Julie Williamson

 
 

Recent Articles

No pain = all gain

February 01, 2012

When it comes to dispensing pain relief meds to residents, the old methods are no longer viewed as sufficient. Better medication management is key.
 

Quality care at hand

January 03, 2012

From tablets to smartphones, mobile technology is now an affordable way to spend more time with a resident while boosting efficiency for the caregiver.
 

Clearing the air

December 01, 2011

Indoor air can be 1,000 times more polluted than outdoor air in some facilities. Here's what providers should know about HVAC, water infiltration and renovations.
 

Economies of scale

November 01, 2011

From medical supplies to food service and even golf carts, group purchasing organizations are opening doors for providers looking for discounts.
 

License to succeed

October 01, 2011

Finding and training compassionate, dedicated drivers is no accident. Planning, screening and rigorous training are essential components
 

Layered lifestyle

October 01, 2011

To accommodate the demands of their disparate resident populations, eldercare operators are increasingly adopting a security approach to meet residents' needs.
 

No regret shopping

September 01, 2011

Time, research spent exploring options will pay off in bathing unit and lift buys
 

Best feet forward: How to target DFUs

August 02, 2011

Providers find that the growing challenge of serving more diabetics and their foot ulcers is best done with foot specialists and a dedicated care team
 

Common-sense skin care

July 01, 2011

Good training, effective use of 'team' caregiving deemed the key cornerstones
 

Providers still adjusting to new Medicare rules

June 01, 2011

New MDS and RUG-IV rules are revamping how Medicare services are provided and reimbursed. But every indication is that additional changes are coming
 
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