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OCTOBER 2, 2024

If you’re a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) working in a long-term care facility, you play a vital role in the well-being and comfort of your residents. One aspect of care that’s particularly important in these settings is wound care. When to Report to a Nurse Knowing when to report changes is crucial in wound care.

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Minority Nurse

JULY 5, 2023

Aneesah Coates, BSN, RN, is an experienced psychiatric mental health nurse with nearly ten years of experience in acute care, long-term care, and home health care. Nursing leaders should strive to be lifelong learners and stay current on best practices and evidence-based research to improve care.

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Relias

APRIL 10, 2025

CMS primary goal was to ensure that providers have robust systems in place to address a wide range of emergencies that could impact operations or patient care. Conduct gap analyses against CMS requirements and industry best practices. Leverage government tools and resources , such as those from ASPR TRACIE and FEMA.

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MARCH 12, 2025

Whether its skilled nursing facilities, hospitals, or home health agencies, regulatory bodies require that healthcare providers demonstrate competency in delivering patient care. The return on investment (ROI) extends beyond compliance and risk mitigation it also improves patient care, workforce retention, and operational efficiency.

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Northwest Suburban College

JUNE 27, 2024

Our program highlights the importance of clear and compassionate communication to help patients understand how to take their medications properly. In addition, being able to communicate effectively with pharmacists and other healthcare professionals ensures that the patient care team works cohesively.

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Relias

JUNE 19, 2023

Since 2016, fewer patients with severe wounds have received care in long-term care hospitals, and more patients have gone to less costly facilities like inpatient rehabilitation and skilled nursing facilities. When staff is trained on wound best practices, the patients have better outcomes.

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