that existed in the early part of the 20th century. Already in the U.S., any healthcare is treated as “a privilege”, not a right. Seeing a doctor at all is fast becoming the same (a privilege) in the business of healthcare. A few wealthy or elite families will still want board certified pediatricians and child specialists for their children. The rest of America’s children will get algorithms and AI trained for adults then applied to children. I’d love to be wrong on this. Unless trends and reimbursements change, those who own and run healthcare will follow the money and will maximize margins.

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