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Case Worker Burnout = Turnover

Famcare

The paperwork required for patient safety, privacy, accountability, and continuity has grown algebraically alongside documentation to secure funding. Social service professionals are particularly susceptible because of the high levels of empathy required by their jobs.

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15 Behavioral Interview Questions for Nurses

Relias

What did you say to the patient? Compassion and empathy While nurses are known for having compassion and empathy, some candidates might lack these characteristics. The following sample nursing interview questions might shed light on how well a candidate perceives the feelings of patients and colleagues.

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Extended Nurse Work Hours and Patient Safety: Effects and Solutions

Relias

But the effect of long nurse work hours on patient safety is an area of concern. Despite the perks of a 12-hour workday, the impacts of 12-hour vs. eight-hour nursing shifts on patient outcomes can be significant. Many concerns with 12-hour shifts are tied to nurse overtime and patient safety.

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Be Prepared for Dobbs Decision Impact on Maternal Mortality

Relias

Healthcare providers must deliver the highest quality of care within their legal ability do so, but alternative protocols and courses of action may need to be developed quickly to ensure patient safety. In addition, community organizations, termed “ safety net providers ,” can help support patients who need assistance.

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Values-based practice - Using the book, He Died Waiting, as a learning tool

Learning Social Worker

The book, He Died Waiting: Learning the lessons - a bereaved mother's view of mental health services by Caroline Aldridge (2020), and the postcards with quotes from it, can be used in many ways to help students and practitioners to develop reflexiveness, empathy, and values-based practice. NMC code- 3.4 (act The situation is not hopeless.

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Microlearning in Healthcare Training: Enhancing Skills and Empowering Professionals

Relias

Incorporating microlearning in healthcare training offers a flexible, engaging, and efficient way to provide ongoing education to your staff and ensure they are always ready to provide top-notch care.