Sabra CEO believes industry’s headwinds are in the rearview; expects ‘quiet’ year as it closes...
By
Marty Stempniak
Feb 26, 2019
An industry leader noted some “tangible” reasons for optimism in skilled nursing Monday, including a demographic uptick with the aging population.
Should nurses give remodeling input?
By
Anne Marie Barnett
Mar 01, 2011
Anne Marie Barnett, RN, President, Maryland NADONA/LTC
Scientists achieve breakthrough in stem cell research
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Haymarket Media
Nov 26, 2007
Stem cell research recently took a major step forward as scientists succeeded in turning human skin cells into cells closely resembling embryonic stem cells.
CAST releases EHR model
Jun 21, 2016
A new case study, updated electronic health record portfolio and a new CAST 7-stage EHR Adoption Model are among the offerings in the latest LeadingAGE Cast Electronic Health Records Selection Portfolio.
Smith & Nephew’s wound dressing wins award
Nov 25, 2014
Smith & Nephew announced its advanced wound dressing, ALLEVYN Life, was awarded the Innovative Technology designation by Novation at its recent Innovative Technology Expo in Irving, TX.
PennTech to showcase new vial washer
Feb 18, 2014
PennTech has created a new aseptic machine that can keep vials safe for compounding pharmacists.
Hearings needed on nursing shortage, group says
Mar 31, 2008
An independent group of healthcare leaders has recently asked the Bush administration to hold hearings to address the current and impending shortage of nurses and physicians.
Nursing home bill fails in Louisiana House
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Haymarket Media
May 27, 2005
The Louisiana House rejected a bill this week that would have permitted nursing home residents to sue for damages as a result of certain violations of their rights.
Become tech savvy at McKnight’s Super Tuesday webinar
Jun 25, 2015
McKnight’s Super Tuesday webinar on June 30 will give providers an overview of available technologies for dementia residents. A continuing education credit is available.
How to do it … antipsychotics management
By
John Hall
Jun 05, 2015
Start with root cause analysis, says Denise Wassenaar, RN, MS, LNHA, MatrixCare. Remember that antipsychotics are not FDA- approved for behavioral symptoms in dementia.