Blogs, Guest Columns, Things I Think and Living Leadership
9 things NOT to expect in a nursing home
By
Esther Heerema, MSW
Dec 17, 2014
Family members need to know what to expect when their loved one enters a nursing home: Falls may happen, medications may change, and a private room may not be an option.
Tips on handling the flu with seniors
By
Lynda Lampert, RN
Dec 16, 2014
Using these methods, the flu can usually be contained and treated for the benefit of both the seniors and their caregivers.
Fuzzy math in RAC audits
By
Tara Roberts
Dec 15, 2014
If you are like me and have children who are required to contribute to science fairs, then you understand that the method in a science project is as important as the topic .It is difficult to explain to...
Making strides in resident-centered care
By
Justin Margut
Dec 12, 2014
Bethany Village’s Silver Recognition is a significant milestone in the organization’s culture change journey. More importantly, it reassures residents and families that effective policies,...
Seeing the ‘invisible patient’ in LTC
By
Eleanor Feldman Barbera, Ph.D.
Dec 11, 2014
Jane Gross’ recent post ‘Seeing the Invisible Patient’ in the “New Old Age” blog of the New York Times discusses how professionals often ignore the needs of caregivers of...
Take a look in the mirror
By
Karen Craig, RN-C
Dec 10, 2014
I have worked in the aging profession for more than 21 years, have been a registered nurse for more than 40 years and will soon begin my (semi-) retirement. This has led me to do a lot of reflecting on...
With age comes wisdom … and a sense of humor
By
Jacqueline Vance, RNC, CDONA/LTC
Dec 09, 2014
Anyone who knows me well knows I idolize my dad. He’s taught me so much that there is no way I could quantify it all. And even at age 90, he’s still teaching a lot, I’m noticing.
Any eggrolls with that, Sweetie?
By
Lori Porter
Dec 08, 2014
It so happened that in the drive-thru at Panda Express recently, I had an epiphany. Let me explain.
Determining medically necessary Medicare coverage
By
Colleen Toebe
Dec 05, 2014
Accurate and thorough nursing documentation is the crucial factor in determining medical necessity. As nursing leaders in long-term care, we are obligated to ensure that Medicare documentation standards...
Microchips for nurses
By
Gary Tetz
Dec 04, 2014
My dog has a microchip embedded between his shoulder blades, and it’s really setting my mind at ease. So I think it might be time for every member of your nursing staff to get one, too.