Pathway Perspectives: A Season of Gratitude and Leadership Reflection
When you think of Thanksgiving, images of great food, cherished family traditions, joyful gatherings with friends, and perhaps even a short break from work come to mind. This time of year invites us to pause and reflect on the many blessings in our lives. A heart filled with gratitude brings peace, renews energy, and reminds...
Pathway Perspectives: The Power of Gratitude
November is National Gratitude Month—a wonderful reminder to recognize and thank our teams for all they do. This month-long celebration encourages us to appreciate and acknowledge the positive contributions of those around us.Have you ever noticed the joy that follows in expressing gratitude? It not only boosts our mood but also strengthens our connections with...
Pathway Learning Network: Enhancing Your Staff’s Knowledge & Competency
In the long-term industry, keeping abreast of the latest regulatory, clinical and operational requirements is imperative for organizational success. At a moment’s time, training and resources may be required, and this is where Pathway Health comes in. Our on-demand training solution, Pathway Learning Network, gives users immediate access to Pathway Health’s highly sought-after classroom and...
Pathway Perspectives: Competency-Based Training
Designing a Competency-Based Training Program The complexity of the health care environment requires staff to participate in educational programs that ensure they have the knowledge, skills and abilities to provide individualized care. Recently, we connected with Lisa Thomson and Sue LaGrange to discuss the importance of competency-based training to support clinical outcomes. Below...
The Critical Role of the MDS Coordinator for the Success of Your Facility
Over the years, the Minimum Data Set (MDS) has evolved beyond a clinical assessment tool. It is no longer “paperwork” that any nurse can fill in. Successful completion of the MDS requires complex expertise, exposure to the nursing home environment, knowledge of the MDS coding rules, awareness of the federal nursing home regulations, deep understanding...
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...
Celebrating Nurse Leaders
From the desk of Lisa Thomson, Chief Strategy and MarketingOfficer, Pathway Health Recently, I had the opportunity to connect with Pathway Health’s Chief Operating Officer, Donna Webb, to gain her perspective on nurse leadership as we celebrate Nurses Day and the start of Nurses Week. ~Lisa Especially today, I would like to recognize all of the Nurse...
Celebrating Your Team – Reflection and Appreciation
Reflecting upon this past year and the unprecedented levels of disruption impacting our team members at home, in their community and at work, employee appreciation continues to be a top priority for all leaders. We can add up all of the days, weeks and months in 2020. However, for most of us, the time has...
Reimbursement QuickTIP: Get Paid for the Care and Services you Provide
During the COVID-19 pandemic, post-acute care leaders have had their days filled with sparse staffing, infection control surveys, sick residents and staff, and distraught families. Now that vaccines are rolling out to our residents and employees, we can begin to look beyond making it through the day and think about the overall health of...
Pathway Perspectives: Quality Outcomes
The road to achieving quality outcomes is not a simple destination but an ongoing journey. There are days when it feels like it is all “pedal to the metal” and then other days filled with multiple detours. When we experience a quality “roadblock,” it may be easy to assume that the cause is related to...
