Doctors are dropping the ball during hospital to nursing home transfers, survey shows
By
Tim Mullaney
Mar 13, 2014
Poor communication between physicians is the No. 1 issue hurting patient transitions between hospitals and nursing homes, according to a recent survey of long-term care professionals.
For many docs, ambivalence about taking gifts starts early
By
Deborah Weinstein
Apr 02, 2013
The stereotypical law student’s first day is summed up as follows: Students think they are entering the field for the public good while their neighbors are in it for a hefty paycheck. A study published...
Time for a fire UNDER these caregivers
By
Elizabeth Newman
Aug 14, 2012
When I embarked upon the working world, it was no surprise to discover that a fair amount of newspaper reporters smoked like chimneys. It was, however, a shock to later work on the grounds of a hospital...
When physician observations cause pain
By
Jacqueline Vance, RNC, CDONA/LTC
Jul 17, 2012
A panel of doctors was asked for its opinions about a proposal for a new wing at the nearby referring hospital. It was tough to get a straight answer.
Poll: Nursing tops the list of most trusted professions
Dec 16, 2011
Nurses continue to dominate in people’s perceptions of the most trustworthy profession, according to a recent Gallup poll.
Pharmacists and doctors and nurses — oh my!
By
Jacqueline Vance, RNC, CDONA/LTC
Dec 13, 2011
As I was thinking about packing for a recent convention — and those who know me know a lot went into wondering about how many pairs of shoes I could get into my suitcase — I started thinking about...
Transitions of Care III — Scarier than a horror movie: Medication errors
By
Jacqueline Vance, RNC, CDONA/LTC
Aug 11, 2011
We’ve been talking for a while about transitioning of our residents to and from the facility and some of the problems associated with it. But let’s talk now about just one huge problem, that...
IOM report sparks discussion over role of advanced-practice nurses
Oct 21, 2010
A new report urging policies that promote more independence for advanced-practice nurses (APNs) has instigated disagreements between nursing organizations and physician groups.
Many doctors unknowingly prescribe drugs ‘off-label,’ study finds
Aug 26, 2009
A large number of physicians don’t know when they are prescribing drugs, including antipsychotics, “off-label,” according to a recent report.
Telemedicine found effective at treating nursing home residents with Parkinson’s
Jun 18, 2009
Telemedicine improves both motor function and quality of life in nursing home residents with Parkinson’s, according to a newly released report.