In this session, we will go over the nursing process (assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation). Learning Objectives: 1. Discuss the basics of physical and mental assessments 2. Talk about how to identify a nursing diagnosis 3. Explain how to implement your plan of action 4. Describe how to create an effective evaluation Speaker: Daphne […]
In this session, we will describe quality measures related to falls, discuss the role of the interdisciplinary team in communication about falls, and identify high-risk medications to both avoid and consider for a gradual dose reduction (GDR). Speakers: Darlene Shoemaker, MS, RN, BC Robert Accetta, RPh, BCGP, FASCP
In this 30 minute bi-monthly chat, we will discuss various topics surrounding NHSN. Topics include official NHSN updates, reminders about upcoming changes, and answers to our most commonly received provider questions. Speaker: Josh Clodius, LNHA
In this session, we will discuss the value of the facility assessment. Speakers: Shirlynn Shafer Tammy Henning
Designed for those who have registered for the AHCA IPCO program, this session reviews the modules and helps prep staff to acquire their certificate. Speaker: Daphne Young
In this session, we will address why an accurate renal function assessment is important for resident health/safety Learning Objectives: 1. Review the available measures of renal function for nursing home residents 2. Apply the use of the renal function assessment to monitor dosing of medications Speaker: Terry Lubowski, PharmD, BS, CPHQ
In this 30 minute bi-monthly chat, we will discuss various topics surrounding NHSN. Topics include official NHSN updates, reminders about upcoming changes, and answers to our most commonly received provider questions. Speaker: Josh Clodius, LNHA
This session will bring to life key elements of infection prevention (IP) in our organization. Learning Objectives: 1. Review key elements of IP 2. Discover ways to help staff become active participants in IP Speaker: Mary Ellen Casey, MSN, RN, MEd, CIC
Thursday, October 31 from 1 to 2 pm ET Topic: Laying the Groundwork, Addiction 101, Older Adults, Nursing This series is being offered to educate, support, and encourage nursing homes and adult care facilities to care for people with substance use disorders (SUDs), to treat co-occurring SUDs, and to treat medical disorders affecting people with […]
This session will review key elements of the Dementia Care Change Package. Learning Objectives: 1. Discover the eight steps to create positive change in dementia care 2. Review tools and resources you can access Speaker: Margie McLaughlin
In this 30 minute bi-monthly chat, we will discuss various topics surrounding NHSN. Topics include official NHSN updates, reminders about upcoming changes, and answers to our most commonly received provider questions. Speaker: Josh Clodius, LNHA
CMS, through the Mid-Atlantic QIN-QIO, offers no-cost quality improvement support for eligible nursing homes. Not sure if your facility qualifies? Join a webinar to learn more and see how the program can help your team. Join an informative, action-oriented webinar for nursing home leaders and care teams. This brief session will provide a comprehensive overview […]