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Hey-O Nursing Beat Friends!

Here’s your weird medical practice from history for the day! Enemas (aka clysters) were very popular among the wealthy elite between the 17th and 19th centuries. King Louis IVX was rumored to have had at least 2,000 during his lifetime! Imagine if they knew about Go-Lytely!

Today's Top Beats

👩🏾‍⚕️ Nurse Tiktok Takeover
👄 Speaking Up
😁 Getting Hired

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NurseTok?

Nurses are the third most popular profession represented on TikTok, according to a report from registerednursing.com. Nurses have pulled in 41.7 billion views on the site, bested only by doctors’ 61.5 billion views and teachers’ 61.3 billion views. Why is it so popular? Check out how these nurses “use their creativity to entertain and educate,” and then check out these seven accounts recommended by The Gypsy Nurse. 

Innocence in Degree Scams

It’s been five months since the US Justice Department charged more than two dozen people in “Operation Nightingale,” the fake diploma scheme from three now-closed Florida nursing schools. But many students caught up in the scam say they were duped themselves, according to The Philadelphia Inquirer. Others have previously claimed innocence and have lost their careers. Becker’s has an update on the continuing fallout.

Nurses Should Speak Up

According to the World Health Organization’s chief nursing officer, nurses must be a more significant part of health policy conversations. In a talk at the International Council of Nurses (ICN) Congress in Canada, Dr. Amelia Latu Afuhaamango Tuipulotu said,” Nurses and midwives around the world will impact policy if we all speak up now.” Check out these ten ways nurses can get involved in policy and these tips on advocating for federal change.

TODAY'S TOP VITAL

18.7%

The percentage in pay increase that licensed practical nurses saw from 2021 to 2022; a bigger jump than the 8.5% increase seen across all nursing positions.

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YOUR NEW THING STRATEGY WITH NEW THING NURSE

Effective Communication in Healthcare and #HowToGetHired

When considering the qualities to highlight during an interview, it is crucial to emphasize your ability to communicate effectively. Healthcare employers look for nurses with exceptional communication skills for every role.

The importance of skilled communication in healthcare:

• Patient safety relies on effective communication: Optimal communication among healthcare providers and during medical encounters is vital for ensuring patient safety.

• Productive teamwork depends on clear communication: Clear communication fosters effective teamwork among the clinical staff.

• Digital communication skills are essential: Strong communication skills are not limited to verbal interactions but extend to digital formats such as email, EMR documentation, secure texting, and more.

• Skilled communication promotes equitable care: Inclusive communication creates equitable care environments for diverse patient populations and staff.

Do you need help to showcase your communication skills? Reach out to New Thing Nurse and learn how to shine in your next interview!

TODAY IN THE CHART

SUPPLY ROOM

It’s Podcast Time!

If you're considering switching to a different nursing specialty or are curious about what other nurses do, check out The Conversing Nurse, a podcast highlighting specialty nurses!

BREAK ROOM

Heartbeat Mimicry?

Check out this video of a nurse who can mimic the sounds of different heartbeats!

ASSESSMENT

DISCHARGE INSTRUCTIONS

Ambulate with a dancing gait! See you q.d. M-F!

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