New technology allows residents to roam freely but also helps to keep them safe and within proper boundaries
Flu keeps the heat on
By
John Andrews
Jun 05, 2015
Vaccinations and the return of previously extinguished diseases such as measles were all over the news media this past winter, generating discussion about how vulnerable the population is becoming to new...
Back to faxing orders?
By
John Andrews
Jan 01, 2015
Medication order transmission standards changed from HL7 to NCPDP 10.6, but not all providers are caught up, increasing risks, time and possibility of errors
Ready to wear
By
John Andrews
Mar 01, 2008
Nursing homes are handling linens better than ever before with increasingly sophisticated equipment and practices.
A bump in the road: senior housing operators watch the auto industry with interest
By
Julie Williamson
Nov 01, 2009
Despite recent turmoil in the automotive industry, senior care operators can rest assured that vehicle supply is still robust and that needed parts will be available
Winning the drug war
By
Liza Berger
Feb 05, 2017
Often forgotten or glossed over, there is still one sure answer to questions about how to improve medication mismanagement: have better documentation
Machine learning
By
John Hall
Aug 09, 2018
A fresh era of laundry equipment offers intuitive controls and other innovations
Reinventing rehab
By
John Andrews
Apr 06, 2015
SNFs have increased their presence in rehab for years, and now many need to replace, restore or otherwise reinvigorate their programs.
Getting in the groove: making the most out of your laundry and housekeeping team
By
John Andrews
Aug 01, 2009
Efficient laundry and housekeeping operations must have consistent routines, closely examined work processes and modern equipment, specialists say
The rule that rankles
By
Julie Williamson
Feb 01, 2011
The new Multiple Procedure Payment Reduction (MPPR) rule could strain long-term care providers, but the new pay scheme is survivable, an association says