Information technology only works if staff is adequately trained
By
Julie Williamson
Apr 01, 2008
Developing a technologically savvy workforce is the secret to a facility’s success when it comes to upgrading systems
Grassley wants explanation for performance-based bonuses
Mar 05, 2008
Sen. Charles Grassley (R-IA) is upset with the way some Iowa nursing facilities are receiving performance-pay bonuses and has said he will ask federal regulators to explain them. Grassley’s request...
Pressure’s on
By
Julie Williamson
Mar 01, 2008
Caregivers have been feeling the heat as CMS has started to focus more on wound care prevention in nursing facilities.
Binding arbitration to settle malpractice claims a growing practice, report says
Feb 13, 2008
The practice of healthcare providers seeking binding arbitration agreements before agreeing to treat patients is becoming more widespread, according to a report in the Philadelphia Inquirer.
Ask the care expert
Feb 06, 2008
After the holidays we have fewer activities and visitors, which really affects the mood of the residents. How can we enhance our activities during this time?
CMS releases final version of MDS 3.0
Jan 18, 2008
Federal regulators released the final version of the MDS 3.0 on Thursday, a week before they will hold a special, informational Open Door Forum on it.
CMS expecting big crowd for MDS 3.0 special Open Door Forum
Jan 09, 2008
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services for the first time is requesting advance registration for a nursing home “Open Door Forum.” The federal regulatory body will report results of its...
Largest U.S. chain pushes to finalize its sale
By
Haymarket Media
Dec 18, 2007
Manor Care Inc. is prodding West Virginia to approve the sale of the nation’s largest nursing home chain to The Carlyle Group. State officials there remain the last stumbling block for completion...
Confusion as public wants more of ‘the worst’
By
Haymarket Media
Dec 04, 2007
The first-ever release of a so-called “worst” nursing homes list last week by federal health officials has whetted the public’s appetite for more.
Ask the nursing expert
By
Anne Marie Barnett
Dec 01, 2007
Nursing staff spend all year accumulating vacation time and then they all want to use it during the final two months of the year. I cannot honor everyone’s request, or I won’t have any staff...