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Workplace Violence Rises Post-Pandemic Post-pandemic life in the United States has brought new challenges to the workplace, with violence emerging as a pressing issue requiring urgent attention. The latest U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Workplace Violence report documented 57,610 nonfatal cases from 2021-2022. Additionally, the number of fatal injuries due to workplace homicides increased by […]

The Benefits of a Silent Alarm Badge for Staff Protection With workplace violence on the rise, having a panic button that also functions as a discreet, silent alarm badge is an easy way for companies to protect their staff because they already require them to wear a badge to identify themselves. Silent alarm badges allow […]

Ensuring Privacy with Fall Detection Devices Fall-detecting devices range from standard color cameras that capture video footage and analyze it for fall detection to more sophisticated kinds including infrared, thermal, and 3D radar technology, each coming with their own level of fall detection privacy concerns for residents. Fall detection devices are usually mounted on the […]

Advantages of Working with a Company in a GPO There are many GPO advantages to working with a vendor who is part of a Group Purchasing Organization (also sometimes referred to as a Group Buying Organization), that passes along savings to its paying members by using their purchasing power over goods and services.  Costco or […]

Back To School Safety Tips Start thinking about these safety tips because back to school is just around the corner and safety is on top of everyone’s mind including parents, teachers, administrators, and of course students. Parents should have a sit-down talk with their children that emphasizes the importance of safety when they return to […]

How To Apply for School Panic Alarm System Grants in the U.S. Many grants are immediately available to help U.S. schools who need access to funding for school panic alarm crisis systems to help them quickly respond to security incidents. The Washington Post has identified 203 children and educators who have died and 453 who […]

Staff Duress Systems Recommended for Senior Living Communities Adding a staff duress system for caregivers in senior living communities is a good idea because some residents with Alzheimer’s or other types of dementia may experience significant personality changes, which can include irritable or aggressive behavior. According to a CNN report, about 5% to 10% of Alzheimer’s patients […]

Navigating Healthcare Communication: Wired vs. Wireless Nurse Call Systems Nurse call systems play an integral role in facilitating communication between patients and caregivers and ensuring timely responses to needs and emergencies. Wired or wireless nurse call systems stand out as two distinct approaches, each with its own set of advantages and considerations. Understanding Wired Nurse […]

Healthcare Staff Duress Systems Save Lives, Help Solve Staff & Liability Issues Healthcare Industry One of Most Violent in U.S. Over the past decade, the U.S. healthcare industry has faced an epidemic of violence in the workplace according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, with multiple factors as to what causes it. There are […]

The Pitfalls of Using a Wi-Fi Infant Protection System: Understanding Its Drawbacks Using a wireless non-Wi-Fi-based RFID infant protection system with Real Time Location Tracking (RTLS) is the best way to protect precious newborns in labor and delivery units because it does not rely on sometimes spotty Internet connections, is less vulnerable to hacking and […]

Senior Living Elopement Deaths Total Almost 100 Since 2018  The Washington Post recently did an investigation that found over 2,000 adults wandered away from senior living centers in the US from 2018 to 2023 which resulted in almost 100 deaths.  The total number of elopements and deaths are likely undercounted because most states do not […]

Help Retain Nursing Staff by Using Human-Centric Technology Help Retain Nursing Staff by Using Human-Centric Technology Including Quick Response® Wireless Nurse Call, Staff Protection, and The Power of Communication to Help Nurses Realize Your Business Takes Their Well-being Seriously Healthcare Employment Outlook The US Bureau of Labor Statistics is predicting healthcare occupations will remain strong […]

The Importance of Fall Prevention Technology: Mitigating Liability Costs for Facilities Falls among seniors in senior living facilities continue to be a major concern, resulting in serious injuries, decreased quality of life, and significant financial implications for both individuals and institutions. Fortunately, advancements in technology have paved the way for innovative fall-prevention solutions. The role […]

Recognizing Hotel Employee Safety Addressing Hospitality Staff Violence Hospitality industry professionals play a vital role in ensuring an enjoyable and comfortable experience for guests. However, the unfortunate reality is that incidents of violence within the hotel workplace can have a profound impact on both staff and customers. To address this critical issue, hotels must prioritize […]

Ensuring Staff Protection in Hospitals: Combating Workplace Violence Protecting Staff in Hospitals Hospital administrators play a crucial role in creating a safe and secure environment for both patients and staff. One pressing concern that affects healthcare facilities worldwide is the issue of workplace violence. The impact of workplace violence on hospitals is bigger than what […]

Addressing School Safety   Understanding the Impact of School Shootings and Violence in Education The alarming rise in school shootings and violence has brought immense concern for the safety and well-being of students, teachers, and the reputation of educational institutions. These devastating incidents not only result in tragic loss of life but also have far-reaching […]

The Benefits of Nurse Call Systems in Senior Living Communities What is a Nurse Call System? A nurse call system refers to a system designed to facilitate communication between residents in senior living settings and their caregivers or nursing staff. It typically involves a centralized console or station that receives alerts or requests for assistance […]

Strengthening Healthcare Efficiency: RF Technologies’ Asset Management Solutions Take Center Stage to Help Healthcare Efficiency In today’s fast-paced healthcare environments, hospitals face the daunting task of managing numerous assets crucial to patient care. The efficient tracking and monitoring of medical equipment, devices, and supplies are essential for ensuring optimal patient outcomes and operational excellence. RF […]

Picking the Right Technology to Prevent Baby Switching The birth of a child is a momentous occasion, filled with joy and anticipation for parents. However, amidst the excitement, there is also a concern that has plagued hospitals and parents for years – the possibility of baby switching. To combat this issue, numerous technological solutions have […]

Ensuring Maternal and Infant Security: The Need for Advanced Technology in Preventing Baby Switching The miracle of childbirth is a profoundly emotional and life-changing experience for families. However, the occurrence of babies being switched at birth, though rare, has been a source of anguish and distress for parents and hospitals alike. The consequences of such […]

Enhancing Hospital Efficiency: The Crucial Role of Asset Management   In a fast-paced healthcare environment, every second counts. The ability to quickly locate and utilize medical equipment is paramount for providing efficient patient care. However, without a robust asset management system in place, hospitals often face challenges such as wasted time and device shortages. Learn […]

Selecting the Right Fall Management Solution for  Senior Living About fall management in senior living As senior living communities look for ways to improve the safety and well-being of their residents, selecting a fall management solution is becoming increasingly important. Falls are a major concern for older adults and care communities, as they can lead [...]

Investing in Staff: The Importance of Staff Protection Devices In today’s world, it is more important than ever to ensure the safety of employees in the workplace. One way to do this is by using staff protection devices. These devices are designed to protect employees from harm, whether it be from physical violence, accidents, or […]

Nursing Fun Facts How do you define nursing? Nursing can be described as a joint effort or independent approach to providing care for individuals from all walks of life, regardless of their age, community, or background. It encompasses activities that range from disease prevention and health promotion to care for the disabled, dying, and sick. […]

Three Wander Management Essential Components Wander management systems are critical in healthcare facilities such as hospitals and nursing homes to ensure the safety of residents and patients who may be at risk of wandering. The system is designed to detect, track and alert staff when a patient or resident attempts to exit a designated area […]

Reliable Wander Management Solutions As a senior living community, the safety of your residents is of utmost importance and so are having reliable wander management solutions. The most vulnerable population of a community are those who suffer from dementia or other cognitive disorders. That's why it's essential to have a reliable wander management system in [...]

Effective asset management is crucial for hospitals to operate smoothly and provide the best possible care to their patients. Medical equipment is a significant investment for hospitals, and it’s essential to know where each asset is located, its condition, and its utilization rate. Equipment locating can help improve hospital asset management in several ways. In […]

30 Ways to Show Kindness to a Senior Below you will discover 30 ways to show kindness to a senior. When was the last time you experienced a random act of kindness? Odds are the occurrence placed a lasting smile on your face. There exists an often-forgotten group who’d appreciate a kind gesture. They are […]

Navigating the Staffing Crisis: New data supports how tech can ease the burden Navigating the staffing crisis can be a real challenge. In this blog you will learn about the problems that this can present and how to develop a plan to tackle it. It's no secret that the caregiver shortage is a serious issue [...]

More Effective Shrinkage Control in Hospitals Using Asset Locating How many dollars disappear out of your hospital doors in the form of inventory shrinkage? Discover the two steps for using asset locating to control inventory shrinkage in your hospital. Inventory shrinkage: It’s the difference between your documented inventory numbers and what physical inventory is truly available. As medical [...]

Hospital Asset Management - Do you have a solution in place? RF Technologies recognizes that an asset management system serves the many needs of a hospital. We see that healthcare facilities view asset management as a way to help improve the challenges that they face, such as caregiver efficiency, routine maintenance, and optimal equipment utilization. [...]

Passive Fall Detection Systems: How to Protect Your Loved Ones and Preserve Their Privacy In this day and age, passive fall detection systems are becoming the norm for predicting and reacting to elderly falls. A fall can be an extremely alarming event for both the person who falls and the people around him or her, […]

Elderly Falls: Facts and Stats Losing one’s balance and falling, or simply misstepping, is a common hazard for the elderly. The fact is that most adults 65 years of age or older will experience a serious fall in their lifetime. Get the facts about falls in the elderly and how you can protect your loved […]

Assisted Living and Aging: 5 Valuable Things to Remember Assisted living and aging are inevitable truths for most aging adults. More than 1/3 of all people will be over age 65 by 2030, which is an older population than ever. With that in mind, there is a greater need for good information, such as things […]

Keeping Staff Educated with Clinical Education What is clinical education? “Clinical education” refers to programs and formal supervised experiential learning, focused on the educational development of staff and application of patient/client-centered skills and professional behaviors. Educating your staff. Staff education is one of the most important things a hospital can do. It helps nurses and […]

Since 1987. RFT Celebrates 35 Years! For 35 years, RFT has remained a leading provider of life safety solutions in the hospital, senior living, education, and hospitality markets. RFT’s sole focus is providing solutions that keep people safe. in addition to defining the standard in safety and security for those that need it most. RF […]

Security in Hospitals: How Hospitals Can Protect Infants Smart Sense Cut-Band Technology SAFE PLACE bands feature Smart Sense Technology with cut-band protection. The RFT SMART PLACE ankle transmitter band is tamper-proof, fully adaptable and comfortable for any infant. Umbilical Cord Transmitting Technology RFT also offers an Umbilical Cord Transmitter as an alternative authenticating measure. No […]

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5 Ways to Have a Safe Halloween with Family & Residents with Dementia Every year pumpkins and spider webs, ghosts, and ghouls appear in October. While many people enjoy decorating for Halloween and wearing costumes, these changes can be difficult for people with forms of dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease. Some aspects of Halloween can be […]

How can Flexible Financing from RFT Financial Services Help You? By Bob Nahorski RFT’s life safety solutions are now easier than ever to acquire through simple financing with RF Technologies Financial Services. Our internal financing arm is available to all customers regardless of market or size. Keep reading to learn about the benefits of financial […]

Skilled Nursing Facilities Face Challenges with Changing Requirements RF Technologies answers the call for UL 1069 certified nurse call equipment with new Quick Response® Pro wireless nurse call system. State requirements for skilled nursing facilities are changing to require nurse call systems to meet the UL 1069 Standard for Hospital Signaling and Nurse Call Equipment. […]

Why risk it? A case against bed rails for fall management By Bill Bulzoni When it comes to resident safety, bed rails, also known as side rails, seem like a logical and effective form of fall prevention and fall management for those at risk of falling in senior living communities. In reality, they can be […]

Knowing Industry Standards for Nurse Call and Emergency Call Systems By Paul Larson | Updated 7/20/2021 Nurse call and emergency call systems have an essential role in senior living facilities. They provide a crucial communications channel between residents and caregivers and enable a facility to efficiently provide for the health and safety of their residents […]

Fall Reduction: Decreasing Cost While Increasing Effectiveness In today’s hospital environment, the fall reduction of patients has become a pivotal issue both from a financial and risk perspective. In addition, JCAHO has mandated in its Patient Safety Guidelines that fall reduction be a major focus of all health care facilities. However, there have been very […]

How Mobile Panic Buttons Better Protect Students and Staff A smart, cost-effective school safety solution By Bryan Tracey Education budgets are tight, and schools need a cost-effective, scalable system to alert staff and law enforcement in case of an on-site emergency. A mobile panic button is a perfect fit for schools. Many schools see fixed […]

Top 5 Reasons Teachers Should Have Mobile Panic Alarms Communities, parents, teachers, and administrators are all actively considering the challenge: How do we safely protect our students and staff? Administrations are considering how well they are currently prepared to respond to strangers on campus, weapons in school, arguments, verbal threats, and bullying. Several districts are […]

Infant Security Architecture vs. Exciter-Based Security Architecture By Paul Larson Providing a secure environment for at-risk patients in the healthcare environment is mission-critical for most hospitals. Infant security performance and the elimination of risk are the keys to any system architecture designed to protect people. This paper compares two security architectures highlighting multiple points of […]

Medical Device Alarm Safety Importance Recognizing the need to eliminate alarm fatigue By Paul Grekowicz The number of medical devices with alarm systems is overwhelming: ventilators, blood pressure monitors, infusion pumps, pulse oximeters, and central station monitors are only a few of such devices. These system devices and equipment are necessary, scanning for potentially dangerous […]