Category: Training

Leadership Development Academy for LTC Leaders

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Join us for the MU Leadership Development Academy for Nurse Leaders and Nursing Home Administrators in Long-term Care. We know that Long-term Care can be challenging. With an 11 year proven track record, hundreds of graduates and life-changing testimonials, this leadership course is designed for busy LTC professionals, all while earning 50 hours of CE credit.

The academy has been proven to increase leadership skills and improve confidence, which will help to create a working environment that encourages teamwork and quality improvement.

NO COST for RNs and NHAs from Skilled Nursing Facilities in Missouri (excludes Veterans Administration facilities).
The complimentary option is available to Missouri SNFs since the support for this academy is provided by CMP funds designated for Missouri SNFs.

More Information: https://extension.missouri.edu/programs/nursing-outreach/enhanced-leadership-development-academy.

Pioneer Network’s Virtual Symposium

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June 16, 2021: Envisioning the Future – Dementia Care: 2021 and Beyond

The second in our 2021 four symposium series based on the theme, Envisioning the Future, this virtual event is designed to provide valuable learning on the topic of Dementia Care. Held within a 6-hour window, there will be four general sessions followed by an opportunity to gather together with the general session speakers to ask questions, explore the topics, and further define our vision for the future.

Pioneer Network: Hot Topics – Culture Change in Action

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May 6, 2021: Spring Forward: Three Person Centered Care Strategies to Change the Trajectory for Residents in Senior Living
Speakers: Rosemary Laird, M.D.,M.H.S.A; Deanna Vigliotta, National Sales Manager, TZMO USA, Inc; and Penny Cook, President & CEO, Pioneer Network

Join us for a discussion on some Hot Topics, including the importance of a person-centered approach to care; how now may be the perfect time for senior living communities to reevaluate their outdoor space for residents; how rethinking a community’s indoor space may help to increase social engagement for residents; and how revisiting current policies related to continence care may lead to better outcomes and costs savings. Three strategies will be explored in hopes that through education and understanding, together we can change lives.

Useful Tools for Tracking Staff and Resident COVID-19 Vaccinations

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How Are You Tracking Staff and Resident COVID-19 Vaccinations?

As COVID-19 vaccination rates increase, there is an opportunity for your nursing home to ensure accurate vaccine tracking among team members and residents.

The Health Quality Innovation Network (HQIN) has developed COVID-19 vaccination administration and tracking tools to show you at-a-glance where your facility coverage stands and what gaps you need to address. Not only do these tools strengthen compliance monitoring, they also can complement the National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) COVID-19 vaccine reporting and help you target improvement efforts.

Click the links below to access the following tools:

Conversations with Carmen

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May 21, 2021: Artifacts of Culture Change (ACC) 2.0 and ACC – Assisted Living: Part 3
Presenters: Host Carmen Bowman and her Guest Karen Schoeneman

An Artifacts 2.0 version for nursing homes, and a first-ever Artifacts for Assisted Living are now available, thanks to the Pioneer Network. The ACC is an internal self-assessment tool — inspirational and educational, reflecting concrete practices that change institutional culture or “artifacts” of culture change. Walk through each of the over-130 items with the developers Karen Schoeneman and Carmen Bowman in three sessions (March 19, April 23 and May 21) and be inspired to learn culture change practices you may have not considered – to shift the focus from institutional to individual, and institution to home.

These detailed and in-depth sessions build on the overview provided during the Pioneer Network’s webinar (Feb. 18, 2021) introducing the Artifacts.

SPECIAL COVID PRICING STILL IN EFFECT!

Preceptor Training

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June 6, 2021: Camden on the Lake, Lake Ozark
October 21, 2021: MANHA Office, Jefferson City

The Missouri Board of Nursing Home Administrators requires an individual applying to become a preceptor to future nursing home administrators who require an AIT program in Missouri to complete a prescribed course of instruction and training. A work internship in a nursing home under the direct supervision of a licensed nursing home administrator who is designated as a preceptor by the board is an important part of the preparatory training. The supervision by a preceptor is a valuable contribution to the growth and development of the intern, to nursing home administration, and ultimately, long term care. This course has been approved by the Missouri Board of Nursing Home Administrators as a requirement in the application process of becoming a preceptor.

Please see the brochure for registration details.

SLCR Life Safety Code Information Series

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The Section for Long-Term Care Regulation will be releasing a series of Life Safety Code Information. You may also view the entire Life Safety Code document for reference.

Today’s subject is:

Can residents have a microwave in their room?

K324 – Cooking is not allowed in resident rooms. NFPA 19.3.2.5.3 and 19.3.2.5.4
K925 – Cooking appliances cannot be within 15 feet of an area of administration in a resident room.

NFPA 101, 2012 edition:
18/19.3.2.5.2* Where residential cooking equipment is used for food warming or limited cooking, the equipment shall not be required to be protected in accordance with 9.2.3, and the presence of the equipment shall not require the area to be protected as a hazardous area.
18/19.3.2.5.4* Within a smoke compartment, residential or commercial cooking equipment that is used to prepare meals for 30 or fewer persons shall be permitted, provided that the cooking facility complies with all of the following conditions:

(1) The space containing the cooking equipment is not a sleeping room.
(2) The space containing the cooking equipment shall be separated from the corridor by partitions complying with 19.3.6.2 through 19.3.6.5.
(3) The requirements of 19.3.2.5.3(1) through (10) and (13) are met.

Pioneer Network’s Hot Topics

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April 22, 2021: Compassionate Leadership in Action

A characteristic we look for in leaders is compassion, but what does it look like in practice? How do leaders support a culture of compassion in their organization? What characteristics do they share?

Our panelists are leaders at organizations known for their compassionate cultures. Donna Moore, serves as COO at Isakson Living, Deke Cateau, is the CEO, at A.G. Rhodes, and Jill Vitale-Aussem, who through most of the pandemic served as CEO of The Eden Alternative and is now CEO of Christian Living Communities. Each will share the beliefs and values that guide their leadership philosophies and discuss how they have put them into action to grow and support a culture of compassion in their organizations. They will also provide tangible ideas you can take away as you work to support and grow a culture of compassion in your organization.

As a Thank-You to our Coalition Partners, use code PNCoalition2021 for a 15% Discount

COVID-19 FREE Testing

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The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services continues to offer FREE COVID-19 testing. Individuals seeking a free testing opportunity are not required to pre-register or have an appointment, simply show up to one of the events below to receive the test. A government issued ID is not a requirement for this testing, but having one available onsite speeds up the registration process. Testing is still a very important tool in fighting the COVID-19 pandemic.

Event information can always be found at www.health.mo.gov/communitytest. Additional sites (with regular or one-time opportunities) may be added as indicators suggest the need for additional testing.

Vaccine Information

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This COVID-19 Vaccine document outlines processes to address the ongoing vaccination needs for residents and staff in long term care communities.

  • For residents and staff who received their first dose at the final clinic conducted by CVS or Walgreens and are in need of a second dose of Moderna vaccine: Regional Implementation Teams and the Missouri National Guard will be coordinating with local partners to provide onsite vaccine for these residents and staff. Please review the attached document for additional information on this process.
    • Walgreens has indicated they will also be conducting outreach to those communities where they provided onsite clinics to ensure there is opportunity for administration of this second dose. This outreach by Walgreens may be ideal for ensuring residents who have been discharged to home have access to the vaccine if they don’t have the ability to return to the long term care community for the second dose.
  • For residents and staff who have yet to receive vaccine (new residents and staff, and residents and staff who did not receive vaccine at the onsite clinics): Several options are outlined in the attached document for ensuring ongoing access to vaccine. The University of Missouri-Columbia COVID Accountability Team (CAT) team will be available to assist communities with determining which option best meets their needs and with navigating through the process. DHSS hosted a WebEx call on Monday, March 29th at 1:30 for long term care communities that are interested in becoming a vaccinator. The WebEx was recorded and can be viewed by clicking on the link below.

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Thank you to our partners for assisting us with developing these processes and for assisting with coordination efforts moving forward! Questions related to ongoing vaccine efforts may be addressed to Shelly Williamson at shelly.williamson@health.mo.gov.

Action Pact’s Conversations with Carmen

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April 23, 2021: Artifacts of Culture Change (ACC) 2.0 and ACC for Assisted Living
Presenters: the developers of the Artifacts, our Host Carmen Bowman and her guest Karen Schoeneman

An Artifacts 2.0 version for nursing homes, and a first-ever Artifacts for Assisted Living are now available, thanks to the Pioneer Network. The ACC is an internal self-assessment tool — inspirational and educational, reflecting concrete practices that change institutional culture or “artifacts” of culture change. Walk through each of the over-130 items with the developers Karen Schoeneman and Carmen Bowman in three sessions (March 19, April 23 and May 21) and be inspired to learn culture change practices you may have not considered – to shift the focus from institutional to individual, and institution to home.

These detailed and in-depth sessions build on the overview provided during the Pioneer Network’s webinar (Feb. 18, 2021) introducing the Artifacts. (The recording of that webinar will soon be offered for free on the Pioneer website.)

Health Quality Innovation Network – Complete and Compliant Vaccine Tracking Tools

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April 8, 2021: Don’t Lose Track! Complete & Compliant Vaccine Tracking Tools

As COVID-19 vaccination rates increase there is an opportunity for your facility to ensure accurate vaccine tracking among team members and residents. The Health Quality Innovation Network (HQIN) has developed COVID-19 vaccination administration and tracking tools to show you at-a-glance where your facility coverage stands and what gaps you need to address. Not only do these tools strengthen compliance monitoring, they also can assist with optional NHSN COVID-19 vaccine reporting. During this 30-minute Office Hours session, an infection preventionist and LTC nurse will walk you through the new tools to facilitate vaccine tracking compliance and target improvement efforts.

Resource links:

SLCR Life Safety Code Information Series

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The Section for Long-Term Care Regulation will be releasing a series of Life Safety Code Information.

Today’s subject is:

Does Life Safety Code allow candles in a certified facility?

Facilities may not use candles with wicks for décor. If a facility chooses to use candles as décor, the candle shall not have a wick, and the wick must be pulled out. It is not acceptable to have the wick cut flush to the candle.

Facility staff may use lit candles for a birthday celebration, but facility staff must continually supervise the candles while lit.

If a facility uses candles for religious purposes, these lit candles must be supervised 24/7 or be in a different occupancy with a 2-hour wall that separates it from the rest of the facility. The facility has the option to utilize an electric candle when it is not possible or practical to supervise the lit candles.

Please feel free to reach out to your regional office with any questions.

MU Nursing Outreach Presents: Free Online Healthcare-Associated Infection Courses

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Virtual Healthcare Job Fair

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April 6, 2021: Virtual Healthcare Job Fair

The Missouri Office of Workforce Development is hosting another healthcare virtual job fair to support the needs of the healthcare industry across the state on April 6, 2021. Employers may now engage with job-seekers through the chat feature, or initiate video chat sessions.

The deadline to register is March 26, 2021. Please register at https://returnstrongmo.getyourbooth.com/.

The Missouri Office of Workforce Development will promote the virtual job fairs and recruit job seekers who may be interested in a healthcare career. Job seekers register at https://returnstrongmo.easyvirtualfair.com/prefair/.

MANHA’s Annual Convention

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June 6-9, 2021: People, Purpose, and Passion: The Pathway to Success

Missouri Association of Nursing Home Administrators is pleased to invite you to attend our Annual Convention. We have all experienced a very challenging year and need to recharge. The goal of this conference is to provide long-term care administrators and their staff practical and inspirational education hours along with the opportunity to network and socialize with colleagues.

Dementia Hacks: Expert Strategies for the Most Difficult Symptoms & Behaviors

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April 30, 2021: Dementia Hacks: Expert Strategies for the Most Difficult Symptoms & Behaviors

Memory Care Home Solutions is proud to offer this event in partnership with Saint Louis University & the Gateway Geriatric Education Center.

Join us on April 30th for Dementia Hacks: Expert Strategies for the Most Difficult Symptoms & Behaviors, an interactive six-hour virtual continuing education event to explore the most puzzling and challenging dementia symptoms! Memory Care Home Solutions clinicians will provide training and coaching in management of common behavioral and psychological symptoms including resistance to care, agitation, refusal to bathe, and more. This event will feature guest speakers including Washington University geriatrician Dr. Timothy Holden to discuss the medical management of dementia symptoms and Project Present founder Ann Marie Mohr on creative communication strategies. Attendees will leave with new knowledge and skillsets in behavioral management strategies to immediately apply in their work and caregiving roles.

Included with event registration, participants will have access to a Dementia Hacker Chat Drop-in session on May 14th with clinical experts to brainstorm and discuss their experiences in applying the strategies and refining approaches.

Course approval applications are being submitted for continuing education credit for nursing home administrators, physical therapists, physicians, psychologists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and social workers. For more information on course objectives and to register, visit our website at https://memorycarehs.org/events/ceu/.

Enhanced Leadership Development Academy for LTC Leaders

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Do you…..

❍ need a leadership course that addresses the unique challenges SNF leaders face?
❍ want to feel inspired and passionate about leading your SNF?
❍ want to connect with other SNF leaders and have access to free professional development, tools, and resources?
❍ want free CE credit without sacrificing quality and practical application?
❍ want to have the flexibility to learn at the pace and place the works best for you?

If you answer YES to any of these questions, this course may be for YOU!

For more information visit our web site, download the postcard or contact Todd Winterbower at winterbowert@missouri.edu, 573-882-0216.

Take the survey now to see if you qualify for FREE registration.

MC5 Virtual Meeting

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March 12, 2021: Aging in a Changing Environment

Communities nationwide are tasked with accommodating our growing older adult population while simultaneously adapting to our changing climate. Modifying environmental factors that pose challenges and opportunities for older adult health and well-being may mitigate older adults’ vulnerability to extreme weather events. Identifying environmental factors that cultivate individual and social resiliency can guide public and institutional policies in the effort to adapt, cope and recover from extreme climate events.

National Partnership Medicare Learning Network Call

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March 23, 2021: Long-Term Care: Dementia-related Psychosis Call

During this call, learn about the appropriate assessment, accurate diagnosis, and approaches to care for dementia-related psychosis in the long-term care setting. Hear about customized care strategies for nursing home residents. A question and answer session follows the presentations.

Speakers: Dr. George Grossberg, Dr. Alexis Eastman, Susan Scanland, and Dr. Chad Worz from The Gerontological Society of America’s Workgroup on Dementia-related Psychosis

Target Audience:

  • Consumer and advocacy groups
  • Nursing home providers
  • Surveyor community
  • Prescribers
  • Professional associations
  • Other interested stakeholders

Pioneer Network Virtual Symposium

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March 24, 2021: Envisioning the Future: Exploring Lessons Learned

Pioneer Network is offering a one-day symposium. This virtual event is designed to provide valuable learning within a 6-hour window through four general sessions, followed by an opportunity to gather together to join one of four interactive forums hosted by the general session speakers, designed to explore the topics more deeply.

Point of Care Test Reporting Trainings February 2021 Updates

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Information for NHSN users – Important Information for Long-term Care Facility Users

The NHSN team will offer trainings providing basic guidance for data entry for the NHSN Long-term Care Facility COVID-19 Point of Care (POC) Test Reporting Tool as well as tool updates released on February 4, 2021. The trainings may be a live presentation or a previously recorded presentation, but all sessions will allow for submission of audience questions with NHSN staff response. A recorded webinar will be posted for on-line viewing.

The NHSN option enables nursing homes to enter POC laboratory test data into the NHSN application. NHSN, in turn, will report the nursing home POC laboratory test data electronically to the public health agency, state or local, that has jurisdictional authority and responsibility to receive and use the nursing home’s data. Deidentified nursing home POC laboratory data will also be reported via existing public health reporting mechanisms to the US Department of Health and Human Services in accordance with the U.S. Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act requirements.

**Please note the webinars have the same link. Attendees will be able to choose which session they are able to attend. Both webinars are identical in content, so please plan to attend once.

Topic: Point of Care Test (POCT) Reporting Tool for COVID-19 – Updates
Date: Thursday, Feb 11, 2021
Time: 2:00 – 3:00 PM Eastern Time

Register in advance for this webinar:
https://cdc.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_dp03SRQnSYeOfcBFy2CAmQ

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

 

Topic: Point of Care Test (POCT) Reporting Tool for COVID-19 – Updates
Date: Friday, Feb 12, 2021
Time: 1:00 – 2:00 PM Eastern Time

Register in advance for this webinar:
https://cdc.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_dp03SRQnSYeOfcBFy2CAmQ

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Please do not reply to this email. Responses to this email will not be received by the NHSN Team. To contact NHSN, please send a new email to: nhsn@cdc.gov.

MHCA Events

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Cultivating LTC Leaders: Topics in Regulatory, Legal and Compliance Management – 12-month webinar series
January – December 2021

Standards of Care: Master the Core Elements of LTC Clinical Excellence – 12-month webinar series
January – December 2021

Medicare from Start to Finish – Virtual workshop
February 9-10, 2021

RAI Process from Start to Finish – Virtual Workshop
March 16-18, 2021

Federal Review Course for Nursing Home Administrators – Virtual Workshop
April 19-20, 2021

Pioneer Network: Hot Topics – Culture Change in Action

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February 18, 2021: The Artifacts of Culture Change 2.0 – It’s Here
Guides: Karen Schoeneman, Karen Schoeneman Consulting: Quality of Life and Culture Change, and Carmen Bowman, Regulator turned Educator, Edu-Catering: Catering Education for Compliance and Culture Change

The Artifacts of Culture Change (ACC), originally developed in 2006 by Karen Schoeneman and Carmen Bowman as a CMS funded project, has recently been updated and expanded into the ACC 2.0, reflecting the many culture change and person-directed practices that are part of turning an institution into a home/community. The ACC 2.0 is integral to the culture change movement and a great way for communities to assess and measure where they are on the culture change journey, celebrate accomplishments, and generate goals and action plans for the journey. There are now two ACC 2.0 tools: one for nursing homes and the other for assisted living communities ACC-AL). Life plan communities have their choice of the two.

This webinar will provide an overview of the ACC 2.0 for nursing homes and the new ACC-AL for assisted living. Karen and Carmen will explain why and how the 2.0 versions were developed, introduce the subsections with examples, and describe best practices for completing the tool as a team.

And there’s more. Pioneer Network will soon be hosting web-based versions of both tools for download and/or online completion, along with videos to assist in completion of the tools. New web pages will soon be available with helpful resources to support teams in learning how to implement the practices reflected in the tool.