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Pacific Dental Services Marks American Heart Month with Expanded Focus on Oral Health Awareness

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pacific Dental Services® (PDS), a leading dental and medical support organization in the U.S., is recognizing American Heart Month throughout February with several initiatives that highlight the growing link between oral health and heart health.

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  • IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pacific Dental Services® (PDS), a leading dental and medical support organization in the U.S., is recognizing American Heart Month throughout February with several initiatives that highlight the growing link between oral health and heart health.
  • "During American Heart Month our focus is on raising awareness about the importance of maintaining optimal oral health — a key contributor to improved heart health," said Stephen E. Thorne, Founder and CEO of Pacific Dental Services.
  • PDS-supported clinicians regularly educate patients about the link between oral health and overall health — also known as the Mouth-Body Connection® .
  • Throughout American Heart Month, PDS is conducting several initiatives to increase awareness about the connection between oral health and heart health, such as:
    Participating in National Wear Red Day to show support and raise awareness for heart health.

Avani Healthcare Staffing Awarded Health Care Staffing Services Certification From The Joint Commission

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Monday, February 5, 2024

ROCHESTER, N.Y., Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Avani Healthcare Staffing has earned the prestigious Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval® for Health Care Staffing Services Certification by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a health care organization's commitment to providing safe, high-quality patient care. Health Care Staffing Services Certification demonstrates Avani Healthcare Staffing's efforts to address how qualifications and competencies of staff are determined, how staff are placed, and how their performance is monitored.

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  • ROCHESTER, N.Y., Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Avani Healthcare Staffing has earned the prestigious Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval® for Health Care Staffing Services Certification by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards.
  • Health Care Staffing Services Certification demonstrates Avani Healthcare Staffing's efforts to address how qualifications and competencies of staff are determined, how staff are placed, and how their performance is monitored.
  • To achieve certification, Avani Healthcare Staffing underwent a rigorous review by Joint Commission reviewers who evaluated compliance with Joint Commission certification standards developed in consultation with health care experts and providers, measurement experts, and patients.
  • "Health Care Staffing Services Certification recognizes health care staffing firms committed to striving for excellence and fostering continuous improvement in patient safety and quality of care," said Ken Grubbs, DNP, MBA, RN, executive vice president of Accreditation and Certification Operations and chief nursing officer, The Joint Commission.

Two MedStar Health Hospitals Achieve Prestigious Nurse Magnet® Designation for First Time

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

It's the highest and most prestigious distinction a healthcare organization can achieve in the United States.

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  • It's the highest and most prestigious distinction a healthcare organization can achieve in the United States.
  • Less than ten percent of hospitals nationwide have achieved a Magnet designation.
  • MedStar Harbor and MedStar Montgomery, along with MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center (4th designation) are three of just eight hospitals in Maryland to attain Magnet recognition.
  • Along with MedStar Georgetown University Hospital (5th designation, with only two Magnet hospitals in DC), MedStar Health now has four hospitals with Magnet designation.

Kyros Introduces Recovery Wellness Plans In Its Peer Recovery Services

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kyros, a leader in Substance Use Disorder (SUD) recovery, proudly unveils a groundbreaking advancement to its peer recovery service platform with the introduction of Recovery Wellness Plans (RWP) to its Peer Recovery Services.

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  • MINNEAPOLIS, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kyros, a leader in Substance Use Disorder (SUD) recovery, proudly unveils a groundbreaking advancement to its peer recovery service platform with the introduction of Recovery Wellness Plans (RWP) to its Peer Recovery Services.
  • Effectively enhancing the impact of Peer Recovery Specialists (PRS), this new feature promises to further empower their commendable efforts in transforming lives, one recovery journey at a time.
  • Recovery Wellness Plans are a thoughtfully designed addition to the Kyros platform aimed at elevating both peer and client experiences.
  • Kyros' commitment to innovative and empathetic care through the initiation of Client Wellness and Recovery Planning continues its groundbreaking innovation in the realm of SUD recovery.

Meet Five Community-Based Reproductive Justice Organizations Who Will Take the National Stage This Year

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

“Without fail, this lack of inclusion leads to insufficient policy that fails to improve health outcomes and results in people falling through the cracks.

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  • “Without fail, this lack of inclusion leads to insufficient policy that fails to improve health outcomes and results in people falling through the cracks.
  • That’s why we started the HEALTH program.”
    The selection process for the 2024 cohort began in June 2023.
  • The NWHN looked for organizations that demonstrated a commitment to health equity and aligned with the Network’s mission, vision, and values .
  • Birth In Color (Virginia): Birth In Color is a reproductive justice organization dedicated to maternal and reproductive health, policy, and removing biases and barriers for people of color.

University of Phoenix College of Nursing Leadership Highlights Successful DEIB Strategies at Annual Convention of the Organization for Associate Degree Nursing

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Friday, January 19, 2024

The College of Nursing incorporates DEIB into its core values and curriculum, aligning with the broader university initiatives .

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  • The College of Nursing incorporates DEIB into its core values and curriculum, aligning with the broader university initiatives .
  • Reflecting on the success of the event, Brooks stated, “Our participation at the OADN Conference allowed us to showcase the impactful DEIB strategies we've implemented at the University of Phoenix.
  • Brooks is the Dean of the College of Nursing at the University of Phoenix.
  • She holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree and a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) in Family Nurse Practitioner from Arizona State University.

Summa Health and General Catalyst’s HATCo announce plans for acquisition that will transform the future of healthcare

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

Akron, Ohio-based Summa Health and General Catalyst’s Health Assurance Transformation Corporation (HATCo) announced today that the two organizations have signed a non-binding Letter of Intent outlining HATCo’s planned acquisition of Summa Health.

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  • Akron, Ohio-based Summa Health and General Catalyst’s Health Assurance Transformation Corporation (HATCo) announced today that the two organizations have signed a non-binding Letter of Intent outlining HATCo’s planned acquisition of Summa Health.
  • With HATCo, Summa Health will be able to increase local investment and introduce new resources that allow us to expand access to affordable, quality, coordinated care,” said Cliff Deveny, M.D., Summa Health President and CEO.
  • We are thrilled to partner with Summa Health to bring this vision to life,” said Marc Harrison, M.D., co-founder and CEO of HATCo.
  • I couldn’t be more excited to collaborate and execute on that vision with Summa Health and HATCo.

Nursing Community Coalition Urges Congress to Protect Veterans' Access to Quality Anesthesia Care

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Friday, January 26, 2024

The proposed legislation would impose unnecessary and unjustifiable restrictions on Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), adversely impacting the healthcare of our nation's veterans.

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  • The proposed legislation would impose unnecessary and unjustifiable restrictions on Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), adversely impacting the healthcare of our nation's veterans.
  • The NCC points out that even the VA, in testimony before the House Veterans Affairs Health Subcommittee on September 19, 2023, acknowledged that CRNAs can safely provide anesthesia care autonomously.
  • The NCC represents a diverse cross-section of the nursing profession, including Registered Nurses (RNs), APRNs, nurse leaders, boards of nursing, students, faculty, and researchers.
  • "CRNAs play a crucial role in providing anesthesia services across the entire care continuum, bringing essential support and expertise to their patients, especially within the VA," said AANA President Dru Riddle, PhD, DNP, CRNA, FAAN .

Renowned Nurse Leader, Dr. Rhonda Collins, Joins Kontakt.io as Chief Nursing Officer

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

NEW YORK, January 23rd, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Kontakt.io, the leader in Inpatient Journey Analytics, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Rhonda Collins, DNP, RN, FAAN, as its Chief Nursing Officer. With an illustrious 35-year career in nursing, Dr. Collins brings a wealth of experience, expertise, and leadership to further advance Kontakt.io's mission of creating responsive health systems through innovative technology.

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  • NEW YORK, January 23rd, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Kontakt.io, the leader in Inpatient Journey Analytics, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Rhonda Collins, DNP, RN, FAAN, as its Chief Nursing Officer.
  • With an illustrious 35-year career in nursing, Dr. Collins brings a wealth of experience, expertise, and leadership to further advance Kontakt.io's mission of creating responsive health systems through innovative technology.
  • Dr. Collins, a fellow of the American Academy of Nursing, excelled in leadership roles in various Texas hospitals.
  • As Chief Nursing Officer at Vocera, she led clinical strategy, influencing product design and market strategies to enhance healthcare team communication globally.

Rosalind Franklin University Announces First Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist Program Accredited by the State of Colorado

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

NORTH CHICAGO, Ill., Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science will help meet a critical need for certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) in Colorado through its Doctor of Nursing Practice in Nurse Anesthesia program — the first program accredited by the Colorado Department for Higher Education to offer classroom, simulation and clinical nurse anesthesia training in the state.

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  • NORTH CHICAGO, Ill., Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science will help meet a critical need for certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) in Colorado through its Doctor of Nursing Practice in Nurse Anesthesia program — the first program accredited by the Colorado Department for Higher Education to offer classroom, simulation and clinical nurse anesthesia training in the state.
  • Rosalind Franklin University helps meet a critical need for certified registered nurse anesthetists in Colorado.
  • CRNAs are advanced practice nurses who are board certified to administer every type of anesthesia in all healthcare settings.
  • Colorado faces an anticipated shortage of 10,000 registered nurses by 2026, according to a 2021 analysis by the consulting firm Mercer.