Care Transition
Movement of a patient between healthcare settings, such as from a hospital to home health.
Definition
A Care Transition is the movement of a patient between healthcare settings, such as from a hospital to home health, skilled nursing facility, or primary care.
Why it matters
Effective care transitions reduce medication errors, communication failures, and hospital readmissions.
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Ep 24Ep 24 · Sep 16, 2026
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Ep 23Ep 23 · Aug 17, 2026
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Ep 20Ep 20 · Jul 13, 2026
The Real Cost of Ignoring Nurse Burnout | Jennifer Johnson
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