How to hire a new cleaning contractor post-COVID-19
By
Michael Wilson
May 06, 2021
If hiring a new cleaning contractor, the owners and managers of senior and long-term care facilities must realize that just about everything has changed. What they looked for in a cleaning contractor before...
Insights on becoming a first-time manager
By
Nancy Anderson, RN, MA
May 03, 2019
Many first-time managers perceive the people leadership part of their job as a necessary evil. After all, coaching and developing people is time-consuming.
How ‘taking a pause’ may actually improve the staffing shortage crisis
By
Deanna Vigliotta
Jun 17, 2021
“We’re hiring.” “If you know of any certified nursing assistants, we are hiring.” “We too are desperately seeking caregivers.” “We are actually all set with caregivers.” “Huh? What?” ...
Tips to market your skilled nursing home facility
By
Aubree Dugas
Jul 16, 2020
According to the AARP, 52% of people who reach the age of 65 will need some level of long-term care in their lifetime. Typically, the individual seeking out long-term care is a family member of the desired...
The challenge of burnout in nursing home care workers during COVID-19
By
Conor O'Flynn
May 29, 2020
Any business owner knows that his or her company is only as good as the staff members he or she employs. You can have all of the strategies and competence on your side, but those working under you are...
Why we need to audit our way into cost savings
By
Michael Wilson
May 05, 2022
Long-term care facilities are getting whammed by inflation. Everything they purchase, from food to nursing supplies, has gone up in recent months. Meanwhile, staffing costs have also jumped tremendously...
How technology has senior care soaring into the cloud
By
Bent Philipson
Jun 08, 2020
Imagine that you’re an elderly diabetic patient in your early 80s. Today you’re having a routine checkup with your doctor just to make sure everything is in tip-top shape. But instead of going...
The role of the nursing and housekeeping team
By
Robert Kravitz
Jul 24, 2019
When it comes to protecting health in long-term care facilities, nurses and housekeepers really are a team. They must continuously work together to ensure the health and cleanliness of the facility. Their...
Six proven tips for navigating the COVID-19 and PDPM roller coaster
By
Jonalyn Brown
Aug 27, 2020
Kingda Ka, at New Jersey’s Six Flags, is the world’s tallest, most terrifying roller coaster ride. It comes with a warning: “Not Recommended for Wimps.” Seconds after take-off, you’re hurtling...