ALF Staff on Staff Sexual Harassment
Working in the healthcare sector is presumably one of the most complex professions in the country. This is, predominantly, due to the fact that being able to efficiently combine their objective knowledge with subjective deduction (in dealing with cases) is an impressive feat –which makes healthcare workers stand out as professionals. This ability is therefore, […]
Can The ALF Be Cited For Using a Hoyer Lift? | FL
This is always a hot topic. If you go according to the regulations, YES but There are instances where a Hoyer lift may be used in Extended Care assisted living facilities. However, if you need a Hoyer lift, you should really consider discharging the resident. ANSWER: ONLY Residents under Hospice care may be bedridden and require specialized […]
Dangers of Social Media for ALFs
More and more social media is becoming a part of people’s everyday lives. It has even changed how we communicate. Many people are regularly publishing status updates, videos, and pictures of their daily lives to stay connected to their friends and families near and far. Of course, even businesses use social media to market and […]
Crushing Medications AHCA Regulation
Medications may be crushed in a Florida assisted living facility only when the prescribing physician, physician assistant, or pharmacist has authorized crushing for that specific drug, since certain tablets and capsules, including extended-release, enteric-coated, or sublingual forms, must never be altered. Unlicensed staff assisting with self-administration are required to read the medication label to the […]