Healthcare workers more amenable to ‘softer, slower’ robot models joining the staff, study shows
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Aaron Dorman
Dec 08, 2023
Robot models with “soft, flexible” parts and materials are viewed more favorably than their hard-body counterparts, a new study shows.
Providers advised: VR platforms may not be worthwhile for octogenarians and above
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Aaron Dorman
Dec 04, 2023
“Younger seniors” — those between the ages of 65 and 75 — have more use for VR than their less healthy older peers, researchers have found.
More tech training desired for healthcare professionals, especially for AI tools, new report shows
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Aaron Dorman
Nov 27, 2023
More than 40% of healthcare pros believe a lack of tech skills is the biggest obstacle they face, a new report on training shows.
Next-gen nurses love digital tech but worry that seniors they’ll care for may not feel the same way,...
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Aaron Dorman
Nov 21, 2023
Among nursing students who expect to go into long-term care, a majority support using new digital technology, according to a recent survey.
‘Unique’ senior living workforce challenges have 3 solutions, former Speaker Paul Ryan says
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Lois A. Bowers
Oct 25, 2023
CHICAGO — Three keys to solving workforce shortages in senior living and skilled nursing are changes to the country’s social safety net, reforms to immigration policies, and the use of technology,...
Younger workers most willing to forgo raise for better benefits, flexible work arrangements: Schwab
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Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Oct 25, 2023
Many Gen Z workers, those born between 1997 and 2012, often are more willing than older workers to forgo a pay increase in favor of nonmonetary benefits and flexible work arrangements, according to Charles...
Provider group releases report on leveraging technology for long-term care workforce needs
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Aaron Dorman
Oct 24, 2023
LeadingAge has released a new tool for members that helps outline the myriad technology solutions aimed at workforce needs for senior living.
Online platforms that let nurses pick and choose which facilities they work for are an effort to combat the nursing shortage. The platforms, however, have benefits and disadvantages for all parties involved...
A new software tool enables healthcare providers to offer an early wage access option, which the developers believe will help with staff retention and avoid burnout.
Tech can aid senior living and care staff, but cost and privacy still big concerns: expert weighs in
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Aaron Dorman
Sep 07, 2023
Some challenges related to properly staffing skilled nursing facilities can be met by using tools like patient monitoring, an expert on health technology notes.