Ask the nursing expert: What can the nursing department do to improve our census?
By
Amy Stewart
Jun 02, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic has lowered our facility’s census by nearly 20%. What can the nursing department do to improve our census?
Ask the nursing expert: As the director of nursing, how can I make my relationship with the new administrator...
By
Amy Stewart
May 01, 2021
We’re expecting a new administrator. As the director of nursing, how can I make this relationship work?
Ask the nursing expert: Should I complete an Interim Payment Assessment if a Medicare Part A resident...
By
Amy Stewart
Mar 01, 2021
Should I complete an Interim Payment Assessment (IPA) if a Medicare Part A resident becomes COVID-positive during a skilled therapy stay?
Ask the nursing expert: Will CMS continue to conduct focused infection control surveys in 2021?
By
Amy Stewart
Dec 01, 2020
Will the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services continue to conduct Focus Infection Control Surveys in 2021? If so, what should we expect?
Ask the nursing expert: How can we keep our residents from becoming depressed or lonely over the holidays...
By
Amy Stewart
Nov 01, 2020
With COVID-19 and influenza brewing, how can we keep our residents from becoming depressed and feeling lonely over the holidays if they can’t be with their families?
Ask the nursing expert: What can I do to help employees?
By
Amy Stewart
Sep 01, 2020
COVID-19 has taken a toll on staff, and many are reporting feeling upset, depressed and disconnected due to the workplace demands and decisions made during the pandemic. What can I do to help employees?
Ask the nursing expert: COVID-19 has taken a toll on staff. What can I do to help them?
By
Amy Stewart
Jul 08, 2020
COVID-19 has taken a toll on staff, and many are reporting feeling upset, depressed, guilty and disconnected due to the workplace demands and the pandemic. What can I do to help them?
Ask the nursing expert: How can I determine if a problem rises to the level of requiring a performance...
By
Amy Stewart
Apr 01, 2020
How can I determine if a problem rises to the level of requiring a performance improvement plan (PIP)?
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By
Amy Stewart
Sep 06, 2019
I am a brand new director of nursing services. What processes and systems do I need to monitor regularly? To ensure residents receive high-quality care, the DNS must oversee clinical and resident systems,...
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By
Amy Stewart
Aug 01, 2019
We have several residents who fall frequently. How can we decrease the number of falls in our facility? Start by identifying residents who are at risk for falls. Add timely communication about those at...