Nicole Stempak |
February 17, 2016 A growing senior population needs to be met with a growing senior care workforce. Argentum and OnShift are teaming up to help providers attract and retain employees.
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Pamela Tabar |
February 12, 2016 The senior living sector could need more than a million new workers between now and 2025, especially in five key areas, says a new report from Argentum.
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February 11, 2016 Connecticut has launched a new background check portal to allow employers to screen potential employees, contractors and volunteers who have direct contact with residents.
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February 10, 2016 Succession planning and employee incentives will become even more important over the next few years, as more than 40 percent of senior living’s top-level executives near their own retirement ages.
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February 10, 2016 Nursing home workers are more likely to be fired within six months of being injured, a new study finds. Workers are more likely to quit within six months of being injured multiple times.
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February 9, 2016 Job finder SimplyHired created a list of top jobs without college degrees. Topping the list is licensed practical nurse, with nearly 56,000 jobs available and room for growth.
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February 5, 2016 Nursing home workers have joine other industry workers pushing for a $15 hourly minimum wage in Massachusetts.
Read More » The way you deliver performance feedback affects how employees feel about their work. Research shows regularly praising good work improves employee engagement, retention and leads to even better work.
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February 2, 2016 A CNA is accused of causing fatal injuries to a resident after a fall from a mechanical lift. It’s the latest report for substandard care from Synergy Health Centers.
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January 29, 2016 The 2015-2016 Assisted Living Salary and Benefits Report suggests industry growth may come from memory care and spreading the word about assisted living facilities.
Read More » Social work interns are assets to long-term care facilities. They can help bridge gaps and facilitate conversations among departments, residents and loved ones. They can help pick up slack and breathe new life into a team whose members are often overworked and understaffed.
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January 22, 2016 Gov. Chris Christie rejected legislation to set patient quotas for certified nursing assistants who work in nursing homes. The legislation was intended to improve residentsafety and quality of life.
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January 14, 2016 A new report by the Government Accountably Office found the U.S. Department of Health and Human Service doesn't have a formal review process to ensure workforce programs across its 72 healthcare agencies are aligned with national workforce needs.
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January 14, 2016 Certified Dementia Practitioner training goes global as a U.S.-based training organization partners with an international dementia care association.
Read More » An Activities Department does more than organize bingo games. The department helps residents maintain cognitive function and gives them a sense of independence and dignity. That deserves every department's respect.
Read More » Are economic pressures and changing rules under the Affordable Care Act forcing you to pare down your employee benefits offering? Incorporating voluntary benefits can keep employees happy by allowing them to add on customized benefits.
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Stan Szpytek |
December 22, 2015 There's more to fires than just putting them out. Fire protection systems need to be properly installed and maintained, and staff needs to be properly trained in emergency procedures.
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Kathleen Mears |
December 21, 2015 The holidays aren't happy for some people, but resident blogger Kathy Mears reminds us how to be in charge of our own joy--and perhaps help others to do the same.
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December 19, 2015 Registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs) have different skills and work processes when it comes to medication reconciliation, say researchers at the University of Missouri.
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December 12, 2015 In 2016, AANAC will launch a new organization made specifically for LTC nurses and directors of nursing services.
Read More » Getting along with aides can be a struggle sometimes, but resident blogger Kathleen Mears finds a way to work it out.
Read More » A long-term care financial expert explains on why investing on your staff isn't just about salary, and why comittments to your staff's personal growth can have trickle-down benefits on the entire business.
Read More » A long-term caregiver doesn’t realize importance manual dexterity plays in meeting residents’ needs until the ability to use both hands is compromised.
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October 25, 2015 Avoiding staff terminations begins with more diligent hiring practices, but here are one expert’s tips to handing documentation and process when a staffer isn’t performing up to snuff.
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October 21, 2015 Long-term care has to turn its attention to a different age group: millennials. How can an older industry attract a younger workforce? Peter Schuna, NHA, shares his personal experience and offers expert insight for developing a new generation leaders.
Read More » Nothing is as sure as change, especially when it comes to staffing in a long-term care facility. And residents do notice the change.
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October 12, 2015 New online class will train staff and long-term care facilities comply with accreditation and regulatory standards.
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Sandra Hoban |
October 7, 2015 An incident involving six residents rushed to the hospital resulted in one death. Family accuses the facility and a nurse of negligence.
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October 6, 2015 How can organizations attract, engage and retain the next generation of caregivers? Hint: Technology is your friend, not your enemy in helping caregivers get the job done, says a long-term care COO.
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October 2, 2015 New screening program finds caregiver applicants wanted for out-of-state crimes. WV DHHR says conducting state and federal background checks are important to patient safety.
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