Oscar Health’s Post

Pleased to have been invited to write a chapter in this book. Here's a taster! "There is trepidation and vulnerability that accompanies naming racism, rather than the more palatable good feeling word diversity (De Souza, 2018). Discourses of diversity and inclusion are what Ahmed (2012) describes as ‘non-performative institutional speech acts’ meaning that just their use as words do not necessarily change what it is they are naming Ahmed, 2012, p. 119). Racism is so direct, so harsh in the text as opposed to toned down with my good humor or the self-effacing charm I have cultivated as a bolster. I am a nurse who migrated to Australia post PhD for work in academia. As a person of color or brown settler, I occupy a position of unease and anxiety, uninvited living on stolen land, in a country where relationships between Indigenous people, settlers and migrants are contested. I am also privileged to be a mobile, highly educated researcher working in the prestigious context of a University. As (Moreton-Robinson, 2007, 2015) quips, the White nation-space of so-called Australia, excludes both Indigenous people and non-British people. However, I invoke this process of critical reflexivity and locate my own positionality to account for myself and for my writing. A person with ancestral heritage in Goa, India but whose personal and familiar multiple migrations, have been shaped by colonization. I provide these histories and geographies to account for how I write, they provide me with a specific set of ethical and political commitments that aim to contribute to making nursing a profession that is less discriminatory and more equitable for both those who follow me and those we purport to serve. I care about nurses and nursing and am troubled by the paradox that a profession that claims to care could be implicated in perpetuating inequities for some populations. This stance of critique and the desire for accountability may make what I write seem particularly critical, however, it also reflects a deep investment in the nursing profession."

Let us take a moment to honor the nurses who have made a difference in our lives and communities. Their selfless commitment to the well-being of others is truly inspiring and deserving of our admiration and gratitude. Nurses are the backbone of our healthcare system, improving patient outcomes and advancing medical knowledge through their dedication and expertise. As we celebrate Nurses Week, let's thank them for their unwavering devotion to the care and comfort of others. #NursesWeek #HealthcareHeroes #casemanagement #socialwork #carecoordination #patientadvocacy #healthcaremanagement #casecoordination #clientcare #supportservices #careplanning #dischargeplanning #ethicsinhealthcare #physicianadvisor #rehabilitationfacilities #hospitalcare #healthcareethics #nurse #nursingstudents #utilizationreview

Day 3: Compassion in Care Compassion lies at the heart of the nursing profession. Nurses are not only healthcare providers but also pivotal sources of comfort and empathy. They bring a gentle touch to patient care, often becoming beacons of hope and solace for both patients and their families during some of the most challenging moments. Nurses blend clinical expertise with an innate ability to understand and soothe the fears and concerns of those they care for. This unique combination makes them irreplaceable in the landscape of healthcare. Whether holding a hand during a difficult procedure, offering words of encouragement, or simply listening, their compassionate actions go beyond medical treatments to heal the whole person. Today, we celebrate the big hearts behind those scrubs, the nurses who make healthcare feel a little more human, and a lot more heartfelt. Share your gratitude or a memorable story about a nurse who touched your life or the life of someone you love in the comments below. Let’s honor these heroes who do so much more than treat illnesses—they make the world a better place, one patient at a time. #NursesWeek #CompassionateCare #HeartOfHealthcare

Day 3: Compassion in Care Compassion lies at the heart of the nursing profession. Nurses are not only healthcare providers but also pivotal sources of comfort and empathy. They bring a gentle touch to patient care, often becoming beacons of hope and solace for both patients and their families during some of the most challenging moments. Nurses blend clinical expertise with an innate ability to understand and soothe the fears and concerns of those they care for. This unique combination makes them irreplaceable in the landscape of healthcare. Whether holding a hand during a difficult procedure, offering words of encouragement, or simply listening, their compassionate actions go beyond medical treatments to heal the whole person. Today, we celebrate the big hearts behind those scrubs, the nurses who make healthcare feel a little more human, and a lot more heartfelt. Share your gratitude or a memorable story about a nurse who touched your life or the life of someone you love in the comments below. Let’s honor these heroes who do so much more than treat illnesses—they make the world a better place, one patient at a time. #NursesWeek #CompassionateCare #HeartOfHealthcare

The top 5 states for nurses are: Washington, Maine, New Mexico, Oregon, and New Hampshire, based on a report from WalletHub that compares states “across 20 key metrics that collectively speak to the nursing-job opportunities in each market.” Virtual nursing solutions enable frontline nurses to do more of what they like about their jobs – delivering hands-on care to patients – while offloading documentation and routine tasks to a virtual care support team. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gvRj-ePR | #VirtualNurse #RegisteredNurse #CareCoordination

The Power of Appreciation: Why Nurses Deserve Our Everyday Thanks Nurses are the backbone of the healthcare industry, providing critical care and compassion to patients every single day. But how often do we take a moment to truly appreciate their hard work? Today, I want to highlight the importance of nurse appreciation. It's not just about a yearly celebration; it's about fostering a culture of gratitude that benefits everyone. Studies show that appreciation can lead to: Reduced nurse burnout and turnover ✅ Improved patient care through higher engagement Stronger teamwork for better-coordinated care Potentially lower patient mortality rates ❤️ Nurses are under immense pressure and a simple "thank you" can go a long way. Let's show our appreciation for these incredible individuals, every day. #NurseAppreciation #ThankANurse #HealthcareHeroes

Did you know that With 45% of in-patient nurses report that they are likely to leave their roles in the next 6 months? Much of this stems from nurses having to complete duties that are non-clinical, and here at Morrison Healthcare, we want to alleviate this stress. Hear more from Aundrea Mills, our Chief Nursing Officer, on the plans Compass One Healthcare has to support nurses and lower burnout rates: https://bit.ly/3NYqjFG.

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My POV: As National Nurses week comes to a close, here’s a good read for our non-medical professionals. Did you know that lifting practice restrictions on nurse practitioners creates more access to healthcare for your family and loved ones? Read more to understand the challenge we are facing…if you agree, lobby your legislators to get healthcare to be accountable to patients rather than private interest groups! Happy nurses week to my nurse and APRN colleagues (NPs, CNSs, CNMs, CRNAs)! #putpatientcarefirst #nursepractionersaretheanswer #nursesweek #APRN #independentpractice

Nurses are such a positive force in this world! For Nurses Week, AFT share its love of nurses and calls out its Code Red campaign to push back on corporate healthcare. “Code Red engages our members and community allies in the fight for high-quality care. Like the Oregon Nurses Association and the Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals winning a historic staffing law that enshrines safe staffing ratios and a voice for all job classifications in acute care settings; it’s the best healthcare staffing law in the nation. Or AFT Connecticut achieving a major staffing victory with a law ensuring bedside nurses can refuse unsafe assignments. Or the Washington State Nurses Association winning safe staffing legislation that improves conditions and gives nurses new power to enforce safe staffing levels.