National Influenza Vaccination Week is December 2-6: Access Resources to Support Your Team
National Influenza Vaccination Week is focused on highlighting the importance of influenza vaccination. This year, the observance is taking place December 2-6, reminding us of the importance of flu prevention through vaccination—everyone 6 months and older is eligible to obtain a flu vaccine.Individuals who fall under the following criteria are at higher risk of developing...
Embracing INTERACT™ QIP for Infection Prevention and Control!
Active implementation of the INTERACT Quality Improvement Program (QIP) can be extremely helpful during this Pandemic with COVID-19 and other potential infections. As we all know, we are operating in extraordinary times and have had the ups and downs of resource challenges. Having systems that are user-friendly, meaningful and revolve around best practices are essential for quality and compliance....
Tackle Infection Prevention and Control for Nursing in 2019
On February 1, Pathway Health’s Louann Lawson will present S.C. Institute on Aging’s event titled, “Infection Preventionist.” This 1-day course focuses on operational tips for nursing staff and leadership in accordance with regulation changes. The in-depth look at Infection and Control compliance prepares care facilities for the future of nursing. Upon completion of this program...
Key Takeaways for Nurse Leaders
Clinical Reimbursement Team Leader/Clinical Education Manager Louann Lawson is attending and presenting at the LeadingAge Kansas 2018 Nurse Leaders Conference November 13-14 in Salina, KS. Join her during the following presentations for key takeaways to implement in your nursing facility: “10 Operational Strategies for the New DON,” November 13 from 9:00 a.m. – 10 a.m. “Overview...
Insight and Connections at the 2018 Annual Conference Healthcare NOW!
This year marks the 9th year of LifeSpan Network and Health Facilities Association of Maryland’s (HFAM) 2018 Annual Conference Healthcare NOW! Industry leaders and associated business partners will join together to consider the latest topics and issues in the healthcare industry. Pathway Health Director of Reimbursement and Clinical Consulting Karolee Alexander will present and exhibit at...
Insight and Connections at the 2018 Annual Conference Healthcare NOW!
This year marks the 9th year of LifeSpan Network and Health Facilities Association of Maryland’s (HFAM) 2018 Annual Conference Healthcare NOW! Industry leaders and associated business partners will join together to consider the latest topics and issues in the healthcare industry. Pathway Health Director of Reimbursement and Clinical Consulting Karolee Alexander will present and exhibit at...
Infection Preventionist Training: Now or Later?
There is a good argument for training NOW (and possibly a refresher later!). The requirements for the infection preventionist are set to take place with Phase 3 of the CMS Requirements of Participation. F882 Infection preventionist outlines requirements effective beginning November 28, 2019: • Designation of at least one individual responsible for the facility’s infection prevention...
