Does the dietary intake a resident chooses really cause changes to their health? Does eating too much sodium cause increased pain or fluid retention or is this just medical restriction to live by? The simple answer is “yes.” The true answer is … [Continue reading] about The Impact of Diet on Resident Health and Quality Care
Electronic Health Records and Security Standards
For providers, patient confidentiality and record security are important components of daily operation. However, many providers may not follow the most current security requirements. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) … [Continue reading] about Electronic Health Records and Security Standards
FHCA Awards Bruce Taylor Scholarship to Devoted CNA
Florida Health Care Association (FHCA) recently awarded Modinat Lowe, CNA at DeBary Health and Rehabilitation Center, with a Bruce Taylor Scholarship. Modinat currently holds her CNA certification but has goals of becoming a Nurse Practioner so that … [Continue reading] about FHCA Awards Bruce Taylor Scholarship to Devoted CNA
Becoming a Culturally Competent Health Care Organization
Phase III of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Requirements of Participation requires that nursing centers ensure that services provided or arranged for by the facility, as outlined in the comprehensive care plan, are … [Continue reading] about Becoming a Culturally Competent Health Care Organization
Cyber-Security More Important Than Ever in Long Term Care
Although cyber-security is nothing new, healthcare providers are becoming more susceptible to attacks on their electronic information ranging anywhere from financial support such as electronic invoices to personal information on residents and … [Continue reading] about Cyber-Security More Important Than Ever in Long Term Care