tudy of Medicare provider and claims data found hospitals are choosing to work more closely with skilled nursing facilities that use fewer resources, record shorter lengths of stay, and perform better...
Foreign-born workers could fill gaps, would need support
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Kimberly Marselas
Oct 29, 2018
Overseas talent may be key to filling nursing home hiring gaps, according to a research series published by The LeadingAge LTSS Center @UMass Boston.
‘Code Silver’ simulations are enhancing staff confidence
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Kimberly Marselas
Nov 02, 2018
A workplace violence training program developed by an Ohio health system equipped staff with new responses and for reacting to potentially violent situations. Summa Health System’s efforts included classroom...
Staff texting can be a lifeline, but convenience comes with a cost, experts warn providers
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Kimberly Marselas
Jan 03, 2019
Late last year, anyone using the right search terms could have stumbled onto an open database containing valuable text messages that should have remained private — including appointment and billing information...