Footwear is an important issue for health care professionals, many of whom spend long stretches of time standing or walking throughout the day. Good footwear is essential to worker comfort, but comfort concerns must be balanced with safety. Employer Obligations It might be tempting to assume that...
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB) arrived in the healthcare world with the subtlety of a cat knocking a glass off the counter — noticeable, a bit disruptive, and guaranteed to require some cleanup. For parts of healthcare that serve our most vulnerable —...
By: Steve Kolker, Insurance Consultant, Employee Benefits, Hilb Group/Barrow Group One of the most essential, but difficult to afford coverages is long-term care (LTC) insurance. LTC insurance covers services like nursing home, assisted living, or in-home assistance that Medicare generally does not provide. The cost for...
Prior to using a patient lift, it’s essential to properly prepare the environment in which it will be used. If you are using a lift in a residential setting, preparation includes assessing the home’s floor plan and ensuring its setup allows the lift to be...
Building a strong, resilient healthcare staff in nursing homes and long-term care settings requires more than credentials — it demands heart, trust, and adaptability. This article outlines 10 practical, experience-tested strategies for developing teams that thrive under pressure. Hire for Heart, Not Just Hands Skill...
This Field Assistance Bulletin (FAB) issued on 7/25/25 provides important updates for staffing agencies that hire domestic workers, particularly those in the home care industry. To summarize these updates: Suspension of 2013 Final Rule Enforcement: The Wage and Hour Division (WHD) will no longer enforce...
Over the last few years, the health care industry has been navigating a challenging landscape. Looking ahead, several trends could continue to influence the sector. Considering these evolving dynamics, health care organizations should closely monitor emerging industry developments and adapt their operations and risk management...
The Three Cs for Safety: Compliance, Competence, and Commitment: A Comprehensive Approach The Paramount + series, Landman, is a fictional portrayal of the drama that enfolds when there’s an explosion at a Texas oil rig killing four workers. While Landman is a fictional show with plenty...
Death is universal, but how we approach it says everything about our values. As more Americans reconsider what it means to “die well,” the contrast with Europe’s approach to end-of-life care is sharper than ever. It’s not just about policy—it’s about perspective. ________________________________________ 🧭 Control vs. Collective...
While modern cybersecurity focuses on digital threats like ransomware and phishing, an often-overlooked vulnerability in healthcare operations is the fax machine. Despite being considered outdated, fax machines remain widely used in healthcare due to HIPAA compliance concerns and the need to transmit medical records securely....