Turnover for private duty caregivers is an ongoing challenge in the industry, and it’s only getting worse. Consider the following tips to help address turnover at your own agency: 1. Focus on compelling job post headlines. A powerful headline can be the difference between a job candidate scrolling past your agency’s post and following through …
The U.S. Department of Labor shows it is still targeting home health agencies in its enforcement of wage and hour rules. In the latest example, the DOL announced the recovery of $137,838 in back wages, including $68,919 and an equal amount in liquidated damages. The DOL reported that Essential Home Health of Lubbock, Texas, paid …
During the Home Health Administrator’s Summit you will develop strategies for improving the value of your business, and leave with proven tactics on how to partner with new payers.
Flu season is once again upon us, and SNF staff need to take precautionary measures to protect the residents in their care. Between 2.2 and 3.7 million Americans have contracted the flu so far this season, leading to an approximate 3,600 deaths since October, according to a recent CDC report. The CDC recommends that SNFs …
It’s not too late to recommend flu shots for your patients. Flu activity usually peaks in February but can continue into May. Not only do people over 65 have a higher risk of flu complications, but some people with Medicare are less likely to get the flu shot than others. You can help protect your …
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