DSHS Releases Important “Dear Provider/Administrator” Updates

The Washington Department of Social and Health Services, Aging and Long-Term Support Administration has released several new “Dear Provider/Administrator” communications. The following letters apply to all long-term care settings:

• Rapid Response Teams Unwinding in Long-Term Care Settings
• Updated COVID-19 Vaccine Recommendations for Adults Ages 65 and Older
• Document Access Requirements During RCS Field Visits
• Critical Staffing Management in LTC Settings

Additionally, DSHS has published the following letter for Skilled Nursing Facilities:

• New Regulations for Nursing Home Administrator Licensing Requirements and Retired-Active Licenses