As fear runs rampant across the globe, Signature HealthCARE is relying on its core values to provide comfort to thousands of elders and stakeholders. The organization launched its Spirituality Pillar in...
Aging and wellness: Why spirituality matters
By
Carol M. Orsborn
Jul 22, 2013
While an increasing number of long-term care communities have included serving the spiritual needs of residents as part of their mission, few have dedicated sufficient resources to meet the need. Research...
Creating a digital senior space
By
Patrick Smith
Jun 15, 2016
Technology is an instrument of convenience a necessary tool in our daily lives.
Seven best practices for managing service creep
Jan 08, 2016
As senior living communities focus on becoming more resident choice focused, providers have come to recognize the challenge of service creep.
Skilled nursing providers are in the crosshairs of HIPAA
By
John DiMaggio
Jul 22, 2016
If you are a skilled nursing provider, the Office for Civil Rights may have you in its crosshairs. OCR is currently conducting HIPAA audits that target all types of healthcare organizations.
With them for the long haul
By
Erin Johnson
Kourtne DeJean Donnaud
Jun 03, 2021
According to Harvard Health Blog, recent studies indicate that 50-80% of patients recovered from COVID-19 continue to have at least one adverse symptom three months after the onset, even if the patient...
PBJ tips to consider before changing companies
By
Cheryl Field
Feb 08, 2017
Mapping job codes from a new time and attendance company will take a week or more when working with your vendors.
Creating tangible value for advanced wound care
By
Valerie Johnson
Mar 11, 2013
Across the country, nursing homes and other long-term care organizations are exploring the relationship between cost and quality of care. The challenge is to find a viable solution for problems such as...
Three hidden reasons why your OT costs are too high
By
Bruce Baron
Feb 25, 2013
Many times it seems that revenues and expenses are going in opposite directions. That’s why it’s important to look for process improvement opportunities to improve the profitability of your...
Sandy and the supply chain: The vital role of GPOs
By
John P. Sganga
Dec 05, 2012
Although Hurricane Sandy-related news coverage has been plentiful, no one has focused on the crucial role the supply chain played in ensuring that healthcare providers could continue to serve patients...