How do you continue to be a strong leader when you are feeling personally attacked or hurt by another person who claims to be a leader? It’s a great question to ask your work teams. Answers are not...
We’re ugly, and our mothers dress us funny?
By
John O'Connor
Oct 01, 2018
the revelation won’t do much to convince the dark suits that skilled care is the best place to put their money.
We never shut down
By
Jacqueline Vance, RNC, CDONA/LTC
Jan 24, 2018
As the government shut down over the weekend, it struck me once again: We in long-term care do not close our doors. Ever.
Youth and seniors bond at Sedgebrook
By
Ryan Springer
Aug 06, 2014
Whether it’s exploring technology and using an iPad, or building a garden, both the residents at our CCRC and local students were enriched by projects that had them working together.
Asking for the medical record
By
Steven Littlehale
Jan 29, 2014
Millions of dollars have been paid by nursing homes who unsuccessfully defended themselves against incomplete or absent documentation. There are not as many legal guidelines regarding medical records maintenance...
Nursing home funding: Worth a closer look
By
Kimberly Marselas
Jul 19, 2022
The current nursing home funding system overlooks a simple fact: Living in a beautiful, updated home makes people feel better.
When crisis hits
By
Shane Swisher
Feb 27, 2012
Unfortunate events can occur anywhere, at any time, including in long-term care. How a company handles the situation is what determines whether it’s perceived as a success or failure.
Inside the frequent flier club
By
Mary Gustafson
May 10, 2012
If you’ve ever caught in a pool of self-pity but you’re not sure how to climb out, try sitting in the waiting room of a jam-packed pain clinic some time. I promise, your problems will pale...
Nominations now open for McKnight’s technology awards program
By
Kimberly Marselas
Jun 02, 2020
The McKnight’s Excellence in Technology Awards program is back and once again accepting nominations from providers who have used technology to improve the care of their residents. The annual awards honor...
Just a minute! RCS-1 timing is still up in air
By
James M. Berklan
Apr 08, 2018
No timeline has been set for finalizing or implementing a major replacement payment system for therapy patients, a federal official revealed on a national conference call in early March. The Centers for...