When it comes to protecting health in long-term care facilities, nurses and housekeepers really are a team. They must continuously work together to ensure the health and cleanliness of the facility. Their...
A salute to an LTC legend
By
Jack York
Feb 10, 2017
Join me as we raise a verbal toast to Mr. John Derr.
EHRs are changing the way we care
By
Jayne Warwick, HBScN, RN
Jul 01, 2015
We need to be able to collect data in a system that allows us to make informed decisions. Part One in a series on examining EHRs.
Reducing readmissions: Physician services enabled by telemedicine in SNFs
By
John Durso
and John Whitman
Nov 04, 2013
When a resident of a skilled nursing facility has an acute event after hours or on weekends, the on-site nurse will generally call the patient’s primary care physician. Over the telephone, the nurse...
7 tips for selling to seniors
By
Kristin Hambleton
Feb 13, 2017
As a sales counselor, your job is to maintain and further cultivate the relationship after the move-in.
Six proven tips for navigating the COVID-19 and PDPM roller coaster
By
Jonalyn Brown
Aug 27, 2020
Kingda Ka, at New Jersey’s Six Flags, is the world’s tallest, most terrifying roller coaster ride. It comes with a warning: “Not Recommended for Wimps.” Seconds after take-off, you’re hurtling...