Leadership Strategy Is the Difference Between Accident Prevention and F689 Citations
Insights from Colleen Toebe, MSN, CWCN, RAC-MTA, RAC-MT, DNS MT – Vice President of Clinical Services As I work with nursing home leaders across the country, one thing is clear: accident prevention is no longer just a clinical priority. It is a leadership, quality, risk management, and survey readiness priority.For Nursing Home Administrators and Directors...
Leadership Considerations: F689-Free from Accidents and Hazards
This CMS regulation is number four on the most frequently cited deficiencies in 2021. In an effort to avoid a citation, we may take a routine approach to assess and plan for fall reduction. Can we really prevent residents from falling? The accurate answer is “No.” However, we have many tools in our toolbox to...
Spreading Awareness to Prevent Falls
Did you know? Falls among older adults are preventable, yet they remain the leading cause of injury deaths and hospital admissions for trauma (Fall Prevention Center of Excellence). September 22-28, 2018 is recognized as Fall Prevention Awareness Week, a time dedicated to spreading the message that falls are preventable, as well as actionable steps to...