Surveyors have begun reviewing nursing homes’ policies for addressing employee abuse of residents on social media platforms.
Staff vax mandates gain acceptance, while census forecasts stump leaders: McKnight’s survey
By
James M. Berklan
Sep 10, 2021
The dramatic spread of the COVID-19 delta variant has helped splinter the opinions of long-term care administrative and nursing leaders about when census might return to pre-pandemic levels.
Also in the News for Monday, June 14
Jun 14, 2021
NIC: Occupancy rates appear to have hit bottom … Nurse who spurred complaint survey, questioned lax COVID protocols brings wrongful termination suit against nursing home company … Increased scrutiny...
MDS insight found lacking
By
James M. Berklan
Apr 01, 2014
Long-term care staffers’ understanding of the Minimum Data Set and its Quality Indicators is “mediocre at best,” according to recent survey results. Lack of exposure and involvement are...
Insomnia predicts nursing home admission, study finds
By
McKnight's Staff
May 14, 2013
Seniors who have insomnia are more likely to be admitted to a nursing home than those who experience quality sleep, according to a recently published study.
Medicaid expansion improved care for chronic conditions, study finds
By
Phil Brahm
Aug 10, 2016
Low-income adults in two states experienced significant improvements in care after Medicaid services were expanded as part of the Affordable Care Act, according to a recent analysis.
Also in the News for Friday, July 30
Jul 30, 2021
Legislation would extend deadline for providers to use PRF funds … 71% of nursing homes went more than a year without a standard survey: OIG report … NY lawmakers hear case for raising Medicaid rates...
Reasons to lawyer up
By
John O'Connor
Jul 06, 2015
When you provide long-term care services, lawsuits pretty much come with the territory.
Also in the News for Wednesday, Sept. 12
By
Marty Stempniak
Sep 12, 2018
Ohio senior care provider announces massive email hack that risks the personal information of thousands … Survey: Investor interest in skilled nursing holds steady, with operating costs a key concern...
Providers split on Biden while old worries top 2021 concerns
By
James M. Berklan
Feb 01, 2021
Mirroring the November general election outcome, long-term care leaders were almost evenly split about then-President-elect Joe Biden’s prospects for the industry, according to a new McKnight’s Flash...