American Medical Compliance

JANUARY 21, 2025

Resident-to-resident aggression (RRA) is a growing concern in healthcare facilities, particularly in assisted living and long-term care settings. A study published in BMC Geriatrics found that out of 3,693 nursing staff surveyed (with a response rate of 60.1%), 88.8% Encourage continuous learning to adapt to new challenges.

Staff Training

Post University

MARCH 7, 2025

This focus on continuous care enables them to build enduring, personalized relationships with patients, fostering a supportive and responsive healthcare environment. Diagnosing patients and creating an effective care plan that is personalized to meet their needs. Prescribing medication when needed.

Nurse Practitioner

Registered Nursing

MAY 1, 2025

In 2025, as healthcare continues to expand beyond hospitals and into homes, the role of the private duty nurse has become more essential than ever, especially for patients needing long-term care, chronic condition support, or specialized attention within the comfort of their own residences.

LPN

Minority Nurse

JUNE 19, 2025

In the world of higher education, this happens a few times a year. This shortage is already being felt in hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities nationwide, resulting in longer wait times, increased workloads, and a higher risk of errors in patient care.

Long Term Care

Registered Nursing

APRIL 8, 2025

With healthcare employers increasingly preferring BSN-prepared nurses and the nursing profession evolving toward higher education standards, understanding the distinctions between these degree options has never been more crucial. Lower Educational Costs ADN programs typically cost substantially less than BSN programs.

Licensing

Registered Nursing

APRIL 24, 2025

Understanding these high-demand areas can help both new nursing students and experienced RNs make strategic decisions about their education and career paths.

Mental Health

Minority Nurse

MARCH 10, 2025

The Role of Early Diversity Education in Nursing Diversity in nursing education is key to building an inclusive and equitable healthcare workforce. When minority students see representation in their educational institutions, they are more likely to feel empowered to pursue advanced nursing roles.

Retirement

Every Nurse

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

However, physical demands, practice limitations, education requirements, and varied schedules pose challenges. Swift Entry into the Nursing Field One of the most appealing aspects of becoming an LPN is the relatively short educational path. Does the shorter educational timeline appeal to your career objectives?

LPN

Every Nurse

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Summary : Remote nursing jobs are growing in popularity, with roles like telehealth nurses, medical writers, and nurse educators offering flexible work-from-home options. This role involves creating various types of content, from patient education materials to clinical research reports. See our editorial policy.

Nurse Case Manager

Registered Nursing

JUNE 13, 2025

While both involve managing healthcare operations and personnel, these roles have distinct responsibilities, educational pathways, and career trajectories. Nursing administrators work in various healthcare settings including hospitals, long-term care facilities, outpatient clinics, and home health agencies.

Nursing Administration

American Nurse

JULY 8, 2025

While organizations such as ANA have already mobilized to protect our vulnerable populations from devastating cuts in health care funding, the impact must be magnified. I urge every nurse, whether in acute care, public health, long-term care, or nursing education to act now.

Medicaid

American Medical Compliance

JANUARY 31, 2025

This alarming statistic underscores the urgent need for stronger safeguards in long-term care facilities, where vulnerable elderly residents rely on healthcare providers for their well-being. According to the World Health Organization , 1 in 6 adults aged 60 and older has experienced some form of abuse in community settings.

Staff Training

Daily Nurse

MARCH 19, 2025

Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGNP) AGNPs deliver care to the adult and older adult population by managing acute and chronic health problems. They may work in the clinic, long-term care, or acute care/hospital settings. CNSs typically work in hospital and clinic settings.

APRN

Registered Nursing

APRIL 9, 2025

Candidates typically come from biology, psychology, public health, or unrelated disciplines like business or education. These programs condense several years of education into an intensive curriculum that enables students to earn both RN licensure and advanced practice certification relatively quickly.

Nurse Practitioner

Nursing Review

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

I argue that, to ensure they remain in the workforce long term, nurses should be trained in setting boundaries and prioritising self-care. Nursing education must teach self-care and boundary setting as essential skills. Burnout prevention also requires systemic changes.

Self-Care

Registered Nursing

MAY 1, 2025

Nurse Educator For nurses passionate about shaping the next generation of healthcare providers, becoming a Nurse Educator offers a rewarding path. Our articles and guides address hot topics and current events in nursing, from education to career mobility and beyond.

Clinical Nurse Specialist

American Medical Compliance

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

American Medical Compliance is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education to physicians. Resident Wandering Resident wandering is a critical concern in healthcare settings, particularly in long-term care facilities and hospitals.

Long Term Care

American Medical Compliance

MARCH 14, 2025

American Medical Compliance is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education to physicians. Exhausted health professionals struggle to provide effective care, risking harm to patients and the healthcare system. AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.

Mental Health

American Medical Compliance

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

American Medical Compliance is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education to physicians. Traditionally, nursing homes were known for offering long-term care for frail and elderly residents. AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.

Communication

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

JUNE 9, 2025

Non-degree nurses include certified nursing assistants (CNAs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs) who complete nursing-level education programs that don’t culminate in a degree. Certified Nursing Assistant Position Description: Certified nursing assistants (CNAs) typically work in home care and long-term care settings.

APRN

Post University

APRIL 4, 2025

That was a perfect introduction to caring for patients and human interaction, and it was a short time commitment to get started, she says. The Seattle area had high demand for certified nursing assistants (CNA), so Kayla had no trouble finding a job in long-term care and rehabilitation. Having the BSN is a boost.

Long Term Care

Diversity Nursing

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Foot Care Nursing is a specialized area within the Nursing profession that remains relatively unknown to many practicing Nurses. Foot Care Nurses are employed in various settings, including long-term care facilities, hospitals, outpatient clinics, and home health services, and may hold certifications in wound care.

Outpatient Clinic

Post University

JULY 11, 2025

I worked in long-term care, and I truly enjoyed helping residents get ready each day and look and feel beautiful. Some of them didn’t have families visiting them, so I took it seriously to care for them.” To my surprise, I loved being a CNA,” says Sabrina, who grew up in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. “I

LPN

Registered Nursing

AUGUST 1, 2025

Springfield's educational institutions work closely with local hospitals to deliver immersive clinical experiences, preparing students to serve their communities immediately after graduation. Local graduates often find work in hospital systems, long-term care facilities, outpatient clinics, and home health services.

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Settings for geriatric careers include primary care offices, hospitals, home health services, assisted living communities, senior centers, nursing homes and rehabilitation and long-term care facilities. Earn an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Nurse Practitioner

American Medical Compliance

JULY 1, 2025

Whether you’re running an assisted living facility, managing a long-term care home, or supporting a residential care center, your quality ratings say a lot about the kind of care you provide. Let’s build better care together. Click here.

Long Term Care

Registered Nursing

AUGUST 1, 2025

AGNP tracks near Fort Lauderdale emphasize geriatric assessment, chronic disease management, and pharmacology, blending online coursework with clinical practicums at local hospitals and long-term care facilities. Our rankings highlight options that balance cost with quality education, making your decision easier.

Post University

APRIL 2, 2025

After high school, she explored educational options that were affordable and close to home, which led her to the vocational technical school in town. Getting Her Start For seven years, Heather worked as an LPN in a dementia unit and in a long-term care center. With more education came more opportunities for Heather.

Education

Capitol Beat

APRIL 15, 2025

Medicaid accounts for 19% of hospital revenues and serves as the primary payer for long term care services and supports. Therefore, these cuts would lead to job losses across the health care sectorone estimate holds that 477,000 health care workers will lose their jobs as a result of Medicaid cuts.

Medicaid

Penn Nursing

APRIL 17, 2024

Menu Button Building Connections How innovation in education stands to transform the future nursing workforce for an aging population in nursing homes. Esther Lee “The idea was that if we could get nursing students into nursing homes during their education, maybe we could really transform nursing-home care,” Hodgson says.

Long Term Care

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

DECEMBER 30, 2024

9 The Educator Exodus As the median age of the RN population has increased, so has the age of RNs who have stepped into an educator role. Advances in nursing education, the workplace and at the policy level may spark the change. Greater Access to Education Education is the bedrock for growing the population of skilled nurses.

Nurse Shortage

Registered Nursing

JULY 29, 2025

Show 1 More Programs ˅ *Source: IPEDS 2023 postsecondary education data, NCES. Extensive clinical network – Partnerships with Midland Memorial Hospital, Covenant Health Midland's specialty units, and long-term care facilities deliver over 600 clinical hours across acute, specialty, and community settings.

Licensing

American Nurse

JULY 9, 2025

In addition, because foot care is a manual task, it will remain protected against the growth of AI in healthcare and its potential to displace professionals. CFCNs perform assessments, implement interventions, and provide patient education. These clinics are usually private pay, where a set fee is charged for each individual.

Medicare

IntelyCare

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

As more state regulators explore rate caps for nurses, many in long-term care see an opportunity to bring workers back in-house and slash staffing costs. Access the Webinar: Understanding Rate Caps and Controlling Staffing Costs in Long-Term Care Fill out the form below to be sent the webinar recording!

Long Term Care

IntelyCare

OCTOBER 11, 2023

News surrounding the proposed federal staffing mandate and rate caps has been dominating long-term care headlines these days. In this conversation, the two break down the impact that staffing minimums and rate caps may have on a facility’s workforce development, budgeting, and ability to provide quality, consistent care.

Long Term Care

Diversity Nursing

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Nurse Educators play a crucial role in shaping the future of Nursing by preparing the next generation of Nurses to meet evolving healthcare needs. Their responsibilities extend beyond traditional patient care to education, mentoring, and influencing the development of Nursing professionals.

Nurse Educator

Nursing Inquiry

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Abstract Nurse engagement, empowerment and strong relationships among staff, residents and families, are essential to attract and retain a suitably qualified and skilled nursing workforce for safe, quality care. There is, however, limited research that explores engagement, empowerment and relational coordination in long-term care (LTC).

Long Term Care