Our “Learning Cart” is a 15-minute educational program designed to bring valuable information and tips to the direct care team.
Something for us to chew on
By
Brenda Richardson
Sep 07, 2018
Over my years of working in long-term care, there has always been a challenge providing food and beverages to residents who have chewing and swallowing problems.
The skill behind skilled
By
Jean Wendland Porter
Aug 31, 2018
So many times, we get questions about how to “skill” a resident. Is she skilled if she’s getting IVs? Is he skilled because he’s getting wound care? What about the resident whose...
Improving outcomes and reducing readmissions
By
Benjamin Zaniello, M.D.
Aug 29, 2018
In a healthcare system perpetually challenged with care coordination, older patients – especially those admitted to skilled nursing facilities – represent the biggest challenge of all.
How honesty pays in long-term care
By
Alan C. Horowitz
Aug 22, 2018
One can easily make the argument that full disclosure of medical errors is the legal, moral, and ethical approach, if not the only acceptable approach.
Shattering my rose-colored glasses: From provider to family member
By
Tara Roberts
Aug 13, 2018
Over time and with specialization your work focus can become narrowed. You can even convince yourself that healthcare has progressed to the point of thinking we are doing a remarkable job. But being on...
Does an administrator affect the success of a director of nurses?
By
Peg Tobin
Aug 01, 2018
My company, Tobin & Associates, is currently conducting a training program for nurse leaders funded through the Civil Monetary Penalty Grants.
Examining the issues of granny cameras in SNFS
By
Tim Ford
Jul 30, 2018
The news headlines are bringing a modern issue to the public regarding the operation of skilled nursing homes – and that issue is the pairing of social media and the use of video cameras, known in...
Human-centered design on aging well … Happening now in Louisville
By
Martie Moore
Jul 25, 2018
He answered with confidence and insight. He had fought in one of the wars and knew his history on the others. I shamefully could only answer one or two questions.
‘Love hurts’ and sometimes so do averages
By
Steven Littlehale
Jul 23, 2018
Averages can help or hinder your evaluation of performance. Adding a few additional pieces of data can really support your efforts to properly see opportunity and manage risk.