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The healthcare industry is undergoing a transformation, moving from traditional fee-for-service models to Value-Based Care (VBC). This shift offers a unique opportunity for nurses, particularly those with experience in nephrology and dialysis, to engage in deeper, longitudinal relationships with patients. In a VBC setup, nurses aren’t just administering treatments; they’re ensuring patients have the medications they need, attending crucial follow-up appointments, and managing multiple chronic conditions in coordination with specialists. If you’ve been a dialysis nurse, this holistic, ongoing patient relationship might sound familiar. In VBC, however, this level of engagement extends to all transitions of care—be it from hospital to home or one outpatient setting to another. As we transition our focus from the ~800,000 dialysis-dependent patients to the larger pool encompassing the 37 million people with chronic kidney disease (CKD), the need for specialized nurses becomes acute. Based on patient panels ranging from 100 to 150 patients per nurse, the U.S. would need between 246,667 to 370,000 nurses solely focused on CKD care - more when considering variation in dialysis staffing. These numbers underline the scale of the challenge but also highlight immense opportunities for job creation and specialized training. Given the millions of patients yet to be reached and the depth of engagement required for each, the healthcare industry is in dire need of specialized talent. Nurses with experience in chronic care management are particularly well-suited to transition into this growing field. The urgency to expand the nursing workforce is paramount. For those contemplating a shift into this specialized field, there has never been a more critical or opportune time! Disclaimer: The opinions and views expressed in this post are my own. #valuebasedcare #nephrologynursing #workforcedevelopment #kidneyhealth #nurses

Nurse Managers/ Directors play a crucial role in collaborating with medical directors to build robust teams that deliver top-notch care in dialysis units. Check out the latest article in the Nephrology Nursing Journal authored by myself and Naveed Masani discussing the dynamics of roles and relationships in an acute dialysis setting. #Healthcare #NursingManagement #nephrologynurses #NNJ https://lnkd.in/erxxSx_D

The ART of value based care. I spent the morning reflecting on my notes from last week's American Nephrology Nurses Association (ANNA) National Symposium. I had many discussions with nurses, both involved and uninvolved in value-based care (VBC). My perspective on VBC has changed and my ability to describe what’s happening inside of VBC is more clear. From different positions within the care continuum, VBC may appear diverse in practice and theory. While organizing my thoughts, a familiar phrase from nursing school resonated with me: “Nursing is a profession that requires compassion as well as expertise, making it both an art and a science.” This duality is evident in VBC, where the art involves the compassionate, understanding, and communicative aspects of patient care, while the science focuses on applying medical knowledge and skills. VBC itself can be succinctly described as ART — Appropriate Adjustment, Retrospective Management, and Targeted prevention. These three components namely: 1. Risk Adjustment (Annual wellness visits) 2. Transition Care Management (TOC) 3. Proactive Risk Reduction — form the backbone of successful VBC models. They not only ensure operational efficiency and align healthcare practices with overarching goals but also stand to improve patient outcomes. In essence, the ART of VBC is about structuring and prioritizing these activities to transform how care is delivered. The work is equal parts challenging and exhilarating.

Career specialties in #nursing can be so interesting! Have you heard of this one? The Hyperbaric Medicine Clinic provides hyperbaric oxygen treatment. Learn more about it! #mayoclinic #mayoclinicnursing

The Nurs FPX 4050 Assessment 4 Final Care Coordination Plan is a comprehensive document outlining the coordinated care strategy for a patient. It likely includes details such as the patient's medical history, current health status, treatment plan, healthcare team members involved, and strategies for ensuring effective communication and collaboration among all parties involved in the patient's care. This plan aims to optimize the patient's health outcomes by ensuring seamless coordination and continuity of care. https://lnkd.in/e5n2j_n2 #writing #nursing #assessmenthelp

Lia Barros, a nurse practitioner at the University of Washington, discusses the role of nurse practitioners in caring for patients with pulmonary hypertension. phaware® podcast ep 452 @uwepidemiology Listen, Like and Subscribe. Link in bio #phaware #pulmonaryhypertension #podcast #pulmonary #lungs #pah #phawareMD #nursing

"Once you're a nephrology patient, you're a nephrology patient for life." As nephrology nurses, you care for patients who will be back in your clinic again and again. What's your favorite patient story?❤️ #NephrologyNurse #DialysisClinic #PatientStories #Nursing

The healthcare sector constantly evolves, adapting to new challenges and opportunities. One significant development in nursing is the adoption of multi-state licensing, which offers a range of benefits to nurses and healthcare systems alike. This article explores how multi-state licensing can enhance healthcare delivery by improving accessibility, flexibility, and ultimately patient care.  #HealthcareProvider #HealthcareJobs #HealthcareCareers #AnesthesiologistJobs #CRNARecruitment #NursePractitionerJobs #RegisteredNurseJobs

The final care coordination plan for Nursfpx 4050 Assessment 4 integrates comprehensive strategies to optimize patient care. It delineates clear communication channels among healthcare providers, ensures timely access to resources, and prioritizes patient preferences. Through collaborative efforts, this plan aims to streamline care delivery, minimize duplication of services, and enhance patient outcomes. Continuous evaluation and adjustments will be made to uphold quality care standards and address evolving patient needs effectively.   https://lnkd.in/e5n2j_n2 #writing #nursing #tutorsacademy

#Nurses and #doctors are noticing firsthand that anemia is growing faster globally than we ever thought. They truly represent a new culture of first responders in this critical area of healthcare. We hope that medical colleges, #hospitals, and nursing associations will support awareness of the vital roles these healthcare professionals play in serving the public's needs. These healthcare providers, along with many companies, also represent the foundation of potential cures for anemia worldwide. Consider this: The smallest amount of air blown into a balloon will automatically increase its size and visibility. The relationship between healthcare providers and anemia needs to be seen on a much larger, broader scale—just like that balloon. This also enhances the dignity and respect they’ve always deserved. We can't afford to let this balloon deflate, as doing so would set us back significantly. Our work focuses on building bridges that bring healthcare providers closer to understanding the patient. We’ve created a meaningful insignia for doctors and nurses that fosters trust and understanding from the very first examination. This is a new concept for #anemia, and we anticipate new partnerships and ideas that will expedite awareness even further. Until then, we deeply appreciate all collective efforts—together, we will defeat public enemy number one: Anemia. UChicago Medicine Englewood Hospital Cleveland Clinic Mayo Clinic Geisinger Johns Hopkins Medicine Loma Linda University Health Hackensack Meridian Health Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System Mount Sinai Health System NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital MedStar Washington Hospital Center American Society of Hematology American Nurses Association American Academy of Anesthesiologist Assistants UCLA Health Yale New Haven Health Jefferson Health NYC Health + Hospitals