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Nourishing Bodies and Souls: The Vital Role of Meal Times in Nursing Homes and Navigating the Critical Pathway for Survey
Meal times in nursing homes are more than just a time to eat. They are a crucial part of the residents’ day, providing not only nourishment but also an opportunity for social interaction and mental stimulation. The Importance of Meal Times Meal times are a fundamental part of the day for nursing home residents. They…
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How to keep Long Term Care Staff motivated and engaged.
Working in the long term care setting can be both rewarding and challenging. One may find staff to be either delightful to engage with or want to avoid them at all costs. Why is this suddenly happening? Loss of seasoned staff. Retiring of staff or turnover related to burnout. Use of agency that may not…
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How to Navigate the MDS RAI Manual Changes: A Guide for MDS Nurses
In the ever-evolving field of healthcare, staying current with regulations and guidelines is paramount for providing quality care. As a dedicated MDS nurse, your role is pivotal in ensuring that residents receive the best possible care, and one of the key elements of your job is understanding and implementing the changes in the MDS RAI…
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How to navigate QM’s: “From Data Elements to Quality Measures – Cross-Setting QRP Web-Based Training”.
https://www.cms.gov/medicare/quality/snf-quality-reporting-program/training This is a great course that you can access and educate yourself at your own pace. “CMS is offering a web-based training course that provides a high-level overview of how data elements within CMS patient/resident assessment instruments are used to construct quality measures (QMs) across post-acute care (PAC) settings. The PAC settings included are…
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How to Nurture Your Nurses: Strategies to Reduce Stress and Prevent Burnout
“This fact sheet from the Overdose Prevention Network outlines seven different types of rest, so people can identify areas of their lives where they need to focus on rest and prioritize self-care accordingly………” https://chlp.app.box.com/s/2w44x0atryjja1s6k5ahza5v7dnr6qhn
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QM Updates
https://www.cms.gov/medicare/quality/nursing-home-improvement/announcements Updates “September 20, 2023 MDS 3.0 QM User’s Manual Version 16.0– Now Available The Minimum Data Set (MDS) 3.0 Quality Measures (QM) User’s Manual is now available. This document serves as an update to the specifications used to calculate quality measures that are included in the NHQI effective October 1, 2023. For more information,…
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Shielding Health Heroes: The Ultimate Infection-Prevention Strategy!
Hand Hygiene is the number one activity that may keep infection from spreading. See https://www.cdc.gov/HandHygiene/index.html#print “Hand hygiene protects you and those receiving the care you provide. The simple act of cleaning your hands can prevent the spread of germs, including those that are resistant to antibiotics. Some healthcare personnel may need to clean their hands…
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Creating a Welcoming Workplace: Insights from a Nurse
Many in the Long Term Care Healthcare Profession are discussing how to attract or retain Nursing Staff. That is the million dollar question. Staff are leaving due to Regulatory changes that they don’t want to deal with anymore such as: What are some way to help foster a postitive onboarding experience of a new employee…
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????? Let’s Build a Stronger Team in Nursing Homes! ?????
In the world of long-term care, teamwork is our superpower! ?? As a long-term care nurse with a passion for empathetic care, I know the value of collaboration. Here are a few tips to foster teamwork in nursing homes: 1?? Communication is Key: Open and honest communication among staff is crucial. Share insights, concerns, and…
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Ensuring Our Loved Ones’ Safety: Seeking Fall Prevention Strategies and Equipment in the Nursing Home
Dear friends and fellow caregivers, As a long-term care nurse, I’m deeply committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of our beloved elders in nursing homes. ? Families most often request long term care staff to implement side rails because they were used when there loved one was in the hospital. Often they don’t understand…