In today’s episode, Quality Insights' Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm joins us to discuss the role of the medical director (MD) in nursing homes. The discussion will review: Knowledge and tools needed to leverage the MD's role to enhance patient outcomes How to integrate medical director leadership to improve quality of care in nursing homes Responsibilities and roles of a nursing home MD beyond clinical care, including policy development, staff education, and quality improvement initiatives How...
Feb 23, 2024•32 min
In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Jennifer Nestor, Chief Nursing Officer at Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital . If you have any topics or guests you'd like to see on future episodes, reach out to us on our website. This material was prepared by Quality Insights, a Quality Innovation Network-Quality Improvement Organ...
Feb 19, 2024•31 min
In today’s episode, Quality Insights' Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm joins us to discuss the role of the medical director (MD) in nursing homes. The discussion will review: Knowledge and tools needed to leverage the MD's role to enhance patient outcomes How to integrate medical director leadership to improve quality of care in nursing homes Responsibilities and roles of a nursing home MD beyond clinical care, including policy development, staff education, and quality improvement initiatives How...
Feb 15, 2024•33 min
One of the most important steps in preventing infections is through proper cleaning and disinfecting. In today's episode, we will review the difference between cleaning and disinfecting; why cleaning and disinfection matter; and contact time. We’re joined by Cindy Holmes and Elizabeth Dauch of West Virginia Project Firstline. Watch Recording Project Firstline Website CDC: Reduce Risks from Surfaces Core Component Download Presentation Slides Check out our other interviews by visiting https://www...
Feb 09, 2024•21 min
Host Joe Pinto, Quality Insights Practice Transformation Specialist, is joined by Barbara Fickel, Director of the Pennsylvania Department of Health’s Division of Tobacco Prevention and Control, to provide an overview of options available for quitting tobacco and vaping products and the interventions involved.
Feb 07, 2024•17 min
In today’s episode, special guest LaDawna Walker-Dean joins us to discuss Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS) for partners and providers, with emphasis on cultural competence in healthcare. This episode reviews: Examples of Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services on an individual and organizational level The importance of cultural competence in healthcare The impact on population health when cultural competence is not observed Walker-Dean is a highly experienced ...
Feb 01, 2024•41 min
Host Joe Pinto, Quality Insights Practice Transformation Specialist, is joined by Barbara Fickel, Director of the Pennsylvania Department of Health’s Division of Tobacco Prevention and Control, to discuss how healthcare practices can use the Pennsylvania Quitline for educational resources and assistance with referrals for tobacco cessation for their patients.
Jan 26, 2024•16 min
In today’s episode, special guests Tom Bender and Michael Jenkins join us to discuss the history and purpose of Construction ICRA (Infection Control Risk Assessment). This episode discusses: Importance of compliance and effects of noncompliance History of training development The changing ICRA landscape Individual responsibility and commitment to patient safety for all Moving forward and next steps to ensure ICRA awareness Tom Bender is Education Outreach Director at Eastern Atlantic States Regi...
Jan 25, 2024•19 min
Have hiring and retention woes created barriers to the quality of care provided at the nursing home you work in? Are you struggling to find solutions to improve staffing? You don’t have to navigate these challenges alone! Watch our overview webinar for a first look at a brand new course from Quality Insights that is set to launch in February 2024. Related links: Watch a video recording of this episode Download the presentation slides Register for our course, “Staffing Solutions for Nursing Homes...
Jan 19, 2024•29 min
In today’s episode, Quality Insights Infection Preventionist Jennifer Brown joins us to discuss annual infection control risk assessments in long-term care, including the importance of the annual risk assessment; how to complete the assessment; and how facilities can use the information obtained in the assessment for its infection control plan. This webinar is a replay session of our Jan. 3 webinar. Watch Recording Download Transcript Download Presentation Slides Check out our other interviews b...
Jan 11, 2024•16 min
In today’s episode, Quality Insights Infection Preventionist Jennifer Brown joins us to discuss annual infection control risk assessments in long-term care, including the importance of the annual risk assessment; how to complete the assessment; and how facilities can use the information obtained in the assessment for its infection control plan. Watch Recording Download Presentation Slides Check out our other interviews by visiting https://www.qualityinsights.org/qin/multimedia This material was ...
Jan 05, 2024•17 min
In this week’s episode, Quality Insights’ Nursing Home Team will reflect on initiatives that we have collaborated on with nursing homes in 2023, plus look ahead at what’s on the horizon for 2024. Measures we will discuss include Immunizations; Care Coordination; Opioid Reduction & Misuse; Infection Control Training from QSEP and Project Firstline; and Patient Safety. This webinar was planned to be a rebroadcast of our Dec. 6 webinar. Due to technical difficulties, our rebroadcast was unable ...
Dec 28, 2023•23 min
In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Christopher Yuen, the Associate Director for Cardiovascular & Metabolism Health Equity at Janssen , The Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson . Learn more about the Save Legs, Change Lives initiative. Learn more about the Our Race to Health Equity initiative. If you hav...
Dec 21, 2023•26 min
In today's webinar, we review best practices for use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in nursing homes. Quality Insights infection preventionist Jennifer Brown joins us to review PPE needed depending on the level of precautions, including standard, contact, droplet, airborne, COVID-19, and enhanced barrier precautions. We also review guidance updates, education, and other resources related to PPE. Related links: View video recording Download presentation slides Check out our other intervie...
Dec 21, 2023•16 min
Anticoagulants can lead to adverse drug events (ADEs) in long-term care facilities. In today’s episode, we discuss: Major types of anticoagulants and their basic differences Indications for starting anticoagulants What steps can be implemented to decrease the risk of adverse drug events associated with warfarin Differences in dosing protocols between apixaban and rivaroxaban Related links: View video recording Download presentation slides Download “How to Manage My Blood Thinner” Check out our o...
Dec 14, 2023•32 min
In this week’s episode, Quality Insights’ Nursing Home Team will reflect on initiatives that we have collaborated on with nursing homes in 2023, plus look ahead at what’s on the horizon for 2024. Measures we will discuss include Immunizations; Care Coordination; Opioid Reduction & Misuse; Infection Control Training from QSEP and Project Firstline; and Patient Safety. Related links: View video recording Download Presentation Slides Check out our other interviews by visiting https://www.qualit...
Dec 08, 2023•26 min
In today's episode, we discuss antipsychotics in long-term care, including how antipsychotics work; side effects; prescribing and reduction; and federal guidance related to antipsychotic prescribing. Related links: View video recording Download presentation slides Check out our other interviews by visiting https://www.qualityinsights.org/qin/multimedia This material was prepared by Quality Insights, a Quality Innovation Network - Quality Improvement Organization under contract with the Centers f...
Nov 30, 2023•27 min
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Nov 29, 2023•25 min
In today's episode, we discuss the latest information about the influenza, pneumococcal, COVID-19, and RSV vaccines. The discussion will also address: Strategies for addressing common concerns and myths surrounding vaccination Strategies to increase vaccine acceptance among both residents and staff Principles of vaccine administration and safety This episode is a rebroadcast of our Nov. 8 webinar. Related links: View video recording Download presentation slides Check out our other interviews by ...
Nov 24, 2023•20 min
In this week's webinar, we discuss palliative care for preventing avoidable hospitalizations. The presentation will discuss: What palliative care is The difference between palliative and hospice care Goals of care Barriers to communication Language used at end of life Related links: View video recording Download presentation slides Palliative Care and Oranges (Video) Palliative Care and Oranges: A Story About Managing Illness (Flyer) Check out our other interviews by visiting https://www.quality...
Nov 16, 2023•21 min
In this week’s episode, we discuss the latest information about the influenza, pneumococcal, COVID-19, and RSV vaccines. The discussion will also address: Strategies for addressing common concerns and myths surrounding vaccination Strategies to increase vaccine acceptance among both residents and staff Principles of vaccine administration and safety Related links: View video recording Download presentation slides Check out our other interviews by visiting https://www.qualityinsights.org/qin/mult...
Nov 09, 2023•20 min
Quality Insights’ panel of health experts is back to answer questions for nursing homes. This week’s Q&A discussed the new “up to date” definition for COVID-19 vaccination; gradual dose reduction of antipsychotics; MDS reporting, and nursing home staffing. Check out our other interviews by visiting https://www.qualityinsights.org/qin/multimedia This material was prepared by Quality Insights, a Quality Innovation Network - Quality Improvement Organization under contract with the Centers for M...
Nov 02, 2023•21 min
In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Dr. Jon Glass, a Clinical Psychologist with Northshore Psychological Associates. If you have any topics or guests you'd like to see on future episodes, reach out to us on our website: https://www.qualityinsights.org/qin/taking-healthcare-by-storm This material was prepared by Quality I...
Nov 01, 2023•28 min
Immunizations are an important tool in reducing adverse events in long-term care. In today's episode, we will discuss how facilities can strengthen their immunization campaigns with the goal of reducing adverse events — as well as enhancing regulatory compliance. Related links: View video recording Download presentation slides Quality Measure Tip Sheet: Influenza Quality Measure Tip Sheet: Pneumonia Vaccine Pneumococcal Vaccinations Algorithm Check out our other interviews by visiting https://ww...
Oct 26, 2023•34 min
In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Brooke Parker, the Community Linkage to Care Program Coordinator of the CAMC Ryan White Program. If you have any topics or guests you'd like to see on future episodes, reach out to us on our website: https://www.qualityinsights.org/qin/taking-healthcare-by-storm This material was prepa...
Oct 25, 2023•36 min
In today’s episode, we review ways to prevent, identify, and document UTIs. This discussion will include a review of Minimum Data Set (MDS) reporting requirements related to UTIs. Related links: View video recording Download presentation slides 2023 NHSN Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Checklist Check out our other interviews by visiting https://www.qualityinsights.org/qin/multimedia This material was prepared by Quality Insights, a Quality Innovation Network - Quality Improvement Organization und...
Oct 18, 2023•27 min
In today’s episode, Dr. Denise Vanacore reviews opioid use disorder (OUD) and the signs and symptoms of withdrawal. She also discusses the treatment of OUD, including maintenance treatment and tapering. Related links: View video recording Check out our other interviews by visiting https://www.qualityinsights.org/qin/multimedia This material was prepared by Quality Insights, a Quality Innovation Network - Quality Improvement Organization under contract with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid...
Oct 12, 2023•27 min
Join Yessi Cubillo, a Quality Insights ESRD Network 3 Patient Engagement Specialist, and Kareecha Thomson, a Social Worker with DaVita Perth Amboy, as they discuss the implementation of the "My Dialysis Plan" in patients' plans of care. Learn more about Quality Insights End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Network 3. This material was prepared by Quality Insights Renal Network 3, an End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Network under contract with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), an ag...
Oct 11, 2023•28 min
Join Yessi Cubillo, a Quality Insights ESRD Network 3 Patient Engagement Specialist, Wayne Mauri and William Senior, both Patient Subject Matter Experts, as they discuss their experiences as active participants in their facility’s monthly QAPI meetings. Learn more about Quality Insights End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Network 3. This material was prepared by Quality Insights Renal Network 3, an End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Network under contract with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Serv...
Oct 11, 2023•34 min
Join Yessi Cubillo, a Quality Insights ESRD Network 3 Patient Engagement Specialist, and Eileen MacFarlane, Facility Manager at Satellite WellBound Cherry Hill in New Jersey, as they discuss patient engagement experiences in their facility's monthly QAPI meeting. Learn more about Quality Insights End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Network 3. This material was prepared by Quality Insights Renal Network 3, an End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Network under contract with the Centers for Medicare & Med...
Oct 11, 2023•21 min
