When building new isn’t an option, renovation is the route that most operators take to upgrade their facilities. Even small projects can make big differences.
Admins’ pay rises to $102K, DONs’ up to $90K
By
Liza Berger
Nov 05, 2016
The long-term care field is showing signs of robust health. For the first time since the recession hit eight years ago, it is offering strong pay increases across the board — from certified nursing assistants...
Design Feature: ‘Home’ stretch
By
James M. Berklan
Jan 13, 2006
Trying to create the ever-evolving ‘homelike’ environment has taught long-term care operators a lot over the years.
Pain points
By
John Hall
Oct 01, 2016
‘Getting ahead’ has led to painkillers becoming long-term care’s most vexing drug problem; addictions, overdependence cloud the newly restrictive picture
Feature: Built for success
By
John Hall
Nov 05, 2016
The effectiveness of long-term care operations depends on obtaining capital
for physical features as much as the staff members who work in them
Rules of engagement
By
Julie Williamson
Nov 01, 2013
Personalized programming is a hallmark of effective, enriching dementia care; providing what’s needed becomes easier by knowing habits and preferences.
LTC expert panel: Cautious optimism for SNFs
By
Elizabeth Newman
Feb 01, 2015
As 2014 drew to a close, long-term care providers had reason to pat themselves on the back. Successes over the past year included a significant reduction in off-label use of antipsychotics, improvements...
Care for the caregiver
By
John Hall
Dec 06, 2017
There’s an old saying about the road to hell being paved with good intentions.
Time to come clean: Long-term care providers’ infection control practices are becoming more intensely...
By
Julie Williamson
Jun 01, 2010
In the battle to contain and prevent the spread of infections, staying vigilant about hand hygiene and other cleanliness procedures is critical in facilities
What’s in IT for you: Providers can see the benefit of healthcare technology investment
By
John Andrews
Apr 01, 2010
The potential for a tangible return on investment (ROI) is a compelling reason for long-term care providers to invest in electronic health record technology