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Great post Pennsylvania Coalition of Nurse Practitioners . NPs are already carrying the responsibility (as we know POCN ) for patient care and prescribing. The legislative progress of Senate Bill 458 in Oklahoma, which aims to grant full practice authority to NPs, will allow them to prescribe drugs without a doctor's supervision. Oklahoma's advancements are a great example for Pennsylvania's current restrictions on NPs’ scope of practice and calls for action to achieve full practice authority in Pennsylvania. • Legislation in Oklahoma is on the verge of empowering nurse practitioners with full practice authority, enhancing healthcare accessibility. • Healthcare disparities between states like Oklahoma and Pennsylvania spotlight the need for uniform practice authority laws for nurse practitioners. • Advocacy efforts are crucial in pushing for legislative changes that expand nurse practitioners' roles, addressing healthcare workforce gaps. #NPslead

"We continue to monitor, support, and raise awareness of why full practice authority is important to modernize the licensure laws to allow nurse practitioners to care for and provide resources for their patients," said Stephen Ferrara, DNP and President of AANP. "We know it will increase access to care." Dr. Ferrara recently spoke about the top goals, priorities, and challenges affecting NPs in the upcoming year. "Some of the opposition to full practice authority is the mistaken idea that it will allow NPs to do more than they are licensed to do. However, in states that require a regulated contract between an NP and MD—states without FPA—NPs are unable to provide care or prescribe medications without maintaining a physician contract," Dr. Ferrara continued. "Retiring that unnecessary bureaucratic requirement is an issue that appeals to a broad coalition of organizations. At the end of the day, it’s about increasing access to care." #NursePractitioners #FullPracticeAuthority #AccessToCare #CareForPA

🔥 We are excited to share our latest blog post on the important role of medical directors in nursing homes in California! 🔥 At Wellness MD Group, we understand the critical role that medical directors play in ensuring the highest quality of care for our elderly loved ones in nursing homes. That's why we're proud to have a team of experienced and dedicated medical directors leading our facilities. 💡 In our latest blog post, we dive into the key responsibilities of medical directors in nursing homes, including overseeing patient care, collaborating with staff and families, and advocating for quality and safety measures. This is a must-read for anyone interested in improving the quality of care for our seniors. 💡 👉 Check out the full blog post from Wellness MD Group at the link below and learn more about the important role of medical directors in nursing homes in California. #WellnessMDGroup #MedicalDirectors #NursingHomes #QualityCare #ElderlyCare #California Blog Post: https://lnkd.in/e9_6jYyG 🚀 Let's work together to advocate for the best care possible for our seniors! Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments and join the conversation. 🗣️ #ElderlyCare #QualityCare #WellnessMDGroup #Collaboration #TogetherWeCanMakeADifference

📊 A recent study from the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society (JAGS) highlights a major gap in medical director presence in nursing homes—over a third (36.1%) of U.S. skilled nursing facilities reported no medical director presence in Q1 2023. While there is a wide range of presence and engagement from Medical Directors, it points to a worsening challenge with proactive and engaged physician leadership. At First Docs, we recognize the critical role medical directors play in elevating the quality of post-acute care. With our proactive approach and dedicated internal medicine teams, we help nursing homes not only meet but exceed regulatory standards—ensuring consistent oversight and improved clinical outcomes. It’s not just about meeting the minimums; it’s about driving meaningful change. Stay tuned for more on how we’re addressing this industry-wide issue! #HealthcareLeadership #PostAcuteCare #QualityImprovement #SNF

The state Senate passed a bill allowing licensed practical nurses (LPNs) in hospice settings to make death pronouncements. This bill, introduced by Sen. Lynda Schlegel Culver (R-27), expands the current law in Pennsylvania. RNs, medical doctors, physician assistants, and coroners were previously the only authorized professionals for such pronouncements. Learn more about this development here: https://lnkd.in/g_mVhgZt #Healthcare #Legislation #PennsylvaniaSenate

In most of the country, nurse practitioners are able to deliver medical services for which they are licensed as independent providers. But in states like Pennsylvania, outdated and restrictive laws require NPs to be supervised by — and surrender part of their incomes to — physicians in order to do the work they've been trained and certified to do. To measure the effect these laws have on patients, we can look at nearby states that have already passed full practice authority legislation. Researchers found that counties in restrictive practice states bordering full practice authority states experienced a 20% decline in the number of NPs. Neighboring New York, Maryland, and Delaware already offer NPs full practice authority. It's clear that in order to keep talented NPs caring for patients here in Pennsylvania, we need to make PA an attractive state for nurses and NPs to work. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/eK8qgz9J #NursePractitioners #CareForPA #FullPracticeAuthority #AccessToCare #HealthcareAccess

What happens when nursing professionals push the boundaries of their roles? Join us as we delve into the compelling case of LVN Renee Ann Lazcano, who found herself at the center of a disciplinary storm for gross negligence and unprofessional conduct. Focusing on her unauthorized medication administration and the severe repercussions, we reveal the critical lessons from this case, underscoring the importance of adhering to nursing ethics and professional standards. We will explore the details of Lascano’s actions, examining how deviations from established protocols can lead to serious consequences for patients and healthcare providers. Her story is a powerful reminder of the ethical and legal boundaries governing nursing practice. The implications of operating outside one’s legal scope of practice are profound, and this discussion aims to highlight the significance of maintaining professional integrity. Listen to this Episode Now: https://lnkd.in/ggTbgDmu Join the conversation on our social media platforms! TikTok: https://lnkd.in/gJ9HRCBp Instagram: https://lnkd.in/gNrsJzMD Youtube: https://lnkd.in/g8tdpyKB Facebook: https://lnkd.in/grBiUxcX Share your thoughts, experiences, and insights on how we can collectively transform the nursing landscape and improve patient outcomes. Join our Facebook group: https://lnkd.in/gfPRkEHV #NurseLife #NursingEducation #NursingExcellence #TransformativeNursing #NurseTraining #HealthcareHeroes #NurseLeadership #PatientCare #NurseMentorship #NursingInnovation #NursingBoundaries #EthicalNursing #ProfessionalStandards #NursingEthics #LegalScopeOfPractice #PatientSafetyFirst #NursingDiscipline #MedicalEthics #HealthcareIntegrity #ProfessionalConduct

It's exciting to see virtual nursing certifications happen as this new care model expands options for patient care. Technology and clinical workflow solutions like those from Ascom play a key role in enabling these practices. https://gag.gl/yY73go

The U.S. will face a shortage of up to 86,000 physicians by 2036. Primary care and family medicine are already experiencing the impact of this shortage as fewer physicians are going into primary care. At the same time, the U.S. population is increasing and growing older as people continue to live longer. Between 2013-2019, health care visits delivered by nurse practitioners and physician assistants in a year increased from 14.0% to 25.6%, according to an analysis from Harvard Medical School researchers. Nurse practitioners and physician assistants now account for a quarter of health care visits! And with full practice authority, more Pennsylvania patients would be able to access high-quality NP care. #NursePractitioners #CareForPA #FullPracticeAuthority #HealthcareAccess #PatientCare #AccessToCare #AdvancedPracticeProviders