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How to Combat the Healthcare Labor & Supply Shortage

With no signs of slowing down, healthcare shortages have necessitated action from hospitals and other facilities. SmartLinx is a comprehensive solution for … See more

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Guide to Improving Staff Retention in Healthcare

WEBHere are seven ways to improve nursing staff retention in your healthcare facility: 1. Plan Proactively. The COVID-19 pandemic made it clear that many healthcare …

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How To Fight Nurse Burnout in Long-Term Care SmartLinx

WEBTrain leaders on burnout prevention, too, and make sure they know the signs. Encourage self-care: Ensure nurses take time for themselves, and advocate for the …

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Hospitals & Health Systems Software Smartlinx Solutions

WEBPurpose-built For Healthcare, Always Innovating. Smartlinx was founded 2000 based on our experience as business owners in healthcare. Our founders saw the unique challenges …

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Equal Pay Act in Healthcare

WEBThe Equal Pay Act (EPA) took effect over 50 years ago, yet disparities still run rampant in healthcare. These pay gaps are a significant concern, especially in a field where 86% of …

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The Guide to Nursing Payroll Compliance in 2022

WEBThe Guide to Nursing Payroll Compliance in 2023. To conduct payroll processes and pay your nursing staff accurately and on time, you need to keep an eye …

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ACA Takes on a New Life with Recent Code Changes

WEBNew 1095-C Indicator Codes: 2020 Draft Forms Breathe Life into ACA. After being de-emphasized for years, the Affordable Care Act is back in the spotlight with …

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Investing in the Well-Being of Nurses

WEB1. Prioritize Communication. Fostering better communication in your facility is a great tip for getting one-on-one feedback from your staff. Regularly meeting with your nurses and …

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How to Reduce Staff Turnover in Skilled Nursing Facilities

WEBHere's how to reduce employee turnover in healthcare both proactively and retroactively. 1. Offer a Competitive Salary and Benefits. One of the most effective ways …

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How to Enable Your Workforce During a Staffing Shortage

WEBOur workforce management software includes our schedule optimizer to help your healthcare facility: Reduce management and labor costs. Gather data to generate …

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8 Great Ways to Cut Costs in Senior Care Smartlinx Solutions

WEBThe federal Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality recommends you factor in future projects, technology, and activities into their budgets. Like many senior …

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How to Land a Perfect Five-Star Rating SmartLinx Blog

WEBAccording to Leading Age, CMS awards about 10 percent of nursing homes a full five stars and 20 percent one star. The remaining 70 percent are presented two, three, and four …

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How to Effectively Manage Agency Nurses

WEBThe nursing shortage in the United States has been a topic in the healthcare industry for several years. Further strained by COVID-19, a decreasing population of …

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A Comprehensive Guide to 2024 PBJ Reporting in Long-Term Care

WEBPBJ Reporting Due Dates. To avoid any CMS penalties, it is vital that you submit your PBJ reports on time and with accurate data. Below are the 2024 PBJ due …

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How to Manage Overtime in Post-Acute Care Smartlinx

WEB1. Set a Clear Overtime Policy. The first step to managing overtime in your nursing facility is to review your existing overtime policies and procedures and adjust …

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How to Prevent Short Staffing in Nursing Short Staffing Tips

WEBAsk your nursing staff what they think an ideal nurse-to-patient ratio is. Remember, lower ratios equal less nurse burnout and harm to residents, while …

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How Is Managing Agency Nurses Different Than Staff Nurses

WEB3. Pay. While staff nurses are usually salaried, agency nurses are paid hourly and receive a stipend for living arrangements. Because they fill a higher need, agency …

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2023 PBJ Reporting Rules and Requirements

WEBPBJ reporting is a requirement of all long-term care facilities to promote accountability and consistency. According to Section 6106 of the Affordable Care Act …

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5 Ways to Proactively Prevent Understaffing

WEBIn the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, more healthcare facilities are adopting workforce management software and embracing technology as a workable …

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