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'Those people aren’t smart enough to be trusted...' Last year, at a gathering of fellow nurses, someone directed that statement at me. We were convened to learn how to educate and empower Ohio nurses in shaping state policy and legislation. Amid discussions on tackling the staffing crisis, I delved into the role and potential of Medication Aides (MA-Cs) in Ohio's acute care facilities. A bit of context: In 2006, non-nurses were authorized to administer certain medications in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and residential care facilities. What began as a pilot program soon expanded statewide by 2009. Yet, since then, progress in reevaluating and expanding the scope of medication aides has stagnated. All that said, the current staffing shortage is much more nuanced than numbers. Its complexities cannot be solved with such a narrow solution. Still, I proposed exploring tangible, quick-turnaround solutions to gauge their impact on acute care. After presenting this idea, I was pulled aside and told “It’s a great idea but won’t work. Those people aren’t smart enough to be trusted with our patients.” Do we assess patients' value based on age or their care setting? This incident showed me we still have a long ways to go in nursing. It shed light on a prevailing mindset for some nurses—a mindset entrenched in outdated paradigms, viewing the world through cracked lenses and taped bridges, desperately clinging to keep them together. It’s time for a new prescription. #nursesonlinkedin #nurseleadership #paradigmshift #nursestaffing #localgovernment #empoweringpeople #solutionfocused American Nurses Association American Organization for Nursing Leadership ANA-OHIO National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) Ohio Board of Nursing National League for Nursing American Academy of Nursing National Center for Assisted Living National Association of Long Term Care Administrator Boards

🏛️ Advocating for Nursing Funding in 2025! The Nursing Community Coalition, including AONL, has submitted testimony to the Senate and House Appropriations Subcommittees advocating for at least $530 million for Title VIII Nursing Workforce Development and $210 million for the National Institute of Nursing Research. This funding is crucial to address the growing demand for nurses, mitigate burnout, and enhance nursing education capacity. Learn more about this important initiative: https://lnkd.in/gaZthixe #NursingFunding #HealthCareAdvocacy #NursingLeadership

DEI = Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Of those three words, oddly, "Diversity" may be the least important of three important words. While Diversity is a reality to build, Equity is part of the hard work that makes it happen, and Inclusion is both a result and the maintenance of a diversified team. Belonging and Justice, two more initials you can find in association with DEI, stem from there. Association of California Nurse Leaders (ACNL) has released it's August DEI Committee Newsletter - check it out for a focus on the field of Community Health Nursing. #CommunityHealthNursing #NursingIsSTEM #NureLeaders

The recent CMS Staffing Mandate has highlighted a critical issue in our aging care sector: a severe workforce shortage. As LeadingAge Maryland points out, the state would need 206 additional full-time registered nurses, and more than 1,897 full-time nursing assistants to comply – professionals who simply aren't available in the current job market. While well-intentioned, top-down mandates can't solve a problem of this magnitude. We need creative, community-driven solutions to grow and sustain our direct care workforce. This shortage isn't unique to Maryland. It's a national crisis that demands innovative, multi-faceted solutions: ↳ Enhancing education and training programs to attract new talent ↳ Improving compensation and benefits to retain existing caregivers ↳ Leveraging technology to support and augment human care ↳ Creating clear career pathways to make caregiving a desirable long-term profession ↳ Addressing burnout and mental health concerns in the industry While we can't solve the pressing workforce issues in aging care alone, we're deeply inspired by the leaders paving the way, tackling our workforce challenges from multiple angles. Some are spearheading new and inventive training for caregivers, nurses, and medical students, while others are pioneering innovative ways to grow (and fairly compensate) our direct care workforce. These leaders are lighting the path toward a more sustainable future in aging care and we'd like to recognize them here: 📣 Amy Leigh Overton-Mccoy and her team at UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. 📣 Kelly Aldrich DNP, RN, NI-BC, FHIMSS, FAAN, Kanah Lewallen, Jennifer Kim and colleagues at Vanderbilt University School of Nursing. 📣 Jaime Hannans and team at California State University Channel Islands. 📣 Sean Kelly, Kari Olson, and the Front Porch Communities & Services team. 📣 Marvell Adams Jr., Chance Browning, and Caregiver Action Network. 📣 Susan DeMarois and the California Department of Aging's #CalGROWS initiative. 📣 Plus our own Carrie Cusker MS, BSN, RN and Tonia Nguyen, OTD, OTR/L for their dedicated work alongside our mighty Embodied Labs® team. We call for the continued collaboration needed to build a robust, resilient, well-compensated workforce that can provide quality care for our aging population. Together, we can create a future of healthy aging for all.

This is a very touching principle in EOL in Critical Care 

The major shortage of nurses in hospitals across New York State is a major concern. We’ve made it our mission to uncover — and address — the reasons why. We’ve just launched our brand-new report with the Center for Health Workforce Studies on New York’s nursing shortage, exposing the major factors contributing to the shortage and the best strategies to address them. Through this research, we’ve confirmed one crucial fact: there is no single “silver bullet” to improving RN recruitment and retention. From education to workplace culture, we need to increase support for every facet of the nursing experience. That’s how we shape better outcomes for these indispensable #healthcare heroes. Read more about the report: https://lnkd.in/e8XZdeRs

“The invisibility of nursing work, the inability to put a value on it ... is not in line with how any other kind of professional service would operate.” The lack of understanding of the nurse role continues to plague systems, especially in ambulatory areas. Outpatient acuity, prioritization, and triage do not translate well, and the first place organizations feel the fat should be trimmed is at the nursing level. Perception is rarely fact, and organizations are not as profitable because we are not pushing nursing as a billable service. Nurses are licensed care providers who provide their own independent care modalities, otherwise, why even require they have a license to practice in the first place. https://lnkd.in/e2W6kXUy

Ever wondered what exactly 'skilled nursing services' are? At TRU Healthcare, we're here to demystify and deliver these essential services right where you need them most – in the comfort of your own home. 🏡✨ Skilled nursing services encompass a range of specialized care provided by our compassionate team of registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs). You can be confident in receiving top-tier medical care without having to leave your home. 💜👩 Our in-home skilled nursing care includes: 💊 Medication Management: Precise adherence to your treatment plans. 💓 Chronic Illness Support: Acute symptom management and preventive education. 🩹 Wound Care: Expert wound assessment and dressing changes. 🤕 Pain Management: Effective interventions for improved comfort. 💜 Ostomy Care: Comprehensive education and appliance management. 🧠 Alzheimer’s/Dementia Care: Specialized, compassionate care plans. 💪 Lymphedema Management: Therapeutic strategies for mobility enhancement. In every interaction, TRU Healthcare carries a single promise: to provide compassionate care that not only meets but exceeds the needs of those we serve. If you or a loved one requires compassionate, skilled nursing care at home, remember that TRU Healthcare is here to help – bringing professional, empathetic support into the homes and hearts of those needing it. 💙 https://loom.ly/074JwkM #TRUHealthcare #SkilledNursing #HomeHealthCare #CaringCompassion

This 4-minute listen discussed the nursing shortage at nursing homes, and the impacts. Complex patients who need long-term care are struggling to find care in skilled nursing facilities. #seniorcare #longtermcare #ltcnursing