Practice Index

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

MDT success in practice Patient feedback and involvement After implementing an MDT to manage a group of patients with complex cardiovascular conditions, a GP practice actively sought patient feedback through surveys and focus groups. The result was improved coordination, reduced delays in decision-making and enhanced efficiency.

Communication 52

Communication Collaboration Best Practices Patient Education 52

Medical Advantage

APRIL 4, 2024

In recent years, virtual care has been gaining popularity among both patients and providers, and for good reasons. This broad category encompasses telehealth, telemedicine, and various digital healthcare solutions, aiming to create a seamless, comprehensive digital care plan for patients.

HIPAA 40

HIPAA Follow-Up Best Practices Communication 40

Relias

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

What is care coordination? Coordination of care is the process of organizing and integrating health care services for patients across care settings and providers. It can help reduce unnecessary hospitalizations, readmissions, and ED visits and improve patient outcomes, satisfaction, and safety.

Care Plan 52

Care Plan Patient Satisfaction Acute Care Collaboration 52

Relias

OCTOBER 10, 2023

A heightened awareness empowers nurses to more readily identify conflicting medications or surgical risks that could put a patient in jeopardy. How can nurses promote and advance patient safety? Afraid to speak up, employees may hesitate to disclose a mistake, directly jeopardizing patient safety.

Patient Safety 52

Patient Safety Discharges Communication Medication 52

Minority Nurse

MAY 11, 2023

It ’ s different when I ’ m on one side of the bed rails taking care of a patient, but when I ’ m on the other side, and it ’ s my loved one in the bed, it ’ s a vulnerable place to be in. It ’ s patient education, using different platforms, like on television with NBC, on a podcast, through Nurse.org, or blogs.

Hospital 98

Hospital Certification Patient Care Follow-Up 98

Northwest Suburban College

JUNE 28, 2024

Beyond their clinical and administrative duties, Medical Assistants are essential in creating a supportive and informative environment for patients, thereby playing a vital role in the prevention of chronic illness, healthcare cost reduction, and overall health promotion.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Patient Care Medication Listening Skills 52

Guideway Care

JANUARY 14, 2025

Oncology nurses in outpatient clinics also take on diverse responsibilities, including treatment administration, patient education, and navigation through the healthcare system. They play a critical role in helping patients understand their treatment options, manage side effects, and adhere to their care plans.

Certification 52

Certification Hospice Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration 52