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SUMMARY:Workforce Watercooler
DESCRIPTION:Quick conversations. Practical solutions.  \nJoin us every Wednesday at 12 pm ET for a 15-minute peer-to-peer session for nursing homes to tackle real-time workforce challenges – together. \nHow It Works\nOne or a few topics each week\nWe’ll discuss one to three very specific workforce challenges depending on the time available. \n15-minute peer discussion\nShare experiences\, ask questions\, and get input from other healthcare organizations. \nSolution sharing\nHear quick tips\, proven strategies\, and what’s working (and what’s not). \nTake it back and use it\nImplement what fits your team’s needs right away. \nShort time. Big impact.  \nExamples of Topics\n\nTwo nurses called out sick for the next shift – how do we safely cover?\nLast-minute call-outs – what are your backup plans?\nManaging agency costs while maintaining quality\nFloating staff – what’s working (and what isn’t)?\nEngaging aides and CNAs in retention efforts\nSupporting evening/night shift staffing\nOnboarding new hires – tips for smoother starts\n\nYou bring the challenge. We’ll bring the collective wisdom.  \nWhat to Expect\n\nPractical\, real-world conversations\nNo long presentations -just what you need\nPeer perspectives from other nursing homes\nActionable takeaways you can use the same day\n\nPerfect if You Are…\n\nFacing a staffing shortage\nLooking for fresh ideas\nWanting to learn from peers\nShort on time and want high-value solutions\n\n  \n \n 
URL:https://qi.ipro.org/upcoming-events/workforce-watercooler-8/
LOCATION:Online via WebEx
CATEGORIES:Free event,Nursing Home
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SUMMARY:First Steps on the Pathway to Prevention for the Beginner Infection Preventionist Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are you a beginner infection preventionist (IP)? Join us for a workshop on Tuesday\, November 3 from 8 am to 4:30 pm. \nThis 8-hour training is designed for new IPs in long-term care. This workshop equips beginner IPs with the core knowledge\, regulatory understanding\, and practical tools needed to implement an effective infection control program.
URL:https://qi.ipro.org/upcoming-events/first-steps-on-the-pathway-to-prevention-for-the-beginner-infection-preventionist-workshop-3/
LOCATION:Online via WebEx
CATEGORIES:Free event,Infection Prevention,Nursing Home
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