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The Challenges of Being a Home Health Aide: Navigating the Path with Compassion and Resilience

We Care Online

HHAs may need to be flexible and adaptable to changes in their work environment, such as unexpected client needs or changes in care plans. Understanding and interpreting clients’ needs and preferences requires patience, empathy, and strong communication skills.

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The Role of Social Service Designees in Long-Term Care: Supporting Residents and Families

We Care Online

They typically work under the supervision of a licensed social worker, who oversees the care plans and interventions that help enhance the quality of life for residents. They listen to residents’ concerns, preferences, and needs, and work to ensure that these are communicated to the care team.

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How Texting Is a Lifeline for Health Access and Equity – Time to Address the TCPA is “Now”

Health Populi

Now in 2025, smartphones are ubiquitous, landlines more cut than connected, and texting is the way people communicate. But for many patients, caregivers, health plan members, and health citizens, whichever persona we are in our individual health care journeys at a point in time, the TCPA remains a barrier for people in the U.S.

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BBHR: Exceptional Care Plan Improvements

Connect Care Bytes Blog

Building a Better Health Record (BBHR) As part of our documentation quality improvement initiative , we promote practical ways for clinicians to provide clear and actionable communication at transitions of care.

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What Is Practical Nursing?

Prism Career Institute

Giving patient education: Teaching patients about their care plans, medications, and management for their conditions is another essential PN duty for continuation of care. Reporting: PNs communicate with physicians and care teams regarding patient status.

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BBHR: Exceptional Care Plan Optimizations

Connect Care Bytes Blog

Building a Better Health Record (BBHR) As part of our documentation quality improvement initiative , we promote practical ways for clinicians to provide clear and actionable communication at transitions of care.

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High-Demand Skills for Medical Trainees

Serenity Nurse Aide Academy

These essential skills provide a career advantage and are key to making a positive impact on patient care. One of the most vital skills is effective communication with patients. Whether pursuing a role in patient care or administration, clear and empathetic communication makes a difference.