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Embracing Innovation: Trends Shaping the Future of Long-Term Care

We Care Online

The long-term care industry is experiencing notable changes, with new trends and technologies influencing how we care for the elderly population. Person-Centered Care: This approach puts the individual at the heart of care, tailoring plans to their unique preferences, needs, and goals.

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What Is The Value Of PCT Certification?

ACI Medical & Dental School

Maintaining Patient Rooms: Keeping patient rooms clean and organized. Common Work Settings for Patient Care Technicians: Hospitals: The most common work environment for PCTs, where they assist in various departments such as emergency rooms, surgical units, or intensive care units.

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Addressing Workplace Violence in Post-Acute Care

Relias

The incidents were not isolated, with 9% of nurses in skilled nursing experiencing workplace violence every week, 6% in long-term care, 3% in home health, 2% in assisted living, and 2% in hospice care. 59% of nurses in long-term care experienced verbal abuse, and 24% experienced physical assault or abuse.

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Meet a Champion of Nursing Diversity: Elodia Mercier

Minority Nurse

Mercier showcased this success at the New York Organization for Nursing Leadership last September. The series highlights healthcare leaders who are prominent figures in their organizations and are making transformational impacts in nursing. Talk about your role in nursing. A good leader listens and values their team.

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Why is Magnet Status Still Meaningful?

Minority Nurse

The program expanded to include long-term care facilities in 1998 and moved beyond the borders of the United States to an international Magnet movement in 2000 as the new century began. Still, knowing that an organization has worked hard to achieve Magnet status can make a specific organization more attractive.

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Post-Acute Care Training Promotes Employees as an Asset

Relias

It is probably no surprise to you that your post-acute care (PAC) organization’s biggest asset is its employees. Administrators are in a position to recognize their staff’s value and foster a work environment that attracts employees and keeps them coming back. Organizational success is also dependent on retaining your employees.

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Medical Assistant vs. CNA: What’s the Difference?

Prism Career Institute

Many employers prefer or require that medical assistants are certified, which they can pursue from a range of organizations, such as the American Association of Medical Assistants and the National Healthcareer Association. CNA programs can be found in community colleges, technical schools, etc.,