Educational Posts

The National Institute of Health (NIH) recently released and article that helps to differentiate whether a runny nose could indicate whether you may have a… Read More

As the colder weather approaches, it is important to be mindful of potential safety risks particular to this time of year.  With a little planning… Read More

CMS recently released additional pocket guides to assist with a quick reference to specific MDS Items.  The recent release included Section GG guidance. Pocket guides… Read More

Improving and maintaining physical, mental, and emotional health is important across the lifespan.  Better brain health is currently receiving increased attention in the healthcare setting. … Read More

Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) maintain an important role in identifying patients who could benefit from skilled intervention.  The input from SLPs and justification within the speech… Read More

Collaboration between therapy, nursing, pharmacy, and the physician is important as we work to provide the best possible care for our residents. Medication side effects… Read More

A therapy screen is a useful tool used to determine if further therapy evaluation is indicated. All long-term residents should be screened for therapy routinely. … Read More

As we know, Team Approach Works Best! (TAWB)  When working to prevent falls, it is important to remember that Nursing and Therapy are collaborators and… Read More

Surveys Moving Forward: Impact of the Past Tammy Alley, RN, Deputy Director Survey Management Tuesday, September 21st | 1 – 2 pm ET Our webinar… Read More

Many residents spend time in our campuses recovering from injury, surgery, or illness with the intention and desire to return home.  For our residents and… Read More