June 30, 2020 @ 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM EDT
The COVID-19 pandemic created enormous pressure on our health care system. Nursing Homes, where over 85% of the residents are among the most vulnerable, were immediately impacted with several thousand residents confirmed positive in only a few weeks.
As of June 18th, Massachusetts reported over 106,422 confirmed cases and 7,770 deaths, over half of those (4,899) were in Long Term Care.
Although the initial surge appears to be lessening, experts are concerned about the potential of a resurgence in the fall. Now is the time to connect, share promising practices and help each other prepare for tomorrow.
Materials
- Recording will be posted in 1-4 business days
- Presentation Slides (Updated)
- Checklist for First COVID Positive Resident in House
- Checklist for Providers
- Access our speakers’ full bios
Learn how Berkshire HealthCare Systems connected with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and local experts, implemented emergency infection control practices, and collaborated within their communities to mitigate the risk for residents, family and staff.
Upon completion of this session, you’ll be able to:
- Review effective COVID-response strategies, including collaboration with key partners
- Evaluate specific efforts to manage infection control, PPE, communication, staffing and clinical care
- Apply best practices in preparation for phased reopening and/or a resurgence of cases
Following the presentation, representatives from Massachusetts Department of Public Health will join our speakers in a facilitated panel discussion.
Meet Our Speakers
Donald P. Burt, Jr., MD
Chief Medical Officer
Berkshire HealthCare Systems
Jill Landis, RN
Vice President of Quality Management
Berkshire HealthCare Systems
Jill Zucco
Vice President of Operations
Berkshire HealthCare Systems