More facilities are pulling the plug on resource-robbing laundry practices — as they seek to lessen environmental burden and improve the bottom line
Illuminate HC wins Quality division in McKnight’s Tech Awards
By
Elizabeth Newman
Oct 12, 2017
Illuminate HC operators saw a “consistent and direct” correlation between delays in call-light response times and negative — and avoidable — patient experiences. Their efforts to change...
Effectively screen those residents
By
Shelly Mesure, MS, OTR/L
Feb 09, 2012
It’s not much of a surprise that many therapists are excellent at everything in their job — except screening.
Analytically Speaking: MDS data accuracy
By
Steven Littlehale
Jan 13, 2012
Since the late 1990’s, the Minimum Data Set has been a primary driver in the long-term care industry, influencing all areas of skilled nursing facility operations. With so much depending on it, ensuring...
Risk Management Feature: Overexposed?
By
James M. Berklan
May 12, 2006
Recent risk management developments have raised the ante for providers. Answers may lie in mastering basic practices
Housing market fear doesn’t affect long-term care confidence
By
Liza Berger
Oct 01, 2007
While the rest of the housing market is gripped by credit fears, those in long-term care are staying confident.
Best feet forward: How to target DFUs
By
Julie Williamson
Aug 02, 2011
Providers find that the growing challenge of serving more diabetics and their foot ulcers is best done with foot specialists and a dedicated care team
Tasteful twists
By
Julie Williamson
Jan 01, 2009
The layout and design of dining areas in long-term care facilities are key to keeping residents and families coming back for seconds
Referrals at risk
By
Julie Williamson
Jan 01, 2014
Interoperability for technology solutions is crucial for long-term care providers.
A roadmap for EMRs: strategies and starting places for long-term care
By
Julie Williamson
Jan 01, 2010
It’s important to choose the right path when implementing electronic medical records. Starting small and identifying a strategy are good places to begin