Older adults are more likely to take multiple medications, which can increase the risk of drug interactions and side effects. By managing their medicines properly, you as a caregiver can help to reduce these risks and ensure that older adults remain healthy and safe. Also, keep a list of all the medications that older adults…
As a caregiver, you would know how significant your role is in keeping and organizing medical records. You have to communicate with healthcare providers, schedule appointments, and manage medications. As a result, you have the responsibility to collect and maintain accurate medical records. These records can be invaluable when it comes to coordinating care, monitoring…
If you are a new caregiver who has just started working in a care home, it’s likely that you will have your fair share of responsibilities. Though as a new caregiver you will receive adequate training, it is important to learn about common mistakes so that you can avoid them. Here are some common mistakes…
Supervisors play an important role in ensuring that caregivers are providing high-quality care to the residents. To do this, supervisors need to be able to effectively communicate with caregivers. This includes being able to give clear instructions, how to use medication administration record software, giving feedback, and answering any questions that caregivers may have. By…
A good caregiver needs a wide range of skill sets to meet different challenges at work. From medication management to respect the resident’s privacy while offering personal care, caregivers have a lot of tasks on their plate. Reputed care homes provide their caregiving staff with adequate training in these areas. If you are a care…
Well-trained caregivers are better equipped to handle challenging situations that they face on the job. A well-planned training programme helps caregivers sharpen their skills and feel confident. If you are a care home supervisor, it is important to choose a caregiving training programme that is relevant to your staff’s job roles. Also, the programme should…
Medications can be complicated, and residents may not always understand why they are taking them or how they work. Though GPs explain the medications, residents may forget about them. The duty of explaining the medication falls on the shoulders of caregivers. Here are some reasons why it is important for caregivers to explain medications to…
The demands of caregiving can be exhausting and overwhelming. If you are a care home manager, you need to recognise the signs of caregiver stress, so you can take steps to help your caregiving staff: Signs that your caregiving staff is under stress: Feeling tired Changes in appetite Losing interest in activities they once enjoyed…
A medication error is defined as “a failure in the treatment process that leads to, or has the potential to lead to, harm to the patient.” A medication error can result in missed dosage, making the treatment less effective or overdose, causing mild to life-threatening side effects. It is, free, important to detect medication errors.…
Proper medication administration is an important part of care homes and nursing homes. A streamlined medication administration system not only ensures correct medication doses to the patients but also decreases the potential risk of medication errors. Choosing an integrated system such as the eMAR medication system can make it easier for caregivers to seamlessly manage…