Now, more than ever, home health nurses are needed. There are many areas nationwide that are experiencing the impact of the lack of nurses they have, not only in hospitals but also in the homes. Due to the pandemic, many elderly adults stay home rather than seeking professional medical help or admitting themselves to nursing … Read more
As we all know, going to the hospitals these days is not a reasonable, attainable solution for people who are suffering from many ailments. Many people at home are too afraid of going to the hospital due to the pandemic, or they just got out of the hospital because of COVID-19 and need at-home treatment … Read more
With the rise in Home Health Care and a pandemic on our hands, we need to keep it safe for everyone. Many families are not comfortable sending their loved ones to a nursing home facility anymore; with the horrible way nursing homes have been handled with the pandemic, people are not so sure if they … Read more
As years and years of experience is gained as a registered nurse, sometimes, you can become drawn from the job. Between the politics, the uncontrollable schedules, etc, can cause the job to be drugging and causing a loss of interest. Many nurses that are tired of the everyday grind, turn to working in the home … Read more
A Licensed Practical Nurse, or also known as LPN, is needed when it comes to the home health care industry. There is a big need for these types of nurses to help elderly people who require skilled nurses to take care of them in their homes. Because of the need, if you are an LPN … Read more
Starting a new job is always scary, especially when you’re caring for other people’s loved ones. The first week alone is probably the most stressful and tiring. You want to be sure that you are giving an excellent first impression and helping your client with their needs. As a CNA starting, there are a few … Read more
As a caregiver for an agency, sometimes you can forget about yourself. It is easy to fall into the whirlpool of loving and caring for an elder relying on your help and forget about your personal life. This is not healthy for anyone, especially your client and yourself. This can cause several issues, from mental … Read more
Plenty of home care agencies are seeing an uptick of employees that are Certifed Nursing Assistants. One-on-one caregiving is a more preferred way to work if you are a nurse, CNA, etc. It is a more comfortable environment for many, and agencies provide other benefits. When working out of a client’s home, there is more … Read more
Having a stranger in your home is difficult. Especially when it comes to someone taking care of your loved one, they take care of a family member of yours, and it is stressful to leave that loved one with them. Communication is key when it comes to a relationship like this one. It helps on … Read more
Sometimes, the most overwhelming issue for a family who has an older adult with limited mobility is rearranging for safety purposes. As we become older, our mobility becomes very limited, making it challenging to move about the home safely. As a caregiver, you must ensure the elder’s safety and help the family adjust to the … Read more