New RNs trending more to nursing homes, expert says
By
Elizabeth Newman
Mar 01, 2014
Newly licensed registered nurses are less likely to work in hospitals and more likely to be hired in a nursing home, says a new analysis in the American Journal of Nursing.
Cranberry capsules might prevent UTIs
By
Elizabeth Newman
Mar 01, 2014
Female long-term care residents at a high risk for urinary tract infections who took cranberry capsules twice a day substantially lowered their risk, according to a new study.
Hospitalized seniors likely to need family help, study finds
By
Elizabeth Newman
Mar 01, 2014
Nearly half of hospitalized seniors facing a major treatment decision require help from family members, a new study finds.
Guidance identifies clothing choices for infection control
By
Elizabeth Newman
Mar 01, 2014
Healthcare professionals should consider a “bare below the elbows” approach of short-sleeved tops and foregoing a wristwatch, jewelry or ties, according to guidance released in late January...
MDS staff face time crunches
By
Elizabeth Newman
Mar 01, 2014
Each nursing home resident assessment takes five hours on average for a Minimum Data Set or nurse coordinator to finish, according to survey results from the American Association of Nurse Assessment Coordination.
How to handle sexual assault allegations in long-term care
By
Elizabeth Newman
Feb 27, 2014
In the most comfortable of circumstances, it can be difficult to discuss sexual assault. Mention it as an issue in long-term care, and even seasoned administrators wince.
First-generation antipsychotic use correlated to hospitalization, study finds
By
Elizabeth Newman
Feb 27, 2014
Elderly patients taking antipsychotics should be carefully monitored, especially after they first start taking the medication, due to a higher risk of hospitalization, a new study finds.
When numbers are drawn out by healthcare auditors and red flags wave
By
Elizabeth Newman
Feb 20, 2014
The takeaway in a story last week about extrapolation and Medicare overpayments is, natch, how meticulous providers should be when filing claims — and to understand how individual claim problems can...
Nursing home residents find true love with Rusty the dog
By
Elizabeth Newman
Feb 13, 2014
Even if you are blessed to have a wonderful spouse, any animal lover will tell you: There’s nothing like hugging a dog at the end of a long day or when you’re feeling sad.
Mid-sized employers receive insurance reprieve from White House
By
Elizabeth Newman
Feb 11, 2014
Long-term care providers with between 50 and 99 employees received an unexpected reprieve yesterday, as the Obama administration announced it would give them an extra year before having to offer health...