SOUTH DAKOTA — Avera became the second entity attempting to intervene in the operations transfer of 17 South Dakota nursing facilities in receivership, according to local reports. Former manager Skyline...
Also in the News for Wednesday, June 12
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jun 11, 2019
CNA guilty of abuse after muffling resident’s mouth with hand … Avera pushes for role in Skyline receivership … Value-based reimbursement, management, strategy covered in comprehensive nursing home...
States must know more about ownership before licensing, state auditor general recommends
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jul 24, 2019
Despite “tremendous progress” since 2016, Pennsylvania’s nursing homes need more stringent licensing procedures and a better survey process, a new auditor general report finds.
State News: Former LPN charged in rape of vegetative nursing home resident who later gave birth to boy
By
Elizabeth Newman
Feb 05, 2019
ARIZONA — Authorities have charged Nathan Sutherland, 36, a licensed practical nurse, with sexual assault and abuse related to a case where a resident gave birth in December.
‘Tis the season to feel oppressed
By
Elizabeth Newman
Dec 06, 2013
Should there be any doubt that some long-term care providers have a persecution complex, it’s evident in a response to Tim Mullaney’s blog Tuesday.
Temple’s Dermal Defense Team wins award
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jul 09, 2019
The Dermal Defense Team at Temple University Hospital won the eighth annual 3M Award for Excellence in Skin Safety, 3M and the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society announced.
Drug for MRSA infections to hit market
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jul 01, 2014
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a medication for patients with acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections (ABSSSI) caused by bacteria that includes methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus...
Hydrating ointment, moisturizing cream released
By
Elizabeth Newman
May 01, 2019
Dynarex has added two new personal care products to the “We Care” brand.
3M creates new tape
By
Elizabeth Newman
Apr 03, 2019
3M™ has debuted its Extended Wear Medical Transfer Adhesive, 4075, with an extended wear pressure sensitive adhesive. The 4075 features excellent initial skin adhesion with up to a 14-day wear time,...
Enrich Senior Living launched
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jul 09, 2019
Real estate investment firm 29th Street Capital and senior living developer Solinity have partnered to acquire assets under a new brand, Enrich Senior Living.