by Proactive LTC Consulting | Nov 5, 2025 | Compliance, Dietary, Documentation, Nursing, Nutrition, Quality, Weight Loss
Q: Why is monitoring enteral feedings important in LTC? A: Monitoring ensures the resident is receiving the correct nutrition safely and effectively. It helps identify complications early, such as: Tube blockage or displacement Aspiration risk Intolerance... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Oct 29, 2025 | 5-Star, MDS, Nursing, Pressure Ulcers, Quality, Quality Measure
Q: I have a resident with an in-house acquired Stage 2 pressure injury. He went out to the hospital for three days and upon return, it was documented as Stage 4. How should this be coded on the MDS? A: The RAI User’s Manual (v1.18.11, effective Oct. 1, 2025)... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Oct 22, 2025 | Infection Prevention, Nursing, Quality, Reimbursement, Staffing, VBP
Major Changes to SNF VBP Program: What You Need to Know to be Successful The Skilled Nursing Facility Value-Based Purchasing (SNF VBP) Program continues to evolve, with CMS expanding the scope of this quality incentive program beyond the hospital readmission measure... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Oct 15, 2025 | 5-Star, Nursing, Quality, SNF, Staffing
5 Minute Staff Retention Strategies for the Busy DON Most experts agree that the main reasons for high turnover in all areas of healthcare, especially nurses and nursing assistants, include burnout, aging of the workforce and fierce competition to attract... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Oct 8, 2025 | Compliance, Infection Prevention, Nursing, Quality, Survey
Stepping into Infection Prevention: Key Questions Every New IP Should Ask Starting as an Infection Preventionist (IP) may feel overwhelming – balancing surveillance, education, data tracking, and compliance all at once. This Q&A highlights common questions... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Oct 8, 2025 | Compliance, F-Tag, Nursing, Quality, Regulatory, Resident Rights, Survey
Hot Topics in F550 Resident Rights: Real-World Challenges and Practical Solutions Ensuring residents are treated with respect, dignity, and compassion is the foundation of quality care. But in the fast-paced environment of long-term care, even the best...