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Clinical Update from KHCA Consultant Linda Farrar
While inputting survey findings data, it has become apparent that there are some system issues related to monitoring of psychotropic medications in particular, but also all medications administered.
The Critical Element Pathway for “Unnecessary Medications, Psychotropic Medications, and Medication Regimen Review” is used during the survey process and hopefully by a facility’s QAPI process, and directs surveyors to follow the prescribed process including: READ MORE
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Did you get a Violett Air Purifier through the CMP Grant?
Click here for a helpful onboarding video to assist with set up.
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We need your input on 2024 Education Topics
This survey provided by our partner Proactive Medical is designed to collect data on which webinar series are most desired by our providers. We ask that you take a few minutes to give us your feedback. Thank you in advance.
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KHCA partners with LeadingAge Kansas on Leadership and Management Learning Series
KHCA has partnered with LeadingAge Kansas to offer a Leadership and Management Excellence Learning series to help promote strategies for success. It’s a 7 part virtual series taking place on Tuesday’s starting September 19th.
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Employee Engagement: How to be the Best Boss Your Employees Ever Had
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Employee Accountability: How to Address Problem Behaviors and Attitudes
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Building Harmony: How Manage Conflict and Successfully Work Through Differences
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Hire Smart: How to Interview, Select, and Onboard the Right People
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Service Excellence: How to Deliver a Great Customer Experience
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Emotional and Relational Intelligence: How to Manage Yourself and Your Relationships Well
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Personal Effectiveness and Replenishment: How to be In Control, Make the Most of Your Time, and Enjoy Life
Make sure to use code KHCA when registering.
Cost: $499
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Reintroduced observation status bill could take edge off Medicare 3-day rule
US House lawmakers have reintroduced a bill that would apply hospital ‘observation status’ designation toward Medicare’s three-day qualifying hospital stay requirement. If the legislation passes, more post-acute patients could qualify for care in skilled nursing facilities, a reprieve for providers following the end of pandemic-era waivers, industry advocates said. READ MORE
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The latest Your Top-Line publication for skilled nursing centers in your state are now available!
Your Top-Line is a LTC Trend Tracker℠ publication that includes metrics and graphics outlining skilled nursing center's progress on Five Star performance, the AHCA/NCAL Quality Initiative, their journey through the Quality Awards program, and other necessary data to help skilled nursing centers achieve their desired goals.
If you need help downloading your report, please e-mail Jennafer Sumner at jsumner@khca.org
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Don't Forget to Nominate Your Staff!
The 2023 Staff Recognition Program is here again and this is a way for you to honor your staff and volunteers. Our yearly awards ceremony is just a small way of honoring some of the great men and women who care for the elders of our great state! The time taken from your busy schedules to fill out this nomination is very much appreciated.
Winners will be honored at our Annual Convention and Trade Show on Friday, September 29, 2023.
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Production of the KHCA/KCAL 2024 Membership Directory
KHCA/KCAL has partnered with E&M Consulting, Inc. to produce our Membership Directory. The publication will be available in both print and digital formats. E&M will be managing the project, including advertising sales and layout/graphic design. They are highly professional and produce a high-quality publication, and we ask that you give them a moment of your time. E&M will be contacting all members about the advertising opportunities available. The publication will be mailed to every member – a great opportunity to promote and give your company additional exposure.
If you have any questions or want to advertise, please contact an E&M sales associate at 800-572-0011 ext. 8005 or advertising@eandmsales.com. As always, your support is greatly appreciated!
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Assisted Living Lunch and Learn - Survey Preparedness and Plans of Correction
This State-Licensed only Lunch and Learn will guide Assisted Living, Home Plus, and Residential Healthcare communities through survey readiness and response. During this lunch and learn, Joan Hudson, KCAL Clinical Consultant will review how to prepare a survey ready binder/tool, how to complete a mock survey and focused reviews in your community, and the most commonly cited deficiencies as well as best practices to avoid these citations. Joan will also review how to write and work a plan of correction if your community does receive citations.
Learning Objectives:
- Participants will understand the most commonly cited deficiencies in state licensed only homes and best practices to prevent them.
- Participants will understand the state licensed survey process and be able to verbalize what is required upon entrance of a survey.
- Participants will be able to write a plan of correction using a four-step outline for each citation.
- Participants will have a full belly, laugh 2-3 times, and enjoy good company.
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Assisted Living Lunch and Learn - Survey Preparedness and Plans of Correction
8/18/2023 10:00AM - 2:00PM
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Webinar: Mission Possible: SNF Department Head Briefing - Advanced Action Planning for Administrators
8/22/2023 1:30PM - 2:30PM
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Webinar: Bedrails in Assisted Living; Do you know what's required?
8/24/2023 2:00PM - 3:15PM
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73rd Annual Convention and Tradeshow
9/27/2023 2:00PM - 9/29/2023 4:00PM
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Wound Champions in the Post-Acute LTC Setting
10/24/2023 8:00AM - 5:00PM
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Administrator in Training (AIT) Program
We are excited to announce our new AIT Program! Click here for more details.
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Kansas Health Care Association and the Kansas Center for Assisted Living
1100 SW Gage Blvd. | PO Box 4770 | Topeka, KS 66604
PH: 785-267-6003 FAX: 785-267-0833
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