Northwest Suburban College

JUNE 14, 2024

Their versatile skill set allows them to perform both clinical and administrative tasks, bridging the gap between direct patient care and efficient healthcare administration. Medical Assistants also play a significant role in preventive medicine, assisting with screenings, patient education, and follow-up care.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Follow-Up Appointments 52

Relias

MAY 16, 2025

Under HRRP, hospitals received financial penalties if their readmission rates exceeded the national average a move that drove greater attention to discharge protocols and transitional care. Still, the program laid essential groundwork by showing that care coordination and patient education could move the needle on readmissions.

Discharges 75

Discharges Acute Care Follow-Up Hospital 75

Minority Nurse

MARCH 15, 2023

My role includes staff training, patient education, regulatory compliance, evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and research. I also am consulted regarding evidence-based practice and care planning. Following my passion and having the support of mentors in finding my way was invaluable.

Certification 98

Certification Follow-Up Acute Care Patient Care 98

Guideway Care

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Transitional care management (TCM) plays a critical role in reducing hospital readmissions by ensuring patients receive proper care and support as they transition from the hospital to home. By focusing on follow-up care, medication management, and patient education, TCM addresses the primary factors leading to readmissions.

Discharges 52

Discharges Patient Satisfaction Follow-Up Transfers 52

Medical Advantage

MARCH 28, 2024

Patients have come to expect appointment reminders. Patient education : Through educational resources, patients can gain a better understanding of their health matters and treatment options, which can lead to more productive communication with healthcare providers.

Patient Satisfaction 52

Patient Satisfaction Appointments Communication Scheduling 52

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.

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

By incorporating care coordination practices such as risk assessment, care planning, care transitions, patient education, patient navigation, telehealth, and home visits, care coordination teams can bring in resources to help patients navigate health concerns that span physical, behavioral, and social risk factors and needs.

Care Plan 52

Care Plan Patient Satisfaction Acute Care Collaboration 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

Relias

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Or it could be caused by deviations in the process of care during the planning, implementation, or execution of a care plan, either intentional or unintentional. Patient safety reporting and learning systems Implementing a robust error-reporting system is critical for improvement.

Patient Safety 52

Patient Safety Discharges Communication Medication 52

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