Health disparities are differences in health outcomes that exist between different people. We can see these disparities in access to healthcare, quality of care, and overall health outcomes. Nurses play an essential role in addressing these disparities. They can help to reduce the gap between those with access to quality healthcare and those without by providing patient-centered care and advocating … Read More
The Importance of Emotional Intelligence in Nursing: Building Stronger Connections with Patients
As a nurse, your ability to understand and manage your emotions and those of your patients and colleagues can significantly impact the quality of care you provide. This is where emotional intelligence comes into play. Emotional intelligence refers to an individual’s ability to recognize, understand, and manage their own emotions, as well as the emotions of others. In nursing, emotional … Read More
Pioneering Compassionate Care with Advanced Technology
At Actriv, we are revolutionizing the healthcare industry with a compassionate approach. Consequently, leveraging advanced technology to empower healthcare professionals to pursue their passion, matching them with shifts that harmonize with their lifestyles. As a result, our commitment extends to healthcare facilities. Ensuring they always have on-demand shift coverage to provide exceptional patient care. As a healthcare technology company, we … Read More
Ethics in Healthcare: Nurse’s Response
As a nurse, I comprehend the significance of ethics in healthcare. Our job mandates us to make tough decisions on a daily basis. We must be able to think critically and act with integrity when we encounter ethical predicaments. In this blog post, I will delve into some of the typical ethical dilemmas that nurses encounter and how we can … Read More
How Nurses Can Improve Health Literacy
Nurses play an integral role in the health of their patients. As the first line of defense, nurses are tasked with providing care to those in need and educating them on how to manage their health and wellness. Health literacy is an integral part of this education, as it allows patients to understand their own healthcare decisions and take control … Read More
New Challenges in Nursing: Tips to Excel
Nursing is a challenging profession that is always evolving. As a nurse, you are constantly faced with new challenges, whether keeping up with the latest medical advances, dealing with staffing shortages, or managing stress and burnout. This blog post will look at some of the most significant challenges nurses face today and offer tips on how to excel despite them. … Read More
Short-Staffing.
Is your healthcare facility struggling with finding the correct number of staff to maintain patient care? You’re not alone. Because of the nursing shortage, many hospitals and other medical facilities find it challenging to maintain optimal staffing levels. In this blog post, we’ll define short staffing, explore the reasons behind the shortage, discuss the impact of short-staffed shifts on patients … Read More
Healthcare Workforce and Mental Health Challenges Among Top Patient Safety Concerns
This Patient Safety Awareness Week is calling attention to some of the biggest healthcare worker concerns. The week is led by the Institute for Healthcare Improvement, a non-profit organization that aims to promote safe care within the US healthcare system. In conjunction with Patient Safety Awareness Week, ECRI also recently released their annual list of patient safety concerns. While the … Read More