VITAS Healthcare’s Post

please join us today for this exciting panel discussion on Black Men in Nursing!!!

Can this be any cooler for respiratory therapy!!!!!!!????? Episode 1 - Edi Mesa, being a patient with RT. Episode 2 - Dana Stauffer, MS, RRT-NPS Stauffer #RTLeader talking real life. #forreal Now episode 3, George Washington University RT & RN collaboration. I am not sure why you would listen to any other podcast. #HappyNursingWeek! #RTsandRNs #Happymarriage! #NursingWeek.

What is #RN Lori Zozzolotto doing to end discrimination and racism in nursing? She’s crushing stereotypes & inspiring others. Read her story in the latest issue of #RNJ: https://lnkd.in/gTFygCqJ Black Nurses Leading Change

For examples of what “going above and beyond” looks like, please keep reading… Robyn (our Nurse & Care Manager) is too humble to brag about what she does every day, so I’m going to do it for her and share a few examples (suggesting you read ‘til the end, the last one still gets me). Challenge 1: A client of ours was a fall-risk and discombobulated. We had to be there 50+ hours per week just to keep her safe. - The solution: Following Robyn’s recommendations, the doctors reevaluated medications and made the adjustments she suggested! - Today: The client is back to independence! It was the medications and the doctors agreed with Robyn! Our main caregiver is still there 20 hours per week just for some companionship and fun activities, but the client is SO much better! Challenge #2: An out-of-town family was extremely concerned about their dad since he was all alone and they couldn’t be with him yet so they hired us. - The solution: Robyn coached our team of caregivers to keep him safe and provide daily updates to the family including photos, notes & suggestions. Robyn even drove & joined him at doctor’s appointments to ask questions and report back to the family, and provided her own weekly reports & tips for the family. - Today, the client has graduated off our services, he finally got to move to be closer to his family, and the family is forever grateful. Challenge #3: A client was battling depression and could no longer maintain her once-beautiful backyard garden. - The solution: Robyn was off work one morning, and we agreed to meet at the client’s home that afternoon. When I arrived, Robyn was wearing jeans and a t-shirt, and holding a rake and trash bag. She had been there all morning clearing out the garden of weeds, and making the garden look wonderful again. The client was nearly in tears as she sat & watched Robyn begin to restore her garden it to its former beauty. - Today, the client’s depression has subsided (med adjustments helped!) and her garden hasn’t looked this great in years. I had to emphasize to the client’s family that yard work is not a “normal” task in the home care industry, it’s just that Robyn just can’t help herself sometimes LOL. To Robyn, and to all of the wonderful healthcare workers & caregivers who go above and beyond even when no one is looking, THANK YOU.

Check out the powerful impact of the short film "Racism In Nursing: The African American Nursing Experience." This 3-part series offers an in-depth historical account, present-day reflections, and a look at the future for African American nurses. It's a must-watch for anyone committed to understanding and combating racial bias in healthcare. Don't miss out on this enlightening series! #nurses #racisminnursing #blackangels https://lnkd.in/gJqfAAwA

In the month of May, The Nursing Beat sold out sponsorship in our daily digital #newsletter for #nurses. That surely wasn't the case two years ago and my advice to those building a media brand is: 👉 Forge connections, not transactions - Earning trust is key. Taking the time to build a relationship and gain mutual respect will carry you farther - a quick sell never works in the long run. 👉 Listen - It's easy to talk about yourself and what your organization can bring to the table, but the true value lies in understanding a company's challenges and offering solutions. 👉 Don't take 'no' personally - It might not be the right time, there might not be alignment in goals - But that can shift, so you have to consistently reassess your relationship with organizations to determine if there's a fit. As we enter Nurses Week on Monday, I am super proud of the organizations that we are partnering with at The Nursing Beat, who continue to serve as true allies in building a better future for #nursing. #nursesonlinkedin

Happy Nurse's Week 2024! I am so proud to be a 4th generation nurse that stands on the shoulders of countless legends. My promise to the nurses that have paved the path for my success so far has 2 parts: 1. I promise to be intentional and grateful. I commit to surround myself with people that share my passion & celebrate each other's contributions - Iron Sharpens Iron. I am ecstatic to work with a courageous and innovative team of Nurses that are mission driven to deliver a workforce reality enabling clinicians with flexibility and the compensation they desire while creating financial sustainability and reliability for healthcare organizations. 2. I promise to say the hard things that need to be said. For instance, as we dive headlong into a new age of disruption & innovation at warp speed: if you're a healthcare leader whose organization is partnering with "technology firms" that don't have a Nurse voice at their executive table, ask them how they develop strategic solutions that are meaningful to real clinical users in a rapidly evolving environment. Then, ask yourself how many hours you've spent teaching them why/how systems need to operate in order to deliver seamless user interfaces & experience. If you don't like the answers, come sit by me and lets talk.

Delaware Nurses and DNA members. We are looking for our next executive leaders to guide and grow our association, impact and legacy. I really think you should be a part of that. Check out the positions and message me if you have any questions! #nursingleadership #allnursesareleaders #advocacy #futureofnursing

Powerful is the word that comes to mind along with transformational nursing excellence when I share this post!

Reflection and Remembrance: Create opportunities for reflection and remembrance to honor nurses who have passed away or faced challenges in the line of duty. Holding memorial services or moments of silence allows for collective mourning and appreciation of nurses' sacrifices. International Nurses Week is a time to celebrate the invaluable contributions of nurses and express gratitude for their unwavering dedication to patient care. By organizing a diverse range of activities and events, hospitals and communities can show their appreciation for nurses' hard work, compassion, and commitment to excellence. From wellness workshops to volunteer projects to cultural celebrations, there are countless ways to honor and celebrate the remarkable individuals who serve as the backbone of healthcare. Together, let us recognize and uplift nurses, celebrating their resilience, compassion, and profound impact on the lives of others.   If this message has caught your eye, it’s because you, like many of us, hold our nurses in high regard. They are the unsung heroes of healthcare, and now is the perfect opportunity to express our collective appreciation.   Take a moment to honor a nurse who has touched your life. It only takes two minutes to share your story of a nurse’s impact, but the recognition will last much longer.   By participating, you’re not only acknowledging an individual nurse’s excellence but also contributing to a grander gesture of gratitude during International Nurses Week. We promise to craft a special tribute for each nurse mentioned, celebrating their commitment and compassion in a showcase of Stellar Nurses.   Join us in this heartfelt initiative—because every nurse deserves to be celebrated.   https://lnkd.in/ghs62Vmz   #nursesonlinkedin #nurseleadership #healthcare #nurseburnout #nursestress #nurses