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Overview Who do you think of first when you consider who is running our skilled nursing facilities? Is it our administrators, nurses, or CNAs? How about the housekeeping and laundry teams…maybe not? They often work quietly and efficiently in the background but are incredibly important and very much appreciated by fellow employees and residents in… Continue reading What Does a Director of Housekeeping and Laundry Do?

Interview with a Speech Language Pathologist May is Better Hearing and Speech Month! Many of our patients work with a Physical Therapist and an Occupational Therapist during their recovery process. Many also work with a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP). Kristina Ivey, an SLP for Independence Rehab shared that many patients meet her and explain “well,… Continue reading Better Hearing and Speech Month

Overview There are twenty different facilities that are a part of the Cascades Healthcare community. Each of those facilities is a skilled nursing facility (SNF). Many of us have heard the terms “nursing home” and “skilled nursing facility” used interchangeably. It’s true that the environments of both can be quite similar. However, there are some… Continue reading The Difference Between a Nursing Home and Skilled Nursing Facility

Overview Certified Nursing Assistants, also known as CNAs, make up the backbone of skilled nursing facilities. They are responsible for the safety and well-being of our residents and are integral members of the team. Other terms often used interchangeably with Certified Nursing Assistant are: Nursing Assistant, Nurse’s Aide, and Patient Care Assistant. Although the CNA… Continue reading What does a Certified Nursing Assistant do?

Think skilled nursing facilities only focus on taking care of the basic medical needs of residents? Think again. Activities Directors are employees in skilled nursing facilities who work to address the mental, emotional, spiritual, physical, and intellectual well-being of the residents. Keep reading to find out more about what the role of an Activities Director… Continue reading What Does an Activities Director Do?