Strategies for improving medication management in LTC
By
Doris Yee
Aug 10, 2016
Senior care, especially in long-term care facilities, is becoming more and more complex
Finding cost savings in cleaning
By
Terry Sambrowski
Aug 08, 2016
Long-term care facilities, whether independently owned or part of a large chain, must be very focused on costs and expenditures, and look for savings wherever possible.
Is anyone listening?
By
Nancy Anderson, RN, MA
Aug 05, 2016
In my last blog, I shared some thoughts about people-focused managers as a key factor in creating a culture of engagement.
How iPad-based therapy helped a facility increase standardization and compliance
By
Michele Hart-Henry
Aug 03, 2016
Starting October 1, 2016, new post-acute care quality measures take effect.
Tips on preparing for surveys
By
Jim McLain
Aug 01, 2016
When it comes to preparing for state survey inspections, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of paperwork.
The importance of marketing and PR for nurse leaders
By
CC Andrews
Jul 27, 2016
If you are a nurse leader or other clinical staff member at a long-term and post-acute care community, marketing and public relations are probably not top of mind for you.
F-Tag in focus: F-431
By
Sonja Quale, Pharm.D.
Jul 25, 2016
In today’s environment, long-term care providers face growing regulatory demands designed to improve the quality of care
Skilled nursing providers are in the crosshairs of HIPAA
By
John DiMaggio
Jul 22, 2016
If you are a skilled nursing provider, the Office for Civil Rights may have you in its crosshairs. OCR is currently conducting HIPAA audits that target all types of healthcare organizations.
Working together to heal pressure ulcers
By
Julie Thurn-Favilla, RN, BSN
Jul 18, 2016
Most of us have seen or experienced pressure ulcers, which continue to be a problem for bed-bound patients around the country.
Why I became a nurse educator
By
Lacey G. Bass, DNP, RN, CNE
Jul 15, 2016
For me, nursing was a second career, but it has turned out to be my true calling