Most Recent Articles by Phil Brahm
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Sep 05, 2016Recurring errors in the MDS can place bottom lines and resident care at risk. Spending time to avoid potential repercussions is worth the effort, experts say.
Degraded nurses more likely to leave for better job: study
Sep 05, 2016A small study of Iranian nurses examined a troubled group: Nurses who leave because of threats or poor treatment by other staff.
Nurses with a say are more likely to stay
Sep 05, 2016Maintaining a low turnover rate among nursing staff during a time of high demand for positions may relate to autonomy of the job.
Naps may help night nurses
Sep 05, 2016Napping on the job may be beneficial for nurses working night shifts, according to a new study.
CMS to inspect SNFs' social media policies
Sep 05, 2016Surveyors have begun reviewing nursing homes' policies for addressing employee abuse of residents on social media platforms.