Triclosan hand soaps banned in healthcare: What should LTC facilities do next?
By
Megan DiGiorgio MSN, RN, CIC, FAPIC
May 30, 2018
With a manufacturing cut-off date quickly approaching for soaps containing triclosan, long-term care facilities currently using them may be unsure of what to do next. Here are three steps they should take.
Boosting infection control with new diagnostics
By
Evan Jones
Mar 27, 2019
The benefits of proper infection control are well-known in the long-term care community. Reducing transmission and limiting the number of patients afflicted by a particular strain are primary goals.
How to kick rodents to the curb in LTC
By
Chelle Hartzer
Nov 13, 2017
The weather is cooling down, and that means rodents are looking for their own long-term care facilities. Across the country, rats and mice are searching for warm places to spend the winter, and your long-term...
Lighting design tips for reducing glare
By
Michael Chotiner
Jul 29, 2016
Seniors need a lot more light to see well than younger people, but paradoxically, they’re more prone to experiencing bright lights as glaring.
COVID-19 management: an executive’s firsthand experience
By
Darrin Hull
Sep 08, 2020
It was the call that every post-acute care operator most feared and that many ultimately received since early March — multiple positive results following housewide COVID-19 testing of residents. That...
The pitfalls of recruiting in long-term care
By
Gil Vazquez
Apr 15, 2016
Recruiting exceptional employees for long-term healthcare companies is a talent in itself. The senior care industry is unique because it requires a significant amount of trust and reliability.
Make privacy regs your friend
By
Diane Evans
Dec 09, 2020
During a recent virtual conference, federal officials offered refreshing new context for why privacy regulations matter. Rules aside, privacy is fundamentally about treating people with dignity and respect....
Best approaches for maintaining indoor air quality
By
Michael Chotiner
Nov 11, 2016
Polluted indoor air is a cocktail with many possible ingredients.
The importance of monitoring black box prescription drug use
By
Cal Cook
Jan 29, 2018
Whether you’re a nurse or the owner of a LTC center, you’re certainly aware of the impact of prescription drugs on your clients.
Celebrating America’s veterans
By
Tom Van Daele
Nov 10, 2017
Coining the “Call for Heroes” campaign, Geri-Care is honoring one veteran a month with an event to commemorate their heroic actions.