Empathy’s Role in Managing Aggression in Assisted Living
Assisted living facilities are a lifeline for elderly and vulnerable individuals who need care and support in a safe, nurturing environment. Yet, even in these compassionate settings, caregivers often face the challenge of managing aggressive behaviors among residents. Imagine the case of Mrs. Stevens, a once gentle and kind woman who, after the onset of […]
Managing Stress for Caregivers in Assisted Living
Caregiving is an inherently demanding profession, especially within assisted living facilities, where caregivers must balance the dual responsibilities of delivering high-quality care and managing their own emotional and physical well-being. The Alzheimer’s Association’s 2024 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures report highlights that 70% of dementia caregivers find coordinating care to be a significant source of […]
Empowering Staff to Address Skin Issues in Assisted Living
In assisted living, one of the most critical aspects of resident care is the prevention and management of skin issues. For instance, one of the most common risk factors associated with the development of pressure ulcers is being 70 years of age or older. Skin health is not only a matter of comfort and well-being […]
Common Infection Control Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
More than a million hospitalized patients each year acquire healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) while being treated for other health conditions. Despite rigorous training and established protocols, mistakes in infection control can still occur, leading to severe consequences, including the spread of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs). In this blog, we will explore common infection control mistakes and provide […]
Skin Health Management in Assisted Living Training
The following Skin Health Management in Assisted Living Training is designed to educate healthcare professionals (HCP) on how to properly manage skin health within assisted living centers. Additionally, the management of skin health is crucial to the proper care of those living within assisted living centers. This course offers valuable insight and practical strategies aimed towards […]
Effective Communication with the Hearing-Impaired Training
The following Effective Communication with the Hearing-Impaired Training is designed to educate healthcare providers (HCP) on the basis of hearing-impairment and how to effectively communicate with patients who are affected by hearing loss. Furthermore, it is crucial for healthcare providers to understand how to communication and care for the impaired. This course, designed for caregivers, healthcare […]
How to Ensure Dental Regulatory Compliance
Amidst the busy dental appointments, treatments, and patient care, there are crucial aspects that often operate in the background but hold importance. These are recordkeeping and documentation. While the primary focus in dentistry is patient health and well-being, carefully keeping records is equally needed. In a survey, dental providers agree that careful and precise recordkeeping […]
Best Practices for Healthcare Organizations to Ensure OSHA Compliance
Ensuring the safety and well-being of both patients and staff is paramount. With the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) setting standards to protect workers from occupational hazards, healthcare organizations face unique challenges in maintaining compliance due to the complexity of their operations and the diverse array of risks inherent in patient care. In fact, […]
The Role of Compliance Officers in Healthcare Organizations
Compliance officers’ responsibilities extend far beyond merely checking boxes and ticking off regulatory requirements. In fact, 61% of the compliance teams from a Thomson Reuters report also work on long-range strategies for their companies by putting regulatory and legislative changes as a top priority. Compliance officers take on a more complex task such as the […]
Ensuring Safety and Comfort: 3M N95 Fit Test Training for Healthcare Providers
The year 2024 marks another significant chapter in the healthcare industry’s ongoing battle against infectious diseases, and the numbers speak volumes. The CDC’s FluSurv-NET system, a sentinel network of healthcare facilities, documented over 104,000 flu-related hospitalizations across 13 states during past flu seasons. As healthcare heroes continue their unwavering service on the front lines, the spotlight remains […]
Digital Do’s and Don’ts: Navigating Healthcare Compliance Successfully
Providing healthcare is undeniably one of the most promising and rewarding ventures in today’s business landscape. This is because of the rapidly growing global population and aging demographic. As featured in Companies Market Cap, the top 10 publicly traded healthcare companies have revenue of $39 billion to $359 billion as of 2023. This shows that […]
Hospitals Disrupted by Cyberattack
A California-based healthcare provider was the target of a cyberattack that led to hospital closures and redirected ambulance services in various states. The attack occurred at the Prospect Medical Holdings in L.A., which provides services for states such as Pennsylvania and Texas. They are now investigating the breach to determine how it occurred and how […]