When you ask people in this sector about the biggest staffing challenges ahead, responses often pour into familiar buckets.
Ask the Nursing Expert about … dignity citations
By
Angel McGarrity-Davis, RN, CDONA, NHA
Jan 06, 2017
We just finished our state and federal survey and received one federal citation. It is about dignity — are you familiar with this regulation, and if so, can you help me research?
How to do it… Design for infection control
By
John Hall
Jan 06, 2017
During remodeling or in between, providers must be continuously mindful of keeping environments clean. “Designers, housekeeping staff and maintenance professionals need to take every opportunity...
EHR usage still too slow
By
John Hall
Jan 06, 2017
When it comes to electronic health records use, providers are filling a gradually building bandwagon, but struggling with resources and a lack of interoperability
The Year of Uncertainty
By
Kimberly Marselas
Jan 06, 2017
Questions about the economy, Medicare funding and other reimbursement issues bring more risk to lending and investing in long-term care in 2017
Guru predicts consolidation
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Jan 06, 2017
The skilled nursing sector could see increased operator consolidation in the coming years, according to an official with the National Investment Center for Seniors Housing & Care.
Reader Poll: What would you tell your younger self if you had the chance?
Jan 06, 2017
“Take everything in stride. Work through the difficult times and enjoy the good ones. You stress about too much stuff you can’t fix.”
SNF resident charged for selling heroin to fellow resident who overdosed
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Jan 06, 2017
A resident of a New Jersey skilled nursing facility allegedly sold a fellow resident heroin that led to an overdose, according to local authorities.
Wearable patch tracks stress
Jan 04, 2017
Lief has created a thin wearable patch that helps reduce stress by vibrating when a user is anxious. The company is demonstrating it at CES.
New PACE program would seek younger dual eligibles
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jan 03, 2017
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is soliciting feedback on a five-year program that would expand the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly to younger dual eligibles and keep them out...