Another hospital bed entrapment concern: ‘power down’ versus ‘gravity down’
By
William A. Hyman
Oct 10, 2008
There is more to bed-entrapment dangers than just side-rail risks. In a follow-up to his popular column on side-rail concerns, academic researcher William A. Hyman warns providers about the potential hazards...
The proliferation of telehealth in long-term care: I told you so!
By
Neville M. Bilimoria
Oct 27, 2021
I’ve been promoting, writing and speaking about telehealth in healthcare for over 20 years now. But something has happened over the past year: a sea change. I recently had the pleasure of speaking...
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?” ...
The lens of fear: partnering with families
By
Martie Moore
Oct 21, 2020
We must use courageous leadership and be willing to ask an important question repeatedly to assure we are listening with both head and heart to those we serve.
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...
What’s your training style? Sous chef or Door Dasher?
By
Renee Kinder
Oct 10, 2019
October 1 was a day … I struggle to select the appropriate adjective to describe it appropriately. But it was a very long day.
Committing to protecting a vulnerable population
By
Katie Zwetzig and Melodie Bissell
Jul 28, 2017
Their dependence on others leaves nursing home residents at greater risk of abuse or exploitation.
Optimism in the workplace
By
Nancy Anderson, RN, MA
Mar 03, 2017
Reflecting on sage advice I received from a seasoned administrator.
Living with dementia: ‘Nothing about us without us’
By
Charles de Vilmorin
Feb 29, 2024
We can talk endlessly about people living with dementia, but the conversation only becomes meaningful when they are active participants in the conversation. During the recent 2024 Validation World...