Defining staff roles in the Assisted Living Facility (ALF) is paramount to providing quality care to residents and family members. Determining which model your ALF adheres to, whether medical or social, will be a factor when defining staff roles. In … [Continue reading] about Define Staff Roles in the Assisted Living Facility
Nurses Earn Statewide Recognition for their Contributions to Quality Care for Florida Seniors
FHCA recently recognized the winners of the 2018 Long Term Care Excellence in Nursing Awards. The awards were presented by FHCA President John Simmons during the Nurse Leadership Program in St. Pete Beach. Theresa Finn, Director of Nurses at Port … [Continue reading] about Nurses Earn Statewide Recognition for their Contributions to Quality Care for Florida Seniors
39 Florida Long Term Care Centers Recognized Nationally for Commitment to Quality Care
An impressive 39 long term care centers that are members of the Florida Health Care Association (FHCA) have earned national recognition for their commitment to improving the lives of residents through quality care. The 39 members - 36 skilled nursing … [Continue reading] about 39 Florida Long Term Care Centers Recognized Nationally for Commitment to Quality Care
Running Toward the Fire
Big Game Club in Bimini, Bahamas, is home to one of the few deep-water marinas on the small island. Like several spots in Bimini, the Big Game Club boasts hosting the famed author, Earnest Hemingway, as a regular customer back in the day. The … [Continue reading] about Running Toward the Fire
Back Where It All Began
This will mark my final President’s column for the FHCA Pulse. In July, I’ll hand over the gavel at Annual Conference, marking an end to my term as President. I can’t help but reflect on how my involvement with FHCA will come full circle at Annual … [Continue reading] about Back Where It All Began