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N J Brent

Publications and source records attributed to N J Brent.

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Age discrimination and downsizing in home care.

This article is not to be viewed as a comprehensive review of the ADEA and the "older" nurse's rights when terminated from a position, nor can it be taken as specific legal advice. Rather, it should be viewed as a starting point from which the home healthcare nurse can begin to proactively deal with a job loss that is neither expected nor welcome.

Employee Grievances

Physician contracts. Business and legal challenges.

There is no doubt that PPMCs are here to stay, at least for the near future. This article in no way addresses all of the legal and clinical concerns that the CNE may have when facing an arrangement with a PPMC. Even so, if the CNE can help forge agreements with PPMCs that are legally reliable, that are fiscally sound, that can be managed efficiently, and that are supportive of quality patient care, he or she will have made an invaluable contribution to the future of healthcare delivery.

Contract Services

What to do about Harry?

This case study about a patient labeled "noncompliant" illustrates a common scenario that home care nurses face in everyday practice. The frustration a nurse experiences when attempting to help a patient who rejects assistance is common and demoralizing and is discussed professionally in this study. A nurse attorney, a nurse manager, and a nurse ethicist respond to the author's case to give insight on the many ways in which this case can be viewed.

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