Are healthcare aides underused in long-term care? A cross-sectional study on continuing care facilities in Canada

Conclusion The utilisation of HCAs varies widely between SL and LTC facilities. HCAs in SL facilities may be considered better used according to their required educational training and competencies. Expanding the role of HCAs in LTC facilities may lead to a cost-effective and more efficient utilisation of workforce in continuing care facilities.
Source: BMJ Open - Category: General Medicine Authors: Tags: Open access, Health services research Source Type: research