by Proactive LTC Consulting | Mar 19, 2025 | Compliance, Infection Prevention, Nursing, Regulatory
Q: What are key steps to ensure compliance with the updated Enhanced Barrier Precautions (EBP) guidance that takes effect 4/28/25? A: Facilities should take the following steps to prepare for surveyor evaluation of EBP implementation: 1. Identify Residents Who... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Feb 26, 2025 | Compliance, Infection Prevention, Nursing, Quality, Regulatory
The Vital Role of the Infection Preventionist in Long-Term Care The Infection Preventionist (IP) plays a crucial role in preventing and controlling infections in long-term care facilities. An Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) program ensures compliance... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Feb 5, 2025 | Infection Prevention, Nursing, QAPI, Quality Measure
Q: Our facility tracks infection control in the computer, is it necessary to keep a facility map with locations of infections? A: While infection control software can provide valuable data visualization tools, maintaining an updated facility map is still... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jan 7, 2025 | Abuse, Clinical, Falls, Infection Prevention, Legal, Nursing, Pressure Ulcers, Regulatory
Long-Term Care Litigation: Evolving Challenges and Proactive Solutions Long Term Care (LTC) litigation has transformed into a highly focused and increasingly intimidating process for facilities. Providers can reduce litigation risk by understanding the LTC litigation... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Dec 30, 2024 | 5-Star, ADL, Blog, COVID-19, Dietary, Falls, Infection Prevention, MDS, Nursing, Pressure Ulcers, Quality, RAI Manual, Regulatory, Survey
The Top 10 Nursing Home Citations of 2024: Insights and Prevention Strategies Understanding citation trends is critical to improving quality and compliance. By analyzing deficiency data, facilities can focus on priority areas of improvement to prepare for surveys and... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Dec 4, 2024 | Compliance, Facilities Management, Infection Prevention, Nursing
Q: What are the proper infection control measures for linen handling? A: To maintain infection control, follow these best practices: Wear Appropriate PPE: Always wear gloves, and additional personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed, when handling soiled...