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Source: CMSA Today BY COLLEEN MORLEY, DNP, RN, CCM, CMAC, CMGT-BC, CMCN, ACM, RN, IQCI, FCM, FAACM, AND DEANNA COOPER GILLINGHAM, RN, CCM, FCM NEWS FLASH!! The case management workforce is aging, presenting both challenges and opportunities for the future of the profession. As more experienced case managers approach retirement, we must proactively address succession planning, workforce

Source: CMSA Today BY JANET S. COULTER, MSN, MS, RN, CCM, FCM Organ and tissue transplantation is one of modern medicine’s most profound achievements, offering renewed hope and life to countless individuals. Central to this process are the selfless donors who decide to gift parts of themselves. Every organ and tissue donation embodies an act of

Source: CMSA Today BY JAYME AMBROSE, DNP, RN, CCM, DAVID HEINRICH, BS, RN, CCM, AND SARAH SANDOVAL, BS The United States identifies that maternal health is an area of crisis. It is a cornerstone of all national and state health initiatives. The United States is ranked 122 out of 186 countries for maternal mortality rate

Source: CMSA Today BY JANET COULTER, MSN, MS, RN, CCM, FCM Happiness is a fundamental human experience, an emotional state characterized by joy, gladness, satisfaction and well-being. For professional case managers who juggle the complexities of patient care, advocate for necessary resources and navigate a fast-paced healthcare environment, happiness may sometimes feel elusive. Happiness is

Source: CMSA Today BY KAREN D. WALKER, MSN, RN, LSSBB The healthcare landscape is undergoing a profound transformation. In this ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, the role of the healthcare team has become more crucial than ever. This article aims to highlight the evolving role of the healthcare team during an era characterized by swift technological

Source: CMSA Today BY ZACHARY LENERT, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, ACM, CEN The evolving landscape of healthcare continues to highlight the indispensable role of medical social workers and nurse care managers in hospital settings. As hospitals tackle increasing regulatory pressures, complex discharge planning and addressing the social drivers of health (SDOH), the dyad leadership model emerges

Source: CMSA Today INTERVIEW BY ELAINE BRUNER, MSN, RN, CMGT-BC Introduction: Case management for our armed services members includes different considerations than the civilian population. Stressors for military members and families include frequent moves, military control over salaries and education plus lack of childcare resources, and difficulties with spouse employment. I was honored to speak

Source: CMSA Today BY KELLIE BURKE, aPHR, MBA, MSW, CSW, LMSW The days are getting warmer across the country, and we are approaching the unofficial first day of summer – Memorial Day. Barbeques and lawn chairs will be the staple for many as we remember our service members who have paid the ultimate sacrifice. The

Source: CMSA Today BY JENNIFER GAZDA, LCSW, CMC, CDP The field of case management is considered to be a helping profession. A helping profession is any field of practice that provides support and services for human beings. While other professions are working with products or various services, our “product” is people, and what we do