American Association of Post-Acute Care Nursing
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NETEC Long-Term Care Special Pathogens Infection Prevention and Control Workbook Available
The National Emerging Special Pathogen Training and Education Center (NETEC) has released a workbook for “assessing operational elements for special pathogen preparedness, response, and recovery unique to the long-term care setting.”
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Person-Centered Fall Prevention Interventions: Beyond Rehab Screen and 15-Minute Checks
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) cites falls as the leading cause of injury-related death in adults aged 65 and older (CDC, 2023). It is imperative that nursing facility staff identify fall risk...
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Culturally Competent Care Planning: What It Takes to Get It Right
Effective with the Oct. 1, 2023, implementation of MDS v1.18.11, items A1005 (Ethnicity), A1010 (Race), A1110 (Language), and B1300 (Health Literacy) will provide nurse assessment coordinators (NACs) and other interdisciplinary team members with a starting...
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LTCSP Survey Resources: Surveyor Tools Updated
LTCSP Survey Resources: Surveyor Tools Updated
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CDC NHSN LTCF Weekly Healthcare Personnel (HCP) & Resident COVID-19 Vaccination Module Page UPDATED
CDC NHSN LTCF Weekly Healthcare Personnel (HCP) & Resident COVID-19 Vaccination Module Page UPDATED
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Register Now: Feb. 22 National Nursing Home Stakeholder Call
Register Now: Feb. 22 National Nursing Home Stakeholder Call