Formal training program for nurses aides
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The Provincial House nursing facility in Marshall, Michigan instituted a formal training program for nurse aides in 1979. Shirley Kindl, R.N., started the program. The training is meant to prepare the trainee to fully understand all aspects of the geriatric patient. The areas of concentration in the training are discussed.
Publication Name: Nursing Homes Long Term Care Management
Subject: Health care industry
ISSN: 0029-649X
Year: 1981
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Quality of life
Article Abstract:
Nursing homes should have a Quality of Life Department the goal of which is to improve the quality of life of the residents through education, communication, knowledge of relevant legislation and encouragement in establishment of interpersonal relationships.
Publication Name: Nursing Homes Long Term Care Management
Subject: Health care industry
ISSN: 0029-649X
Year: 1981
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Facility financing for nursing homes
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Many rural communities have a critical shortage of skilled nursing facilities. Financing these facilities is a major reason for this shortage. Obtaining Community Facilities Loans is one way in which to help alleviate this problem.
Publication Name: Nursing Homes Long Term Care Management
Subject: Health care industry
ISSN: 0029-649X
Year: 1981
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