In response to the growing burden of stress on the nation’s nurses during the pandemic, the American Nurses Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the American Nurses Association, has released several...
Hospice nurses told to overdose patients?
By
Kimberly Marselas
May 04, 2016
The owner of a Texas hospice company is being investigated for allegedly encouraging employees to overdose patients and hasten their death to avoid the federal reimbursement cap for hospice stays.
Second chance helps nurses overcome language mandate
By
Phil Brahm
Aug 06, 2016
Amid the growing pressure of nursing staff shortages, an overseas healthcare regulator is relaxing its rules for language testing.
Experts: Taking care of basic needs key during pandemic
By
Amy Novotney
Jun 01, 2020
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to take a toll on both staff and residents, taking the time to provide a leadership team with a refresher on psychological first aid can go a long way, according to a...
Researchers: Be careful with assignment of irregular shifts
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jan 01, 2014
The children of single mothers working a nonstandard shift are more likely to engage in delinquent behaviors, according to a new analysis.
Resident handling programs can minimize worker injuries
By
Mary Gustafson
Sep 01, 2011
The growing disparity between the average American’s weight and safe lifting requirements presents a challenge for long-term care workers who perform heavy lifting. As a result, facilities with safe...