New skin injury standards may lead to clinical clarity but they also present myriad questions about billing and liability issues for many long-term care providers
Team coverage plans
By
Kimberly Marselas
Jun 05, 2015
When wound education specialist Rhonda Kistler travels to the 25 long-term care facilities in her region, she often works with wound care nurses on effective prevention strategies and improved interventions.
What’s causing all the concern?
By
John Hall
Nov 15, 2019
Occupancy in the senior housing sector has long been characterized by peaks and valleys. But recent history has hardly been typical. Occupancy decreased to 87.8% in the second quarter of 2019, from...
Disposing I.C. advice
By
John Hall
Jun 06, 2019
Nursing homes are in a constant state of war with stubborn pathogens. Diligently staying clean while contending with the latest infection control rules is no picnic. Every day, staff are confronted with...
Safer than ever
By
John Hall
Nov 05, 2018
Like anything, the wave of innovation sweeping resident security could leave some staff feeling overwhelmed. Still, tech adoption in this space is a fait accompli.
Feature: Prescribing Unity
By
John Andrews
Feb 01, 2014
Assembling a well-coordinated medication management team requires solid communication, collaboration and convergence of clinical professionals
Economies of scale
By
Julie Williamson
Nov 01, 2011
From medical supplies to food service and even golf carts, group purchasing organizations are opening doors for providers looking for discounts.
Technology bytes
By
Amy Novotney
Oct 05, 2015
Working together to streamline electronic prescribing is a ‘work in progress’ that continues to challenge operators, prescribers and pharmacists to get it right
Analysis of antiseptics
By
Kimberly Marselas
Dec 01, 2014
Data-driven strategies, acute-care solutions and natural ingredients will be increasingly important in the battle against HAIs and communicable diseases
Connecting at all hours
By
John Hall
Dec 04, 2015
Software firms and providers are devising novel solutions to engage seniors, families and staff who are embracing technology to stay in better communication