Are Hidden Workforce Costs Draining Your Bottom Line?
Discover how hidden labor costs like turnover, overtime, and time theft are quietly draining LTC facility budgets—and how Smartlinx helps you stop the leak with a free Value Assessment.
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The Future of AI in Long-Term Care: Insights from Industry Experts
Smartlinx’s Chief Product Officer, Brian Buys explored the evolving role of AI in long-term care and what it could mean for the future of workforce management.
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The Long-Term Care Staffing Crisis: Live Discussion
This live discussion at NIC Spring covers the long-term care staffing crisis—uncover the hidden costs, compliance risks, and inefficiencies impacting facilities.
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The Costly Domino Effect of Ineffective Scheduling in Long-Term Care
Learn about common staffing issues in long-term care that drive hidden labor costs and how effective scheduling can help to remedy these challenges.
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Panel Discussion: Proven Solutions for Optimizing Staff and Reducing Labor Costs in Long-Term Care
In a recent panel discussion hosted by Smartlinx, industry experts from Guardian Healthcare, Journey and Jaybird Senior Living shared proven strategies for optimizing staff in long term care.
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A Real-World Success Story: Transforming Assisted Living with Optimized Scheduling
SRI Management's success story demonstrates the transformative power of Smartlinx workforce management software that prioritize optimized scheduling.
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CMS Launches Staffing Campaign to Tackle Nursing Home Staff Shortages
CMS launches "Nursing Home Staffing Campaign" to recruit and support nursing professionals, improve care quality, and create more sustainable working conditions in nursing homes.
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Smartlinx Live from LeadingAge 2024!
Watch the Smartlinx interview and demo with McKnights Long-Term Care News from the show floor at LeadingAge 2024!
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Overcoming Labor Challenges in Long-Term Care: Technology Solutions Shared during SNN RETHINK
Discover how Smartlinx tackles staffing and compliance in long-term care, with insights from SVP Roger Lusins on their “SOS” framework. Click to learn more!
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From Chaos to Calm: Streamlining Operations to Overcome Labor Challenges in Senior Care
Discover how LTC facilities can overcome the staffing crisis and improve resident care. Learn about innovative strategies and technology solutions that streamline operations.
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Conquer Complex LTC Staffing Challenges with Specialized Scheduling
Learn how a specialized scheduling platform — purpose built for long-term care — can help you to reduce labor costs, ensure compliance, enhance resident care, and build a more resilient workforce.
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Financial Lifeline: Nursing Homes Get Funding Surge Amid Rising Scrutiny and Penalties
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced on July 31 that nursing homes will see a 4.2% Medicare Part A pay raise in fiscal year 2025.
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Embracing Health Tech in Long-Term Care: A Strategic Approach to Future-Proofing Patient Care
Discover how integrating tech solutions in long-term care enhances safety, streamlines operations, and improves patient care. Embrace health tech planning with Smartlinx.
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CMS Issues Guidance on Minimum Staffing Requirements in Nursing Homes
Learn about CMS's new guidance on nursing home staffing requirements. Get insights on facility assessments, compliance, resident care, and preparation for the August 2024 deadline.
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How to Fill Nursing Worker Openings with Your Staff on Vacation
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Manage nursing staff shortages during summer vacations with proactive planning, per diem staff, float pools, incentives, and staffing agencies. Discover how Smartlinx can help
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AHCA Files Lawsuit Against Nursing Home Staffing Rule
AHCA submits lawsuit to dismiss 2024 Nursing Home Staffing Rule
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Celebrating and Supporting Nurses: How to Prevent Burnout and Improve Retention in Long-Term Care
Keyways to celebrate and support nurses, making sure they have the resources they need to succeed. Learn the strategies and tools in place you can reduce turnover and increase nurse staff retention.
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Unpacking the Federal Skilled Nursing Staffing Mandate
Explore the implications of changes from the latest Federal Skilled Nursing Staffing Mandate stipulates and insights from the American Healthcare Association’s recent reports.
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Impact and Strategies: Navigating the CMS Staffing Mandate for Your LTC Facility
Confused about the CMS staffing mandate? This comprehensive guide breaks it down for LTC facility managers, offering insights, strategies, and resources to navigate the new requirements.
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Nationwide Disruption: Repercussions of the Change Healthcare Cyberattack
Discover the ongoing fallout from the Change Healthcare cyberattack with nationwide ramifications andearn about the administrative hurdles, strain on healthcare providers, and patient concerns.
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