AL SNF | The AHCA Quality Awards program is a rigorous, three-level process that evaluates long-term care organizations’ capabilities using nationally recognized standards for excellence. We congratulate the 2024 award winners from Washington state and wish you success in your pursuit of excellence.
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AL SNF | In 2023, the Washington State Board of Nursing faced challenges with mass testing for NA certification, including limited testing availability and the need for students to travel further to access testing sites. To address these challenges, the board decided to transition to administering testing through nursing assistant training programs.
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SNF | The National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) the CDC’s internet-based surveillance system for disease control, has rolled out new reporting/surveillance requirements for long-term care residents in skilled nursing facilities. A synopsis of changes and registration information for CDC webinars regarding those changes is provided here.
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AL SNF | Hurricane Helene is directing impacting resources and availability of intravenous fluids across the nation. LTC facilities providing IV and other impacted fluids need to evaluate their current resources, supply chains, access, and implement conservation strategies, as necessary.
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AL SNF | A Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) is a planned shutoff of power lines to help prevent wildfires. Utilities are increasingly resorting to PSPS to mitigate the risk of fires sparked by electrical equipment. This newly published
Public Safety Power Shutoff resource provides a comprehensive guide to support nursing homes in preparing for PSPS events.
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Our state legislators tend to know a lot of people – and we know you do too. Whether you sit on the same PTA committee,...
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