How to Evaluate a Company’s Benefit Package
When you are in the market for a new job, salary is often an important consideration. But as you narrow down your choices, there’s another factor to keep in mind: the benefit package. It can have a direct impact on your life and budget. That’s why it’s a good idea to understand and evaluate what […]
2023 Graduates of the Opportunities to Nursing Excellence Program Honored
American Senior Communities (ASC) and Health & Hospital Corporation (HHC) recognized eight graduates of the Opportunities to Nursing Excellence (O2NE) Program at a luncheon on Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at The Bridgewater Club in Carmel. The O2NE program is a unique educational opportunity presented by ASC and HHC, which together comprise the largest senior care […]
A Day in the Life of a CNA
Being a certified nursing assistant (CNA) at an ASC senior living community is more than just a job. You’ll play an essential role in your patients’ or residents’ care and well-being. CNAs and their residents/patients often develop meaningful bonds that make this career choice a very fulfilling one. Good CNAs are empathetic, energetic and detail-oriented. […]
American Senior Communities Hosts Annual Chef Showdown
American Senior Communities (ASC) hosted their annual Chef Showdown on Thursday, August 10 at the Ivy Tech Culinary Building in Indianapolis. Culinary Managers from all 101 ASC communities across Indiana were invited to compete in this Iron-Chef-inspired cooking competition. Six Culinary Managers competed in the 2023 showdown with Executive Chef Michael Minch from Rosegate Commons […]
Creating ‘fixers’ for a new generation of nursing home leadership
This article originally posted at: https://www.mcknights.com/news/creating-fixers-for-a-new-generation-of-nursing-home-leadership/ Indiana’s largest skilled nursing operator is developing a new program to advance leaders across the organization’s footprint, focusing on soft skills and people management techniques that are necessary in a range of frontline and administrative roles. Designing the program falls to American Senior Communities’ senior adviser Donna Kelsey, a […]
ASC’s Quest for Excellence Recognition Program
ASC’s Quest for Excellence is an employee recognition program that celebrates exceptional performance by team members who go above and beyond the normal expectations of their job. Honorees are chosen from all departments including clinical staff, therapists and culinary staff, as well as business office, housekeeping, maintenance team members and others. Compassion, Accountability, Relationships and […]
Preparing Answers for the Most Commonly Asked Interview Questions
Job interviews can be stressful. Many times, the anticipation of interviewing is the worst part. No matter how well-qualified you are, not knowing what to expect can cause anxiety. That often makes it tough to settle down and listen to what the interviewer has to say. One way to help minimize the stress and anxiety […]
Getting a Side Gig in Your Golden Years: Benefits, Ideas and Tips
Article by guest author June Duncan from riseupforcaregivers.org Being a caregiver is a full-time job. But what happens when you need a little extra money to make ends meet, or you want to save up for a special project? Having a side gig can be useful in many different scenarios. There are plenty of reasons […]
Why Senior Care is a Great Career Path for Nurses
If you’re a nurse who has been working in a hospital, clinic or other acute care setting for many years, you might be ready for a change. One option you may not have considered is the senior care industry. Caring for seniors is every bit as rewarding as working in a hospital or clinic but […]
What Is a Career Path and How Do You Choose One?
From greater reliance on technology to more demand for people in the caring professions, the job market continues to evolve. Workers are increasingly forced to consider making a change. Whether you are a new graduate interested in mapping out your future or someone seeking to transition to a new line of work, finding an industry […]