Two weeks and counting … McKnight’s 13th Online Expo
By
James M. Berklan
Mar 07, 2019
Final preparations are underway for what become the best-attended McKnight’s Online Expo in history, and that’s saying a lot. This spring’s event will take place March 27 and 28.
A fistful of credits with 10th Online Expo
By
James M. Berklan
Feb 26, 2016
The 10th Annual McKnight’s Online Expo is around the corner, and with it comes the opportunity for attendees to earn five free continuing education credits. The virtual trade show features five educational...
Enduring wisdom for any gender, not just hers
By
James M. Berklan
Apr 24, 2019
I have an odd admission to make: I am a fan of author Mary Pipher and I have yet to read any of her 10 books.
Enraged about an unfair playing field for nursing home admissions
By
James M. Berklan
Jul 21, 2017
It was not a good sign from the start. The “personal” email stiffly started “Dear Sir,” The first line only validated my gnawing feeling: “I can’t tell you how enraged...
Medication handling and added concerns with COVID-19 — June 23
By
James M. Berklan
Jun 11, 2020
Providers should always be careful about challenges and risks when it comes to crushing or compounding medications. Now, however, there are fears of contamination or spreading of COVID-19, as well as ongoing...
Straight talk on some vaccine mandate ‘bunk’
By
James M. Berklan
Sep 01, 2021
As various deadlines approach or pass for long-term care employees to get COVID-19 vaccinations, it’s obvious that the topic is hot unlike any other.
Editor’s desk: In a sea of issues, looking at what is most important
By
James M. Berklan
Nov 29, 2011
It was both flattering and intimidating. At the LeadingAge convention, someone asked me to state my hopes for the future of long-term care. What a thrill to be asked, but with all the possibilities, where...
McKnight’s Online Expo kicks off next week with new coronavirus session
By
James M. Berklan
Mar 12, 2020
The 14th Annual McKnight’s Online Expo kicks off Wednesday and will feature an expanded format that now includes a webinar on the latest on coronavirus.
The heart of it all and the birth of redeeming ideas
By
James M. Berklan
Feb 05, 2021
You had to look only in one place for a pair of fascinating long-term care stories this week.
LTC attacks overuse of observation stays
By
James M. Berklan
Oct 17, 2019
The American Health Care Association is again seeking change to a rule that requires an individual to spend three consecutive days as a hospital inpatient in order to receive Medicare skilled nursing coverage. ...