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Visiting Nurses Are Essential to Healthcare

By Norene Mostkoff, President & CEO

A few weeks ago I had the opportunity to appear on Atlanta’s NPR radio station WABE 90.1 program “A Closer Look” to discuss the nursing profession and the ways in which the nurses of Visiting Nurse Health System | Hospice Atlanta meet the needs of person-centered care.

Staying Healthy Starts at Home

I welcomed the opportunity to educate the public about the amazing work our nurses do every day, allowing our patients to age-in-place rather than moving into a nursing home. Our dedicated nurses meet the special needs of homebound patients. I was happy to spread the word on the importance of nurses visiting patients in their home because staying healthy starts at home. Visiting nurses are crucial to public health. An in-home nurse can discover that a patient who is in the emergency room every month due to a diabetic crisis doesn’t have proper refrigeration for his insulin. We can then get him a small refrigerator and reduce emergency room visits and the associated costs. The work our nurses do is truly incredible and adds particular value to person-centered care.

Georgia Nurses Association estimates a nursing shortage of about 50,000 nurses by 2030 in the state of Georgia alone. The population is aging, and baby boomers are living with chronic diseases longer, which in turn creates higher demand for skilled nurses. Currently, there are more nurses at the end of their career than at the beginning. The number of nurses under 30 years old is very small with the average age of a nurse being around 47 years old. We can expect a lot of retired nurses among us soon. How do we combat this? We are competing with all kinds of healthcare providers so we must reach out to nurses that have true passion and a calling for the unique work we do. We must be a great place to work. We must create opportunities in the way of rewarding career paths. In addition, we must transform the way people work. One of the ways we are meeting this goal is by using technology to minimize time in the car. We serve 26 counties in Georgia and our nurses are able to schedule patients in a way that reduces drive time by mapping an efficient route that works best for them.

I was recently named Chair of the Visiting Nurse Associations of America and I am excited and truly honored to be a part of an organization that represents in-home nurses and their essential contribution to the healthcare delivery system. We want to keep people healthy and out of hospitals. We want to promote a healthy lifestyle, with focus on primary care, so we can reduce illness and disease. Using this platform, I will continue to work hard to ensure in-home nurses are represented in the industry to which they are so vital.

If you or someone you know is a Registered Nurse interested in a career with Visiting Nurse / Hospice Atlanta, please call our Human Resources department at 404-215-6095 to discuss career options, follow us on our Twitter career page or look for specific positions on vnhs.org/career.

 

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PT Month Celebration 2024!
PTs had fun Fowling! 
Thank you to the team at Fowling Warehouse for a great event last night! 
#goptpower #PTMonth #visitingnursehealthsystem #hospiceatlanta #fun #fowling

PT Month Celebration 2024!
PTs had fun Fowling!
Thank you to the team at Fowling Warehouse for a great event last night!
#goptpower #PTMonth #visitingnursehealthsystem #hospiceatlanta #fun #fowling
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Our Home Health and Hospice Atlanta teams had a great time at this week's 2024 Home Care and Hospice Conference and Expo, hosted by the National Alliance for Care at Home!

So many of this industry's leaders were in attendance, Visiting Nurse front and center, so we remain on the cutting edge of industry learnings surrounding healthcare challenges. From new innovations, regulatory moves, technology shifts, to learning advances in quality of care, all to continue bringing our patients the best care possible! 
#nach2024 #visitingnursehealthsystem #hospiceatlanta#growth #HealthcareForAll

Our Home Health and Hospice Atlanta teams had a great time at this week`s 2024 Home Care and Hospice Conference and Expo, hosted by the National Alliance for Care at Home!

So many of this industry`s leaders were in attendance, Visiting Nurse front and center, so we remain on the cutting edge of industry learnings surrounding healthcare challenges. From new innovations, regulatory moves, technology shifts, to learning advances in quality of care, all to continue bringing our patients the best care possible!
#nach2024 #visitingnursehealthsystem #hospiceatlanta#growth #HealthcareForAll
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Join us in celebrating Bonnie Tackett-Brown, LPN, our Visiting Nurse Health System’s October Employee of the Month!
Bonnie was awarded this honor for her patient-centered, mission-driven approach to her nursing service here at Visiting Nurse's Home Health service line. Bonnie naturally goes above and beyond the normal call of duty, as she serves our patients and their needs. But her vocational-driven style doesn't end there! She also supports her teammates when they need nursing help she is first to say “yes,” with a generous attitude. 
Thank you Bonnie for all you give each day! 
#Congratulations #EmployeeAppreciation #employeeofthemonth #hospiceatlanta #visitingnursehealthsystem

Join us in celebrating Bonnie Tackett-Brown, LPN, our Visiting Nurse Health System’s October Employee of the Month!
Bonnie was awarded this honor for her patient-centered, mission-driven approach to her nursing service here at Visiting Nurse`s Home Health service line. Bonnie naturally goes above and beyond the normal call of duty, as she serves our patients and their needs. But her vocational-driven style doesn`t end there! She also supports her teammates when they need nursing help she is first to say “yes,” with a generous attitude.
Thank you Bonnie for all you give each day!
#Congratulations #EmployeeAppreciation #employeeofthemonth #hospiceatlanta #visitingnursehealthsystem
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🎉 Happy Physical Therapy Month! 🎉
October 2024 is here, and it's time to celebrate the incredible work of our Visiting Nurse physical therapists who bring PT services to our patients in the comfort of their homes! When our patients are healing, at their most vulnerable, these dedicated clinicians help our patients move better, feel stronger, and live healthier lives. Let's give a big shoutout to all the PTs who keep us going! ✨ #PTMonth #PhysicalTherapy #ThankYouPTs #visitingnursehealthsystem #hospiceatlanta

🎉 Happy Physical Therapy Month! 🎉
October 2024 is here, and it`s time to celebrate the incredible work of our Visiting Nurse physical therapists who bring PT services to our patients in the comfort of their homes! When our patients are healing, at their most vulnerable, these dedicated clinicians help our patients move better, feel stronger, and live healthier lives. Let`s give a big shoutout to all the PTs who keep us going! ✨ #PTMonth #PhysicalTherapy #ThankYouPTs #visitingnursehealthsystem #hospiceatlanta
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🎉 Celebrating 75 Years of Dedicated Employees! 🎉
Last night we culminated our 75th Anniversary year with our momentous 75th Anniversary Employee Celebration at The Roof & Skyline Park at Ponce City Market! Definitely an event to remember! Thank you to our employees who came out with their families, and our amazing Volunteers that helped make this event happen for employees to have some fun!🌟
A huge thank you to everyone who has been part of our journey. Here’s to many more years of patient care and partnership! 🥂✨ #AnniversaryCelebration #CompanyMilestone #WorkFamily #75YearsStrong

🎉 Celebrating 75 Years of Dedicated Employees! 🎉
Last night we culminated our 75th Anniversary year with our momentous 75th Anniversary Employee Celebration at The Roof & Skyline Park at Ponce City Market! Definitely an event to remember! Thank you to our employees who came out with their families, and our amazing Volunteers that helped make this event happen for employees to have some fun!🌟
A huge thank you to everyone who has been part of our journey. Here’s to many more years of patient care and partnership! 🥂✨ #AnniversaryCelebration #CompanyMilestone #WorkFamily #75YearsStrong
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We are proud to announce Brittany Arnett, our Hospice Atlanta Director of Clinical Operations, South, has been named the Hospice News' 2024 Future Leaders Award Winner! 
This prestigious award program is sponsored by Homecare Homebase, and is designed to recognize up-and-coming industry members who are shaping the next decade of home health, hospice, senior housing, skilled nursing, and behavioral health.

Brittany’s award was announced in prominent industry news publication Hospice News, and below is the link to the article, where you can read her interview statements. 

This award is quite reflective of Brittany’s dedication, leadership, and her willingness to step in and take care of her team’s and patients’ needs, as a patient-minded leader!

Congratulations Brittany and thank you for all you do for our patients, our employees, and how much passion and heart you bring to work each day. 

Link to the Hospice News article, featuring Brittany! 
https://hospicenews.com/2024/09/13/future-leaders-brittany-arnett-director-of-clinical-operations-visiting-nurse-health-system-hospice-atlanta/

We are proud to announce Brittany Arnett, our Hospice Atlanta Director of Clinical Operations, South, has been named the Hospice News` 2024 Future Leaders Award Winner!
This prestigious award program is sponsored by Homecare Homebase, and is designed to recognize up-and-coming industry members who are shaping the next decade of home health, hospice, senior housing, skilled nursing, and behavioral health.

Brittany’s award was announced in prominent industry news publication Hospice News, and below is the link to the article, where you can read her interview statements.

This award is quite reflective of Brittany’s dedication, leadership, and her willingness to step in and take care of her team’s and patients’ needs, as a patient-minded leader!

Congratulations Brittany and thank you for all you do for our patients, our employees, and how much passion and heart you bring to work each day.

Link to the Hospice News article, featuring Brittany!
https://hospicenews.com/2024/09/13/future-leaders-brittany-arnett-director-of-clinical-operations-visiting-nurse-health-system-hospice-atlanta/
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🌟 Employee of the Month: September 2024 🌟
We are thrilled to announce that our Employee of the Month for September is none other than Ms. April Stepp! 🎉
Please help us celebrate all that April offers to our hospice patients! #EmployeeOfTheMonth #Teamwork #Excellence #Recognition #visitingnursehealthsystem #hospiceatlanta

🌟 Employee of the Month: September 2024 🌟
We are thrilled to announce that our Employee of the Month for September is none other than Ms. April Stepp! 🎉
Please help us celebrate all that April offers to our hospice patients! #EmployeeOfTheMonth #Teamwork #Excellence #Recognition #visitingnursehealthsystem #hospiceatlanta
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Happy Labor Day! 
Honoring our exceptional employees and 75 years of caring!
#laborday #gratitude #legacy #philanthropy #georgia #atlanta #healthcareforall

Happy Labor Day!
Honoring our exceptional employees and 75 years of caring!
#laborday #gratitude #legacy #philanthropy #georgia #atlanta #healthcareforall
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Happy Labor Day! 
#laborday #gratitude #fun #employees #care

Happy Labor Day!
#laborday #gratitude #fun #employees #care
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🌟 Volunteer Spotlight: Celebrating an Exceptional Heart! 🌟
This Labor Day, we wanted to shine a light on our amazing volunteers, laboring so generously for our mission!
One of our extraordinary volunteers at Hospice Atlanta, Stuart, received a lovely letter from our patient's family, about his amazing care, and how much Stuart helps!🌺 Whether it's through a comforting conversation, a warm smile, or lending a helping hand, Stuart embodies the true spirit of volunteerism.
Thank you Stuart for your generosity of spirit, sense of humor and willingness to support our patients and their families. 

All of our Volunteers are beacons of kindness and compassion, dedicating countless hours to ensuring our staff, patients and their families feel supported and cared for during their most challenging times. 

We are incredibly grateful for each and every one of our volunteers, and their dedication, compassion, and the positive experiences they offer! 🌈
#VolunteerSpotlight#hospiceatlanta#CommunityHeroes#gratitude#CompassionInAction

🌟 Volunteer Spotlight: Celebrating an Exceptional Heart! 🌟
This Labor Day, we wanted to shine a light on our amazing volunteers, laboring so generously for our mission!
One of our extraordinary volunteers at Hospice Atlanta, Stuart, received a lovely letter from our patient`s family, about his amazing care, and how much Stuart helps!🌺 Whether it`s through a comforting conversation, a warm smile, or lending a helping hand, Stuart embodies the true spirit of volunteerism.
Thank you Stuart for your generosity of spirit, sense of humor and willingness to support our patients and their families.

All of our Volunteers are beacons of kindness and compassion, dedicating countless hours to ensuring our staff, patients and their families feel supported and cared for during their most challenging times.

We are incredibly grateful for each and every one of our volunteers, and their dedication, compassion, and the positive experiences they offer! 🌈
#VolunteerSpotlight#hospiceatlanta#CommunityHeroes#gratitude#CompassionInAction
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