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How the right technology can support recruitment and retention during the caregiver shortage

AlayaCare

For example, a study, by Antwi et al (2016), found that a 10% increase in turnover was associated with an increase in mortality among nursing home care residents and a decrease in the quality of care. This has a high impact on steady care for the clients. Technology can be used as an asset to help with the labor shortage.

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How the right technology can support recruitment and retention during the caregiver shortage

AlayaCare

For example, a study, by Antwi et al (2016), found that a 10% increase in turnover was associated with an increase in mortality among nursing home care residents and a decrease in the quality of care. This has a high impact on steady care for the clients.

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Voices: Susan Mills, Senior Program Director for Home Health and Hospice, ACHC

Hospice News

Achieving smooth coordination between hospice care and other health care settings, such as hospitals and nursing homes, is critical yet complex due to the need for seamless care transitions and clear communication.

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Aging Unbound: All About Older Americans Month

Freedom Home Care and Medical Staffing

Consider offering your time at a senior center, nursing home, or assisted living facility. Attend seminars, webinars, or conferences focused on topics such as caregiving, health management, and senior housing options. Volunteer Opportunities: Get involved in volunteer activities that cater to older adults.

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A conversation about mental health in LTC

The World According to Dr. El

But there’s less often a mental health perspective on long-term care, especially from those embedded in nursing home teams. We also mentioned the limitations of a punitive approach to nursing home reform. Families and resident advocates have a place at the table.

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Vanessa Maxwell Celebrates WOC Nurse Week

Minority Nurse

You’ve expanded your nursing career to begin your own business. How did you decide to make the leap as a nurse entrepreneur? I can further elaborate… Bedside nurses still have problems with staging pressure injuries and implementing proper preventative measures. I am always working on ways to improve my business.

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Palliative Researcher Oliver: Family Caregivers Are Also Patients

Hospice News

That assumes that you have somebody at home who’s willing and able to take care of you. And if we don’t make that happen, those patients end up in the hospital or they end up in nursing homes. And the caregivers often will end up in the hospitals. I see where you’re coming from.

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