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As of 2022, Nurse Practitioners in New York can practice independently without physician supervision. However, NPs with fewer than 3,600 hours of practical experience must follow written practice protocols, enter into collaborative agreements with physicians, and file Form 4NP with NYSED. Learn more about how NPs can navigate these requirements and even start their own private practices! Link to blog: https://lnkd.in/eGu4GXin #NursePractitioners #Businesslaw #IndependentPractice #PLLC #NPs

I'm the go-to for extremely agitated/ imminently violent patients (and occasionally practitioners)- I'm pretty good with both rapid pharmaceutical intervention 💉 and effective verbal redirection. 🗣 Reading this though, I immediately thought of my colleague, Margaret Callaghan, and how we all go to her to start IVs on the most difficult sticks. Our patient population has infamously compromised veins, and she is amazingly skilled. 😨 (See: https://lnkd.in/gRAW8Pc8) Drass and Associates Behavioral Healthcare and Legal Nurse Consulting www.drassassociates.com #DrassAndAssociates  #recoveryworks #peersupport #behavioralmedicine #addiction #addictiontreatment #policy #harmreduction #medications #medicationsafety #patientsafety #policiesandprocedure #interpretation #implementation #restraintreduction #systemnavigator #advocate #withdrawalmanagement #ASAMcriteria #OpioidUseDisorders #NIDAscience #RecoveryIsPossible #depression #parity #socialimpact #socialdeterminantsofhealth #equity #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #covid #isolation #respect #healthcarereform #mentalhealthishealth #socialmedia #conflict #opioidcrisis #substancesusedisorders #testifying #testimony #legislation #bigpharma #privateequity #hospitals #overdose #overdoseprevention #suicideprevention #congress #healthcaresystem #fragmentation #collaboration #dei #inequity #inequality #publichealth #publichealthcare #staffing #accesstojustice #accesstocare #standardofcare #regulations #integrativemedicine #integratedcare #nostigma #funding #resources #restraintreduction,

Latest Post: Skilled Nursing Vs Assisted Living Which Option Is Right for Your Parent As you face the challenging decision of choosing between skilled nursing and assisted living for your parent, you're likely grappling with a mix of emotions and practical concerns. I know my wife and I have over the past two years and frankly the decision isn't as clear cut as you might think it is on paper. It's a pivotal moment that will substantially impact your loved one's quality of life, health, and general well-being. While both options offer valuable care services, they cater to different needs and lifestyles. Understanding the nuances of each can help you make an informed choice that aligns with your parent's unique situation. But before you can determine the best fit, you'll need to reflect on several vital factors that go beyond just medical requirements. Read more ... -> What do you guys think? https://vist.ly/3mh7n25

Knowing the rights nursing home residents have in Pennsylvania can help you advocate for the care and respect your loved ones deserve. Learn more in our latest blog.

Strengthening the nursing workforce has been a hot topic lately, and many posts have highlighted the crucial role of Nurse Educators in achieving this goal. It's great to see this recognition finally happening! 👏❤️ #Nursing #NurseEducators #Healthcare #WorkforceDevelopment

Nurses are among the most trusted healthcare professionals, but why are their voices so often silenced when it comes to driving change? Here are some of the key barriers nurses face in advocacy: 1. Lack of Education on How to Formally Advocate Many nurses are passionate about improving patient care and the healthcare system, but they lack the formal training or education on how to navigate policy or advocate at higher levels. Without the right tools or guidance, their voices often go unheard. 2. Perceived Lack of Impact There’s a common belief among some nurses that their advocacy efforts won’t lead to real change. The challenges of bureaucratic systems and the slow pace of policy change can leave many feeling like their contributions don’t make a difference. 3. Perceived Lack of Self-Confidence in Advocacy Skills Advocacy requires a unique set of skills, from communication to negotiation, and many nurses feel they lack the confidence to effectively use these skills in larger settings—whether with policymakers, administrators, or the public. 4. Perceived Lack of Incentives to Advocate In an already demanding job, the idea of adding advocacy to the mix can feel like just another task with little tangible reward. Without clear incentives—whether professional or personal—many nurses don’t feel motivated to engage in advocacy work. 5. Perceived Lack of Time Nurses are often working under extreme pressure, juggling multiple patients and responsibilities. With long shifts, staffing shortages, and high patient acuity, finding time to advocate for system-wide change can seem like an impossible task. 6. Fear of Retaliation by Employers In some cases, nurses fear retaliation by employers for speaking out or challenging the status quo. The concern about job security, professional reputation, or strained relationships with leadership can prevent nurses from speaking up. But Here’s the Hope: The good news is that these barriers can be broken down. With the right resources, education, and support, nurses can become powerful advocates for their patients and profession, driving the change our healthcare system needs. Ready to break down barriers and be a voice for change? Join the movement and advocate for the future of healthcare with us. https://buff.ly/4expfD6 #NurseAdvocacy #HealthcareChange #NursesLead #NursingLeadership #BarriersToChange #NurseEmpowerment #HealthcareReform

Our President and COO Melissa Powell is attending the Skilled Nursing News ReThink Conference in Chicago! This conference brings executives together to discuss trends, obstacles, and future casting of the nursing home industry. Stay tuned to see what guests talk about and the insights they share on this interesting topic! Skilled Nursing News #skillednursing #nursinghome #healthcare #ReThinkConference2024

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

BREAKING NEWS! LeadingAge Maryland joins 21 LeadingAge State Affiliates and 20 Attorneys General in a lawsuit to overturn CMS’ staffing mandate and vacate certain of the more onerous requirements of the rule. “The Final Rule as written is untenable and unattainable for our members. While we support CMS’ goal of quality care and enhanced access to care for all older adults, this rule will not ensure those outcomes and instead will have negative impacts upon skilled nursing providers in Maryland and across the country,” LeadingAge Maryland President & CEO Allison Ciborowski said. “Not-for-profit nursing homes in Maryland, who support many of the most vulnerable in our state and who often have decades and even century-long histories serving their communities, are being forced to contemplate closing units and buildings altogether because they cannot meet this mandate.”   In Maryland, the estimated cost of CMS’ staffing mandate equates to approximately $642,000 per nursing home, each year. Collectively across the state, that totals $142.5 million annually in additional expenses for nursing homes in Maryland. Learn more about the lawsuit led by LeadingAge Iowa, LeadingAge Kansas, and LeadingAge South Carolina, filed on October 8 in the United States District Court’s Northern District of Iowa, here: https://lnkd.in/eTTpY4Jp #staffing #nursinghomes #skillednursing