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.
How to feel confident in IT decision making
By
Rachel Weeks
Feb 22, 2016
The better you know and can articulate your needs, the easier it will be to identify the right technology solutions.
Active-shooter tips from a survivor — how to respond ‘when seconds count’
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Jul 25, 2017
Betty Brunner was sitting down to an appointment at her hair stylist one morning and the next thing she knew, she was diving for the floor, trying to avoid a crazed gunman. Brunner miraculously escaped...
New standards for electrical systems: Are you in compliance?
By
Michael Chotiner
Sep 30, 2015
There’s been a fundamental shift in the building codes that apply to healthcare facilities, published this year by the National Fire Protection Association.
Extension of therapy caps exceptions process hinges on healthcare reform passage
By
Liza Berger
Jan 08, 2010
Whether or not you are a fan of healthcare reform, here’s one reason Congress should pass it: It would extend the therapy caps exceptions process.
Preparing charge nurses for success!
By
Susan LaGrange
Nov 15, 2013
Today more than ever, we hear about the importance of PROACTIVE approaches to prevent as many unfavorable events as possible. One of the key essential proactive approaches that we can implement is to PREPARE...
Big names, ideas mark AAHSA, AHCA conferences
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Liza Berger
Oct 24, 2008
Now that the inbox is cleared, and the suitcase is (somewhat) unpacked, there’s time to reflect on the latest national nursing home conferences held by the American Association of Homes and Services...
First impressions count: Making wise investments
By
Ross Skadsberg
Mar 04, 2015
The baby boomer generation has been a transforming force on all sorts of institutions throughout their lives, and now with 10,000 baby boomers turning 65 every day, they’re transforming the long-term...
Louisville leads the way in aging care innovation
By
Paul J. Diaz, Ralph G. Gronefeld Jr., Pat Mulloy, E. Joseph Steier III
Sep 10, 2012
We are at the forefront of how to grow long-term wellness and aging care services.
Thinking beyond the swallow
By
Renee Kinder
Jul 15, 2015
Meal times are well-defined, often highly structured and supervised intervals during the day in many skilled nursing facilities.