How Electronic MAR Charts Enhance Care Home Operations

How Electronic MAR Charts Enhance Care Home Operations

Electronic mar charts (eMAR) charts are digital versions of the traditional paper MAR charts. By digitising MAR sheets, eMARs have transformed medication management in numerous ways. They have not only streamlined the drug administration and monitoring process, but also changed how healthcare professionals interact with medication data. eMAR can integrate seamlessly with other electronic health…

Important Types of Training for Caregivers at Care Homes

From administering medicines to meal planning and providing emotional support to residents – caregiving is a complex job that requires a wide range of skills. Right training programs can help caregivers improve their knowledge and skills, which can lead to an improved understanding of residents’ needs. Attending different types of training can help caregivers offer…

4 FAQs on MAR Chart and eMAR

4 FAQs on MAR Chart and eMAR

MAR charts (Medication Administration Records) are documents used in healthcare settings such as nursing homes, care homes, respite care settings, and long-term care facilities. Healthcare providers have to record and document each and every incident of medication administration on MAR charts. Also, MAR charts must be updated regularly to keep track of patients’ doses, side…

Useful insights on filling MAR charts

Useful insights on filling MAR charts

In care homes, Medication Administration Record (MAR) charts are used for documenting medications prescribed to residents. MAR charts include important information such as:  Name of the resident  Time and dates the medication is to be taken Names of the medications prescribed  Dosage of the medication  Initials of the person administering the medication As a new…

For the new nurses, check out these useful insights on nursing and medication

When working in a fast-paced environment, nurses often have to think on their feet while consistently delivering an exceptional level of resident care. If you are a new nurse looking for ways to achieve the best health and well-being outcomes for your residents, here are some useful insights on nursing and medication: 1. Be compassionate:…

Good medical record keeping practices

Good medical record keeping practices

As a caregiver, you know how medical records play a significant role in providing quality care to residents. Properly-maintained medical records help you communicate with healthcare providers, schedule appointments and manage medications. As a caregiver, one of your most important responsibilities is to ensure that medical records are well-maintained. Here we discuss some good medical…

How supervisors can promote work-life balance for the caregiving staff? From using electronic mar charts to regularly reviewing workloads – here’re some useful insights

In the past 2 years, work-life balance for caregivers has taken on an even greater significance. Many caregivers are acknowledging the stress associated with the job and learning self-care techniques. However, caregivers alone can’t change their attitude toward work-life balance. As a care home supervisor, you have to take proactive steps to help your caregiving…