Join us for
CMS Phase 3 Guidance: 4-part Webinar Series
Part 1
Tue, Sep 20, 2022
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDT
- Hear updated guidance for the requirements of participation around Resident Rights; Freedom from Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation; Admission, Transfer and Discharge Rights; and Administration
- Understand operational and procedural changes your facility may need to implement
- Learn best practices for your facility to remain compliant with the new survey guidance
PRESENTED BY:
Michelle Scherwinski RN, CDP, CADDCT, CMDCP The post-acute and long-term care environment has been a part of my world over the past twenty years as a Registered Nurse. I have served employees and patients as a charge nurse, Assistant Director of Nursing, Director of Nursing, Regional Nurse, Vice-President of Clinical Operations and as the Chief Nursing Officer.
Part 2
Tue, Sep 27, 2022
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDT
- Hear updated guidance for the requirements of participation around Infection Control; Pharmacy Services; Quality of Life; and Physician Services
- Understand operational and procedural changes your facility may need to implement
- Learn best practices for your facility to remain compliant with the new survey guidance
PRESENTED BY:
Linda Savage, MSN, RN, RN-BC, NHA, CPHRM CDONA, SWOC USAF Veteran, Linda Savage has over 20 years of operations and clinical experience working in post-acute settings She provides overall strategic direction and sustained success in clinical excellence and value to support building whole-person care and flourishing communities.
Marti Wdowicki, PharmD is a Director Clinical Operations, PharMerica - A graduate of the University of Georgia College of Pharmacy, she received her doctorate in pharmacy. She completed a General Practice Pharmacy Residency at Emory University Hospital.
Part 3
Tue, Oct 4, 2022
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDT
- Hear updated guidance for the requirements of participation around Infection Control; Pharmacy Services; Quality of Life; and Physician Services
- Understand operational and procedural changes your facility may need to implement
- Learn best practices for your facility to remain compliant with the new survey guidance
PRESENTED BY:
Cynthia Fronning RN, GERO-BC, CDONA, FACDONA, RAC-CT, IP-BC, AS-BC Cindy’s experience includes education of nursing home personnel, mentoring of nurses and Directors of Nursing, clinical systems and form development, department restructuring, and mock surveys. She has extensive experience in Medicare, MDS/RAI process, (AANAC certified), care planning, implementation of systems as well as a comprehensive understanding of State and Federal regulations.
Janis Russell, Pharm.D., MBA, Manager Clinical Operations, PharMerica She is a graduate of the University of Florida College of Pharmacy where she received her doctorate in pharmacy. She also earned her MBA and accounting degrees from the University of North Florida. Janis has been with PharMerica since 2015 where she is involved in the implementation and enhancement of clinical activities including immunizations, medication therapy management services, and disease state management programs.
Part 4
Tue, Oct 11, 2022
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDT
- Hear updated guidance for the requirements of participation around QAPI; Compliance and Ethics Program; Physical Environment; and Nursing Services
- Understand operational and procedural changes your facility may need to implement
- Learn best practices for your facility to remain compliant with the new survey guidance
PRESENTED BY:
Nancy Tuders, RN, GERO-BC, IP-BC, CDONA Nancy graduated from Indiana University. She is board certified as a gerontological nurse by the American Nursing Credentialing Center and is board certified as an Infection Preventionist with NADONA and CDONA. Nancy acts as the vice chairperson of Care Providers Regulatory Forum and was appointed to the Board of Examiners for Nursing Home Administrators in 2007 and reappointed in 2011 and 2014.
Rebecca Wingate, Director of Clinical Operations – North A motivated pharmacist with a passion for healthcare who continuously pursues professional development. She has extensive experience in long-term care, keeping current with industry updates and trends. Rebecca is an experienced director and manager of retail and consultant pharmacists, ensuring quality and compliance to achieve improved outcomes for patients and clients
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All Aboard! Staying on Track to Optimize Psychotropic Medications
August 3, 2022
Are you still looking for more information from the All Aboard!
You Asked, We Answered!
Presented by:
Matthew J Palmer, BS, PharmD, BCGP, Manager of Clinical Operations, PharMerica
Nena Hart MSN, RN, CHPN, RAC-CT, C-DONA
PharMerica's Webinar
All Aboard! Staying on Track to Optimize Psychotropic Medications
You Asked, We Answered!
Still looking for more information from the All Aboard! Staying on Track to Optimize Psychotropic Medications webinar?
We captured some of the most common audience questions and detailed the answers from both Nena Hart, Founder, Hart Healthcare Solutions, and Matthew Palmer, Manager of Clinical Operations, PharMerica.
Click here to check out our FAQ from the webinar to learn more
KEY LEARNINGS:
- List trends in psychotropic medication utilization in the LTCs
- Describe steps to implement prior to initiating psychotropic medications
- Identify strategies to optimize the use of psychotropics while remaining compliant with CMS regulations
- Review strategies when implementing psychotropic treatment care plans from admission through discharge
FEATURED SPEAKERS:
Matthew J Palmer, BS, PharmD, BCGP, Manager of Clinical Operations, PharMerica
Nena Hart MSN, RN, CHPN, RAC-CT, C-DONA, Founder, Hart Healthcare Solutions
Presentation Date: Wednesday, August 3, 2022
Click here to Watch Live Recording
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The Medication Pass: An Evidence-Based and Person-Centered Approach to Improving Efficiency
September 15, 2022
Presented by:
Jeff Herr, Pharm D, Manager of Clinical Operations, PharMerica
Bill Vaughan, RN, BSN, Consultant, NADONA
In Long-Term Care, the administration of medications requires a significant commitment of time and expertise. And when clinically irrelevant and unnecessary interventions become incorporated into the process, both efficiency and potentially resident safety can suffer. This presentation will focus on the elimination of clinical, operational, and perceived regulatory barriers to optimize the medication pass. Geriatric principles of medication management and evidence-based decision making will be highlighted as critical elements to an efficient and safe medication pass.
KEY LEARNINGS:
- Describe two factors to consider when deciding the frequency of monitoring drugs as required at F757(Unnecessary Drugs).
- Identify two regulatory “myths” which can adversely impact the efficiency of the medication pass.
- List three rescue/antidote medications which must be readily available in a Long-Term Care facility.
- Describe the process of optimizing the interim drug supply and its impact on the efficiency of the medication pass.
FEATURED SPEAKERS:
Bill Vaughan, RN, BSN, Consultant, NADONA Bill Vaughan, RN, BSN is a consultant, partnering with long-term care providers to improve regulatory compliance, promote bet practices, and advance person-centered care. In his 40 years as a registered nurse, Bill has held leadership positions including Chief Nurse at the Maryland State Survey Agency and Vice President of Education and Clinical Affairs at an LTC pharmacy.
Jeff Herr, Pharm D, Manager of Clinical Operations, PharMerica graduated from the University of the Pacific, Stockton School of Pharmacy in 1997 earning a Doctor of Pharmacy degree. Jeff was part of the first retail pharmacy effort in California to offer clinical services in the retail industry with such programs as administration of flu and pneumococcal vaccines, diabetes testing, cholesterol checks and monitoring, and bone density clinics.
Free 1 CEU for NAB and Nursing Credit Available (must be in attendance)
A Spoonful of Sugar – Empty Bed Syndrome: The Impact of Staffing Shortages
Featuring NADONA’s Executive Director, Sherrie Dornberger
When admissions from hospitals and the community plummeted during COVID, nursing home occupancy crashed. Despite some gains in 2021, occupancy stood at 75% in September. A return to pre-pandemic rates is still far off, but the virus is no longer the only culprit. Projected financial losses are leading to staff cuts in settings already plagued by vaccine mandates and retention challenges. And fewer workers mean fewer beds. That’s because the loss of direct care workers reduces the number of residents a facility can safely admit without having quality levels suffer. In fact, nearly 60% of nursing homes are limiting new admissions due to shortages.
CERTIFIED ASSISTANT LIVING NURSE PREP COURSE AND EXAM
This course is perfect for Assisted Living Nurse Leaders who want to review before the CALN certification exam. It is also a good review for nurse leaders to prepare for a managing role in an Assisted Living facility. This is a work at your own pace program. Go as slow or as fast as you want. You have one year to complete this course.
This educational activity will outline the role of the Assisted Living (AL) Nurse. This program will cover medical conditions that the AL nurse may encounter. Infectious disease outbreaks including PPE and transmission precautions, death and dying, and communication with families will be discussed. Medications from administration to absorption, anti-psychotics and the use of herbals will be explored. Skin conditions, Immunizations, ADLs and restorative nursing are also covered. This course examines falls and incident/accident reporting as well as elder abuse, HR, service plans, regulations and other systems found in Assisted Living facilities.
The course consists of 5 webinars and 5 quizzes. All of which need to be watched and quizzes passed before certificate of completion is awarded. The Certified Assisted Living Exam is available for those seeking that designation and the credentials of CALN after their title.
This nursing continuing professional development activity was approved by the Ohio Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. (OBN-001-91). # 2022-0000000018 5 contact hours
The Contact Hours are valid through March 1, 2024.
NURSE LEADER CERTIFICATION TRAINING 14 CONTACT HOURS
We are excited to announce the online series of the Nurse Leader Certification Prep and Training Series.
Please Read Member Testimony Below!
This program covers the relationship the Nurse Leader has with the Administrator and how to communicate within the partnership. It also explores the new culture change needed within LTC. A review of the regulatory changes in ’17 and ’19 will be held. Nursing department budgets will be discussed and hands on practice of developing a staffing model used in budgeting. This program, also covers how the facility is reimbursed and the role of the Nurse Leader in QAPI and survey. It outlines the responsibilities of the DON role.
Course Testimonial
Do you feel that the course met the identified objectives? Please explain.
Most definitely! The content was up to date, easy to follow and Cindy was able to present the information in a very “real world” way. You can tell when someone knows how to talk the talk because they have “walked it”.
Would you recommend this course to others?
Yes! I will be introducing this organization benefits to our facility’s directors /Administrators as a support and program to assist our DONs with their professional development. Being able to give our leaders resources like NADONA will hopefully decrease turn-over and burn out that so many DONs are faced with.
What would you suggest to make the content of this program better?
I don’t really have any suggestions to the program. The length of courses was appropriate, the content was spot on, and Cindy taught, explained and delivered the message great!
– Margaret Abbott, VP of Clinical Operations, Wellington Healthcare
This nursing continuing professional development activity was approved by the Ohio Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. (OBN-001-91). #2020-000000556 14 Contact Hours
The Contact Hours are valid through March 1, 2024.
Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC- 22) Certificate of Mastery Program
NADONA Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC- 22) Certificate of Mastery Program (15 Session) – Online Course
AVAILABLE NOW! NEWLY UPDATED! NEWLY CREDENTIALED!
IPAC-22 IS A PREREQUISITE COURSE FOR THE IP-BC CERTIFICATION EXAM
The IPAC Program is a Certificate of Mastery Program that yields an official certificate and either 15 hours (live) or 22 contact hours (online). Awarded CEs are nursing CEs.
The program is a prerequisite to be eligible to sit for the NADONA Infection Preventionist Board Certification. The IPAC program is designed to cover all the components of a well-rounded Infection Control Program and the role of the Infection Preventionist.
The IPAC Program is offered online and in person site trainings. Courses are available at any time and are 15 sessions per webinar (22 contact hours) or a 2 day onsite training with 15 contact hours for nurses. A Certificate of Mastery is awarded at the time of completion but no credentials or designations. In order to earn a credential/designation, healthcare professionals must sit for the official Infection Prevention Board Certification (IP-BC).
The IPAC program was specifically designed to meet the new regulations regarding Infection Control and the Infection Preventionist. The content covered in the IPAC program includes the following:
- Overview of Infection Control and Antibiotic Stewardship
- Infection Control Program Components
- Role of the Infection Control Preventionist
- Healthcare Associated Infections & Regulatory Agencies
- Pathogens and Infections
- Hand Hygiene
- Transmission
- Environment / Disinfection
- Resident Equipment& Outbreak Investigations
- PPE
- Isolation Precautions
- Safe Injection Practices / Risk Assessment
- Health Programs & Staff Training
- Antibiotic Stewardship
- Opportunities in Infection Control
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3 PART FREE WEBINAR
Long Term Care Imperatives: Clinical Perspectives: PART 1:
The National Association of Directors of Nursing Administration of Long-Term Care (NADONA) and HealthcareHygiene magazine are partnering to develop a continuing education, three-webinar series addressing imperatives in infection prevention in post-acute care.
The webinars will examine key clinical, administrative and regulatory issues pertinent to nursing leadership in long-term care facilities. Scheduled presenters are veterans in this arena and include officials from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
(3 Contact hours) Three contact hours of continuing education for nurses will be offered.
Free!
Long Term Care Imperatives: Administrative Perspectives: PART 2
The National Association of Directors of Nursing Administration of Long-Term Care (NADONA) and HealthcareHygiene magazine are partnering to develop a continuing education, three-webinar series addressing imperatives in infection prevention in post-acute care.
The webinars will examine key clinical, administrative and regulatory issues pertinent to nursing leadership in long-term care facilities. Scheduled presenters are veterans in this arena and include officials from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
(3 Contact hours) Three contact hours of continuing education for nurses will be offered.
Free!
Long Term Care Imperatives: Regulatory Perspectives: PART 3
THIS PART 3 IS POSTPONED BY CMS UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE DUE TO NEW REGULATIONS
This series is being underwritten by GOJO Industries, Cintas Corporation, and HealthySole.
The National Association of Directors of Nursing Administration of Long-Term Care (NADONA) and HealthcareHygiene magazine are partnering to develop a continuing education, three-webinar series addressing imperatives in infection prevention in post-acute care.
The webinars will examine key clinical, administrative and regulatory issues pertinent to nursing leadership in long-term care facilities. Scheduled presenters are veterans in this arena and include officials from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
(3 Contact hours) Three contact hours of continuing education for nurses will be offered.
Free!
4 PART FREE WEBINAR
Quality Measurement: Applying an Understanding of the Basics: Part I
Broad River Rehab is proud to partner with NADONA to offer a new, four-part webinar series on Quality Measures.
Each of these programs are eligible for 1 CE credit for both administrators and nurses.
Free!
Quality Measurement: Falls, a Global Approach: Part 2
Broad River Rehab is proud to partner with NADONA to offer a new, four-part webinar series on Quality Measures.
Each of these programs are eligible for 1 CE credit for both administrators and nurses.
Free!
Quality Measurement: Impacts of Depression: Part 3
Broad River Rehab is proud to partner with NADONA to offer a new, four-part webinar series on Quality Measures.
Each of these programs are eligible for 1 CE credit for both administrators and nurses.
Free!
Quality Measurement: Final Rule, Health Equity and Literacy: Part 4
Broad River Rehab is proud to partner with NADONA to offer a new, four-part webinar series on Quality Measures.
Each of these programs are eligible for 1 CE credit for both administrators and nurses.
Free!
5 PART WEBINAR
Part I: Clinical Leaders (5) five - series continuing education webinar
We are pleased to announce Pathway Health and the National Association of Directors of Nursing Administration for Long-Term Care (NADONA) have collaborated to provide a five-series continuing education webinar series for Clinical Leaders!
Sign up for Individual or multiple sessions! The discount will be applied at checkout.
Each session is approved by the Florida Board of Nursing for 1 Nursing CE.
PART 1: What an Enjoyable DON Day Looks Like
About the session: Going from reactive to proactive is essential—however, we ALL know that it is not always easy! Are you sometimes bogged down by the constant urgent needs of the moment? Do you find yourself with 10+ items on your list of “to-do’s” and it is the end of the day? Join us for this fast-paced, user-friendly webinar that will provide you with some great tools and tips to assist you with providing excellent department direction while managing your time and setting reasonable boundaries. You won’t want to miss this webinar!
Part 2: Clinical Leaders (5) five - series continuing education webinar
We are pleased to announce Pathway Health and the National Association of Directors of Nursing Administration for Long-Term Care (NADONA) have collaborated to provide a five-series continuing education webinar series for Clinical Leaders!
Sign up for Individual or multiple sessions! The discount will be applied at checkout.
Each session is approved by the Florida Board of Nursing for 1 Nursing CE.
PART 2: Resources to Build on: Finding Your Way Around Relevant Websites
About the session: As a Director of Nursing, understanding key websites for guidance, best practices, and industry-related material is instrumental! This webinar will provide attendees with tips on what and how to locate essential resources and how to use the information to develop and update your systems for quality and compliance.
Part 3: Clinical Leaders (5) five - series continuing education webinar
We are pleased to announce Pathway Health and the National Association of Directors of Nursing Administration for Long-Term Care (NADONA) have collaborated to provide a five-series continuing education webinar series for Clinical Leaders!
Sign up for Individual or multiple sessions! The discount will be applied at checkout.
Each session is approved by the Florida Board of Nursing for 1 Nursing CE.
Part 3: DON Strategies Regarding Infection Prevention and Control
About this session: Infection Prevention and Control touches every department in the facility. F880 continues to be the HOT spot for surveys nationwide. Preparing for an entire Infection Prevention and Control Program moving forward to the future (not just COVID-19) will be instrumental for quality outcomes. This dynamic presentation will provide participants with excellent “take-aways” on how to work with your Infection Preventionist and oversee the program as a DON to monitor surveillance, prevention measures, data review and regulatory compliance. You won’t want to miss this presentation!
Part 4: Clinical Leaders (5) five - series continuing education webinar
We are pleased to announce Pathway Health and the National Association of Directors of Nursing Administration for Long-Term Care (NADONA) have collaborated to provide a five-series continuing education webinar series for Clinical Leaders!
Sign up for Individual or multiple sessions! The discount will be applied at checkout.
Each session is approved by the Florida Board of Nursing for 1 Nursing CE.
Part 4: Investigation 101: Take Out Your Magnifying Glass!
About this session: Leading your team, through a detailed, well-executed investigation will be instrumental in determining valuable information. A good root-cause analysis investigation will be necessary in order to take appropriate actions for safety, quality, compliance and successful outcomes. This webinar will walk you through an engaging presentation followed by a scenario that walks the participant through an example of how to put the process to work!
Part 5: Clinical Leaders (5) five - series continuing education webinar
We are pleased to announce Pathway Health and the National Association of Directors of Nursing Administration for Long-Term Care (NADONA) have collaborated to provide a five-series continuing education webinar series for Clinical Leaders!
Sign up for Individual or multiple sessions! The discount will be applied at checkout.
Each session is approved by the Florida Board of Nursing for 1 Nursing CE.
Part 5: Stimulating Change Through an Effective Quality Assurance (and of Course Performance Improvement!)
About this session: The DON has a significant role in an effective QAPI program. Working with your staff on acknowledging possibilities and not just focusing on barriers will move the program towards quality improvement and positive outcomes. This webinar will discuss realistic strategies of who to include when reviewing a situation, completing a root-cause analysis and discerning actions that need to be taken which will move the facility towards quality improvement. This webinar consists of a presentation followed by a realistic scenario to walk through the process! You won’t want to miss this session!
BUNDLE PURCHASE: Clinical Leaders (5) five - series continuing education webinar
We are pleased to announce Pathway Health and the National Association of Directors of Nursing Administration for Long-Term Care (NADONA) have collaborated to provide a five-series continuing education webinar series for Clinical Leaders!
REGISTER & SAVE
$29.95 for 1 webinar
$79.95 for 3 webinars
$125.00 for 5 webinars
Sign up for Individual or multiple sessions! The discount will be applied at checkout.
Each session is approved by the Florida Board of Nursing for 1 Nursing CE.
