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How to create an environment that reduces turnover

The World According to Dr. El

Their expertise can improve the functioning and atmosphere of the nursing home. Even under conditions where there are reasonably paid and sufficient staff, the nursing home is a stressful environment. Staff conflict is another frequent difficulty in the nursing home setting. Staff support.

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Episode 38: LWH Q&A #1

Living With Hospice

Okay, another sign to look for is a change in their vital signs. As a person approaches death, and we're talking active dying now, their vital signs will get a little goofy. We lost my wife's Dad, four years ago, he was in a nursing home and basically died a miserable death.