Staying current on wound care tracking methods is essential for clinicians and other staff members working in today’s long-term care clinical environment.
Talking up speech language pathology
By
John Andrews
Feb 01, 2012
Despite low profiles, speech professionals have assumed expanded roles and are making increasingly critical contributions to rehab regimens.
Meeting the IT needs ahead
By
John Andrews
Dec 01, 2011
Whether it’s electronic medical records, billing software or mobile health, LTC operators must determine which systems are best for employees and business.
Design Decisions: A tower of strength
By
John Andrews
Nov 01, 2011
Expanding occupancy in a finite amount of lot space occurs in a downtown six-story high rise that overlooks the heart of the city.
The power of feedback
By
John Andrews
Nov 01, 2011
Operators have discovered that keeping residents and their families satisfied can help all facets of managing the business — including the bottom line.
Game on for LTC
By
John Andrews
Oct 01, 2011
Recreational options are flourishing as new technology, from Wii bowling to movies on demand to social media, lets residents choose the content they want.
Surviving scrutiny
By
John Andrews
Sep 01, 2011
Faster-paced regulatory climate requires facilities to adopt ‘culture change’ in order to meet new corporate compliance initiatives coming in the next few years
Laundry duty hazards
By
John Andrews
Aug 02, 2011
From safely handling soiled linens to cleaning out dryer ducts, enforcing best practices is crucial for employee health, group efficiency and risk management
Furniture: Take stock of measurements
By
John Andrews
Jul 01, 2011
Providers must earnestly consider residents’ specific medical and physical needs before acquiring furnishings and other design elements or risk the consequences
Improving infection control
By
John Andrews
Jun 01, 2011
Study results indicate ‘culture change’ guided by checklists may be necessary to effectively reduce pathogen threats in new long-term care environment