Louisiana-based health system, Ochsner Health, is taking steps to reintroduce licensed practical nurses (LPNs) into their inpatient care facilities. LPNs were previously phased out in favor of registered nurses (RNs) due to changing healthcare policies and an emphasis on higher education for nurses. However, with a shortage of RNs, Ochsner Health is looking to LPNs to fill the gaps in their workforce. The health system has developed a comprehensive plan to reintroduce LPNs while still

Cleveland Clinic is leading the charge in healthcare AI innovation in Florida. The healthcare organization has implemented a variety of AI tools to improve patient outcomes and streamline operations. One such tool is the Clinician Insights Platform, which leverages natural language processing to analyze physician notes and patient data in real-time. This platform helps physicians identify potential diagnoses and treatment plans, and offers personalized recommendations for each patient based on their unique medical history. Another

National Hospital Week is an annual celebration observed in the second week of May to recognize and appreciate the contributions of hospitals and healthcare workers in providing quality healthcare services to patients. This year, the week-long celebration runs from May 7 to May 13. In this article, we will discuss four important things you need to know about National Hospital Week. The History of National Hospital Week National Hospital Week was first observed in 1921

According to recent data, there are five states in the United States where young people are flocking to in large numbers. The study, conducted by U.S. News & World Report, analyzed data from the U.S. Census Bureau and found that these five states have experienced significant increases in their young adult populations over the past decade. The first state on the list is Colorado, which has seen a 15.5% increase in its 20-34 age group

Washington State has once again been declared the best state in the United States for nurses to work in, according to the latest annual rankings by finance website WalletHub. The rankings were based on a detailed comparison of all 50 states across 20 key metrics that directly affect the nursing profession or workforce. The methodology included looking at factors such as average annual salary, average starting salary, commute time, healthcare facilities per capita, quality of