Rehabilitative care is the answer for many patients who show a change in mobility or performance in daily tasks, pain, and speech- and swallow-related challenges. When properly delivered, therapy intervention...
Is there an ‘I’ in team?
By
Jacqueline Vance, RNC, CDONA/LTC
Feb 05, 2019
We’ve all heard it: “There is no ‘I’ in team.” But I challenge that.
Therapy documentation: What to know
By
Kristy Wikum
Matthew Mesibov
Feb 04, 2019
Did you know that some of the earliest “medical records” date all the way back to around 1600 BC? Those of us who have either been around long enough or know our history recognize that healthcare providers...
Finding hope in a letter
By
Louise Merrick
Feb 03, 2019
As a licensed nursing home administrator since 1985, I have had many peaks and valleys in my career! I am happy to report that the majority of my work in the facilities I have had the privilege of overseeing...
Would you crash a word diet?
By
Julie Thorson
Jan 30, 2019
What if every day we were only allotted so many words to maintain a healthy communication style? How would we use those words? Would our word diet change at work?
Self-care, team-care and an empty well
By
Eleanor Feldman Barbera, Ph.D.
Jan 29, 2019
While it’s tempting for organizations to meet staffing needs with someone who always says yes, good managers recognize that such requests can push employees to the brink.
Weird, wild and precious
By
Gary Tetz
Jan 24, 2019
So, let me get this straight: While others are sprinkling Xanax on their Lucky Charms every morning, I found a long-term care leader who’s excited about PDPM? Something clearly wasn’t right with...
Under pressure with pressure injuries
By
Jean Wendland Porter
Jan 24, 2019
Before you invest in the most expensive cushions and mattresses available for those at risk, find a provider that can help you with pressure mapping and find out exactly what you’re getting and maximize...
Be a caddie, not a pro
By
Jacqueline Vance, RNC, CDONA/LTC
Jan 22, 2019
Have you ever watched the Masters golf tournament? You know, the guys playing golf in Georgia, trying to grab the green jacket? I think you all know I love a good analogy (not as much as a good cup of...
Yes, Emmy, everyone dies
By
Renee Kinder
Jan 18, 2019
My efforts to explain life and death to my 4-year-old, it seems, have failed and as a result she wants to make sure all current members continue living. If I remain positive and continue to say our family...