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2021 Salary Survey results

Respondents view modest pay increases while responsibilities continue to climb

ASHE, AHE certifications tied to higher raises

Results from the 2021 Salary Survey show that those with a CHFM or CHESP tend to earn more than peers without certification

CMS proposes ‘Birthing-Friendly’ hospital designation

This week the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) plans to establish a “Birthing-Friendly” designation to drive improvements in perinatal health outcomes and maternal health equity.

Interventions address maternal cardiovascular disease

A team composed of a maternal-fetal medicine physician, a cardiologist and an RN who serves as the program coordinator meet with patients to get a full understanding of their health histories and take steps to manage their cardiovascular disorders—the leading cause of maternal death.

Nurse leaders frame case for supporting front-line nurses

In a recent Nursing Economic$ article, editorial board member Therese Fitzpatrick, PhD, RN, talked with Nancy Valentine, PhD, RN, about ways to support front-line nurses

Hospital and Physician Groups File Lawsuit Over No Surprises Act Final Rules That Jeopardize Patient Access to Care

The American Hospital Association (AHA) and American Medical Association (AMA) sued the federal government today over the misguided implementation of the federal surprise billing law. The associations are joined in the suit by hospital and physician plaintiffs, including Renown Health, UMass Memorial Health and two physicians based in North Carolina.

Medicare telehealth visits rise 63-fold during pandemic

The use of telehealth among Medicare recipients rose 63-fold during the COVID-19 pandemic

FDA explains impact of COVID-19 variants on test accuracy

A new page on the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) website explains how genetic mutations in the COIVID-19 virus may impact the accuracy of existing tests for SARS-CoV-2.

CMS pauses COVID-19 vaccination mandate implementation

In line with recent court rulings, on Dec. 2 the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) paused enforcement of its rule

Nurse approach to glucose monitoring improves COVID-19 care

To avert the need for hourly blood tests to keep their COVID-19 patients’ diabetes under control and reduce their own exposure to the coronavirus