Shows
LTC DON ChatConfidence as a Culture: Empowering the TeamIn this LTC DON Chat podcast episode, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Lauren Stenson, MSN, RN, CNDLTC, QCP, DNS-CT, curriculum development specialist with AAPACN, discuss ways directors of nursing services can build confidence in their staff. Whether on-boarding new hires, supporting burned-out nurses, or just trying to bring stability to a high-turnover environment, confidence is the fuel behind quality care.
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Daily Clinical Rounds Tool2025-07-1606 min
LTC NAC ChatMDS Changes Oct. 2025 – What We Know Right NowIn this LTC NAC Chat podcast episode, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, Jessie McGill, RN, BSN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, senior curriculum development specialist with AAPACN, discuss the MDS changes coming this fall and what we know right now.2025-07-0916 minLTC DON ChatLeading the Shift: Psychotropic Stewardship in Nursing PracticeIn this LTC DON Chat podcast episode, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Lauren Stenson, MSN, RN, CNDLTC, QCP, DNS-CT, curriculum development specialist with AAPACN, discuss how the director of nursing services (DNS) can advocate for resident-centered care by navigating Appendix PP updates, reducing unnecessary psychotropic medications, and driving meaningful, non-pharmacological interventions through interdisciplinary collaboration.
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Maximizing Your Pharmacy’s Benefits Tool2025-06-1107 minLTC NAC ChatKnow the Rules, Win the Fight: Inside SNF Medicare AppealsIn this LTC NAC Chat podcast episode, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Jennifer LaBay, RN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, QCP, CRC, curriculum development specialist with AAPACN, discuss the Medicare appeals process in skilled nursing facilities.
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Medicare Parts A & B Appeals Process: How the Five Levels of Appeal Work – AAPACN Article
Medicare Advantage vs. FFS Part A Expedited Determinations: What’s the Difference? – AAPACN Article
RAC-CTA - Medical Reviews and Oversight for the Advanced Medicare Specialist - Online + PDF – AAPACN On-Demand Course
Medicare Basic Training Part 9: Beneficiary Notices Initiative On-Demand Workshop – AAPACN Training
Me...2025-06-0423 minLTC NAC ChatICD-10-CM Diagnosis SequencingIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Jennifer LaBay, RN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, QCP, CRC, curriculum development specialist with AAPACN, discuss the sequencing of ICD-10-CM diagnosis coding.Additional Resources:
ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting
AAPACN Articles:
Deep Dive into ICD-10-CM: Diagnosis Sequencing Guidelines
Five Mistakes Often Made Selecting ICD-10-CM Codes in the SNF
How to Use the ICD-10-CM Coding Manual
ICD-10-CM: Navigating the Term “With,” Combination Codes, and Complications of Care
Deep Dive into ICD-10-CM Coding: Misunderstood Coding Guidelines
ICD-10 Coding: Keys to Achi...2025-05-1416 minLTC DON ChatWhat to Do When Someone Calls the Department of Health on Your FacilityIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Denise Winzeler, BSN, RN, LNHA, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, director of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, discuss what to do when someone calls the Department of Health on your facility.
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Admission Checklist: Seed to Success2025-05-0709 minLTC NAC ChatAppendix PP Updates: Admission, Transfer, and DischargeIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Denise Winzeler, BSN, RN, LNHA, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, director of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, discuss the new Appendix PP updates related to admission, transfer, and discharge going into effect April 28, 2025.
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Appendix PP Regulatory Updates – 2025
F-Tag Library On-Demand Series
CMS Nursing Homes Webpage – LTC Survey Pathways can be found in the Survey Resources ZIP file under the Downloads section2025-04-0810 minLTC NAC ChatWays NACs Can Advance Their Quality Measures KnowledgeIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Jessie McGill, RN, BSN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, senior curriculum development specialist with AAPACN, discuss ways nurse assessment coordinators can advance their Quality Measures knowledge.
Additional Resources:Quality Measure IQ Series: Pressure Ulcer Measures – ArticleQuality Measure IQ Series: Antipsychotic Medication Measures – ArticleQuality Measure IQ Series: All the Vaccine Measures – ArticleQuality Measure IQ Series: Discharge Function Score Measure – ArticleQuality Measure IQ Series: Long-Stay Falls Measures – ArticleQuality Measures: Fundamentals of Exclusions – PodcastJanuary 2025 Five-Star Unfreeze: What to Expect – PodcastMDS 3.0 Quality Measures: Start with the Basic Ingredients – May 2, 2024 – On-Demand WebinarAt-a-Glance...2025-04-0111 minLTC DON ChatEnhancing DNS Leadership Skills for Team ResiliencyIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Lauren Stenson, MSN, RN, CNDLTC, QCP, DNS-CT, curriculum development specialist for AAPACN, discuss how directors of nursing services can advance their leadership skills to help their teams be more resilient to the evolving challenges of healthcare.
Additional Resources:Self-Care and Why It Matters in Healthcare – Podcast2025-03-1112 minLTC NAC ChatFollow-Up Answers to Q&A from Beneficiary Notices Jan. 30, 2025, AAPACN WebinarIn this podcast, Jessie McGill, RN, BSN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, senior curriculum development specialist for AAPACN, and Jennifer LaBay, RN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, QCP, CRC, curriculum development specialist for AAPACN, address some of the questions that were asked during the AAPACN Webinar, “SNF ABN, NOMNC, DENC – What Has Changed for this Alphabet Soup of Notices” held January 30, 2025.
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SNF ABN, NOMNC, DENC – What Has Changed for This Alphabet Soup of Notices? – Jan. 30, 2025
Beneficiary Notice Guidelines Tool2025-03-0409 minLTC NAC ChatSelf-Care and Why It Matters in HealthcareIn this podcast, Denise Winzeler, BSN, RN, LNHA, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, director of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, and Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, discuss self-care and the importance of taking a break.2025-02-1107 minLTC NAC ChatA New Method for Auditing PDPMIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Jessie McGill, RN, BSN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, senior curriculum development specialist with AAPACN, discuss a new method for auditing the Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM).
Additional Resource:PDPM Audit by MDS Section2025-02-0515 minLTC DON ChatAdmission Process Best Practices: How to Create a Smooth Resident Transition to LTPAC SettingsIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Lauren Stenson, MSN, RN, CNDLTC, QCP, DNS-CT, curriculum development specialist for AAPACN, discuss the admission process and ways to ease the resident’s transition into long-term and post-acute care settings.2025-01-1514 minLTC NAC ChatJanuary 2025 Five-Star Unfreeze: What to ExpectIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Jessie McGill, RN, BSN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, senior curriculum development specialist with AAPACN, discuss what to expect this January when Five-Star unfreezes several quality measures.2025-01-0717 minLTC DON ChatLTPAC Onboarding and Orientation Process PitfallsIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Lauren Stenson, MSN, RN, CNDLTC, QCP, DNS-CT, curriculum development specialist for AAPACN, discuss some common pitfalls of the onboarding and orientation process in long-term and post-acute care settings and how to set new employees up for success.
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AAPACN Onboarding Essentials: Welcoming Staff to Promote Retention Tool2024-12-1009 minLTC NAC ChatHow to Prepare for AAPACN CertificationIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Jennifer LaBay, RN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, QCP, CRC, and Jessie McGill, RN, BSN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, curriculum development specialists with AAPACN, discuss best practices to prepare for an AAPACN certification.
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Resident Assessment Coordinator—Certified (RAC-CT®)
Resident Assessment Coordinator—Certified Advanced (RAC-CTA®)
QAPI Certified Professional (QCP®)
Director of Nursing Services—Certified (DNS-CT®)
Candidate Handbooks2024-12-0416 minLTC NAC ChatConduct a Thorough Candidate Interview for Improved Staff RetentionIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Denise Winzeler, BSN, RN, LNHA, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, curriculum development specialist for AAPACN, discuss how conducting a thorough candidate interview can help to improve staff retention in skilled nursing facilities as well as a resource from AAPACN to assist with this process.
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Interview Template Tool2024-11-1906 minLTC NAC ChatFollow-Up Answers to Q&A from ICD-10 Updates Sept. 12, 2024, AAPACN WebinarIn this podcast, AAPACN Curriculum Development Specialists, Jessie McGill, RN, BSN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA and Jennifer LaBay RN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, QCP, CRC, discuss a few of the questions asked during the recent AAPACN webinar, “How to Prepare for FY 2025 ICD-10 Updates,” held on Sept. 12, 2024.
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How to Prepare for FY 2025 ICD-10 Updates – Sept. 12, 20242024-11-0511 minLTC NAC ChatConduct a Comprehensive Systems Review to Improve Quality Measure OutcomesIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Denise Winzeler, BSN, RN, LNHA, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, curriculum development specialist for AAPACN, discuss how a comprehensive review of whole systems can help to improve Quality Measure outcomes in skilled nursing facilities and how a new resource from AAPACN can assist with this process.
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QM Rescue Guide
QM Survival Guide2024-10-0807 minLTC NAC ChatQuality Measures: Fundamentals of ExclusionsIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Jessie McGill, RN, BSN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, curriculum development specialist for AAPACN, discuss Quality Measures and some fundamentals about exclusions.
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QM Survival Guide2024-10-0212 minLTC NAC ChatTop Five Changes in the RAI User’s Manual for October 2024In this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Jessie McGill, RN, BSN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, curriculum development specialist for AAPACN, discuss the top five changes coming to the RAI User’s Manual this October and how they will impact nurse assessment coordinators (NACs).
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Small Updates, Big Impact: October 2024 RAI Manual Changes2024-09-1115 minLTC NAC ChatDocumentation and Monitoring for a Skilled StayIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Jennifer LaBay, RN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, QCP, CRC, curriculum development specialist with AAPACN, discuss documentation and monitoring for a skilled stay.
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Skilled or Not? Tool
Medicare Basic Training
Skilled AAPACN resources2024-08-2118 minLTC DON ChatImprove Staff Retention by Following Hiring Best Practices and Elevating the Onboarding ProcessIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Denise Winzeler, BSN, RN, LNHA, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, curriculum development specialist for AAPACN, discuss how the director of nursing services (DNS) can improve staff retention through the onboarding process.
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Interview Template Tool
Stay Interview Template and Action Plan
AAPACN Onboarding Essentials: Welcoming Staff to Promote Retention Tool
Turnover Solutions Series – Part 2: Understanding Why Employees Leave and Strategies to Reduce Turnover2024-07-1606 minLTC NAC ChatCommon Myths about SNF Medicare Advantage Plan ManagementIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Maureen McCarthy, RN, BS, RAC-MT, QCP-MT, DNS-MT, RAC-MTA, president and CEO of Celtic Consulting, and AAPACN board member, dispel some common myths and concerns related to Medicare Advantage plan management in skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), the beneficiary notices initiative process, and implementing the 2024 Medicare Advantage and Part D Final Rule.2024-07-0916 minLTC DON ChatTurnover and Staff Retention – Understand the Differences and How to Track These MetricsIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Denise Winzeler, BSN, RN, LNHA, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, curriculum development specialist for AAPACN, discuss turnover and staff retention, what the differences are and how to track these metrics. They will also cover what the director of nursing services (DNS) can learn from these numbers and how the DNS can communicate that information to others to improve outcomes.2024-06-1106 minLTC NAC ChatOverview of the FY 2025 SNF PPS Proposed RuleIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Jessie McGill, RN, BSN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, curriculum development specialist for AAPACN, discuss the fiscal year 2025 Skilled Nursing Facility Prospective Payment System (SNF PPS) proposed rule and how the changes may impact the nurse assessment coordinator’s role.2024-06-0414 minLTC DON ChatThe Importance of Facility CultureIn this podcast, Denise Winzeler, BSN, RN, LNHA, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, curriculum development specialist for AAPACN, and Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, discuss facility culture—what it is, why it’s important, and how listeners can assess and implement strategies to improve their culture.
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AAPACN’s Nursing Department Culture Assessment and Improvement Worksheet
Improve Staffing and Quality Care Through Individualized Culture Change of the Nursing Department2024-05-0708 minLTC NAC ChatMDS Tools to Make the NAC’s Job EasierIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Jessie McGill, RN, BSN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, and Jennifer LaBay, RN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, QCP, CRC, curriculum development specialists for AAPACN, discuss AAPACN tools that make the nurse assessment coordinator’s (NAC’s) job easier.
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At-a-Glance QM, QRP, and VBP Tool
PDPM At-a-Glance Tool
Skilled or Not? Tool – REVISED
MDS Data Collection for the NAC Tool
Section GG Data Collection Tool
OBRA Scheduling Tools for Calendar Year 2024
Beneficiary Notice Guidelines Tool
MDS Daily Startup for the NAC Backup Tool
AAPACN Free-Member Tools webpage2024-04-3012 minLTC DON ChatHow the Occupational Therapist Can Collaborate with the Director of Nursing ServicesIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Colleen Oakley, OTR/L NHA RAC-CT, senior director of operations for Rehab America and treasurer and member of the AAPACN Board of Directors, discuss ways that the occupational therapist (OT) can collaborate with the director of nursing services (DNS) for better resident outcomes.2024-04-2310 minLTC NAC ChatSection GG: Key Insights into Determining Usual PerformanceIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Jessie McGill, RN, BSN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, curriculum development specialist for AAPACN, discuss key insights to determine section GG usual performance.2024-04-0214 minLTC NAC ChatFocus on Care Planning and How to Simplify the ProcessIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Jennifer LaBay, RN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, QCP, CRC, curriculum development specialist with AAPACN, discuss strategies for simplifying the care plan process.
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Baseline Care Plan Tool2024-03-1915 minLTC DON ChatAdvocate for Long-Term Care Through the DNS-EAPIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Denise Winzeler, BSN, RN, LNHA, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, curriculum development specialist for AAPACN, discuss the opportunity for AAPACN members to advocate for long-term care through AAPACN’s Director of Nursing Services—Expert Advisory Panel (DNS-EAP).
Additional Resources:Learn more and apply to become a member of the DNS-EAP here2024-03-1206 minLTC DON ChatManagement of Resident Behavioral Health Needs in Long-Term CareIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Jacob Berelowitz, LNHA, LMSW, CPHQ, CCM, program director for the Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health in Nursing Facilities (COE-NF), discuss resident behavioral health management—what it is, the benefits of this approach, how it differs from other methods, and some key strategies for success to improve resident care.
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Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health in Nursing Facilities
AAPACN 2024 Conference
Request 1:1 Technical Assistance and Support from COE-NF
COE-NF Resource Hub
COE-NF Upcoming Virtual Trainings2024-02-0612 minLTC NAC ChatGetting Care Area Assessments Back on TrackIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Jessie McGill, RN, BSN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, curriculum development specialist for AAPACN, discuss the common challenges nurse assessment coordinators (NACs) face with care area assessments (CAAs) and how they can get back on track.2024-01-3009 min
LTC NAC ChatPartner Podcast: MDS…The Hidden Piece of Your Facility’s PuzzleIn this podcast, Kim Hicks, vice president of business development for AAPACN, and Jessica Stucin, RN, BSN, LNHA, RAC-CT, RAC-CTA, assistant director of education for MDS Consultants, LLC, an AAPACN Diamond Business Partner, discuss some of the basics the MDS and RAI process, their impact, how they are foundational pieces of quality care, and the importance of working together with the interdisciplinary team for the best care outcomes.
About MDS Consultants
MDS Consultants provides a nurturing educational environment with an intense focus on MDS integrity, regulatory compliance, and reimbursement methodologies. Our per-diem, no long-term contracts have received positive feedback and h...2024-01-2417 minLTC NAC ChatKeep Quality Measures Hot During the Five-Star Freeze: Extended AAPACN Webinar Q&AIn this podcast, Jennifer LaBay, RN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, QCP, CRC, curriculum development specialist for AAPACN, and Jessie McGill, RN, BSN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, curriculum development specialist for AAPACN, discuss a few outstanding questions that members asked during the recent AAPACN webinar, Keep Quality Measures Hot During the Five-Star Freeze.2024-01-0916 minLTC DON ChatCommon Barriers and Risks Associated with Care Planning and How the DNS Can Support the Nursing TeamIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Denise Winzeler, BSN, RN, LNHA, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, curriculum development specialist for AAPACN, discuss common barriers in the care planning process, the risks of delaying care plan updates, and how the director of nursing services (DNS) can support the nursing team in the care planning process.
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Baseline Care Plan tool
Comprehensive Person-Centered Care Plan Audit Tool and Care Planning Cheat Sheet
Person-Centered Care Planning – Nursing In-service Education2023-12-1207 minLTC NAC ChatThe Basics of Significant Change and What Has ChangedIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Jennifer LaBay, RN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, QCP, CRC, curriculum development specialist with AAPACN, discuss some of the common concerns noted with Significant Change in Status Assessments (SCSAs).2023-11-1412 minLTC DON ChatOperationalizing Change in the WorkplaceIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Linda Winston, RN, MSN, BS, RAC-CT, RAC-CTA, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, independent nurse consultant and educator, discuss how to operationalize change in the workplace.This podcast is sponsored by AAPACN Diamond business partner, MDS Consultants. MDS Consultants provides short-term and long-term MDS completion services, practical training for the everyday MDS Coordinator, and a variety of compliance services for case-mix, Medicare eligibility, UB-04, care plans, schizophrenia audits and more. Learn how to get help for your team at mds-consultants.com.2023-10-1012 minLTC NAC ChatWhat Changed from the Draft RAI User’s Manual to the Final?In this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Jennifer LaBay, RN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, QCP, CRC, AAPACN curriculum development specialist, discuss what changed from the draft RAI User’s Manual version 1.18.11 to the final version.2023-10-0316 minLTC NAC ChatMost Frequently Asked Questions on Oct. 1 MDS Updates for Section GGIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Jessie McGill, RN, BSN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, curriculum development specialist with AAPACN, discuss the answers to the most frequently asked questions AAPACN members have asked regarding the updates coming to section GG, Functional Abilities and Goals.2023-09-1219 minLTC DON ChatThe DNS’s Role in the Annual BudgetIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Denise Winzeler, BSN, RN, LNHA, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, curriculum development specialist for AAPACN, discuss the director of nursing services’ (DNS's) role in the annual budget.2023-08-0708 minLTC NAC ChatReview of ICD-10-CM Changes Effective Oct. 1, 2023In this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, and Jennifer LaBay, RN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, QCP, CRC, curriculum development specialist with AAPACN, discuss some of the ICD-10-CM changes coming Oct. 1, 2023.Additional Resources:
ICD-10-CM FY2024 Guidelines
ICD-10-CM FY2024 Conversion Table
CMS 2024 ICD-10-CM Webpage
CMS PDPM Webpage2023-07-1117 minLTC NAC ChatExtended Q&A from the AAPACN May 18 Live Webinar on Upcoming MDS ChangesIn this podcast, Jessie McGill, RN, BSN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, curriculum development specialist with AAPACN, and Jennifer LaBay, RN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, QCP, CRC, curriculum development specialist with AAPACN, discuss some of the most pressing questions about the draft RAI User’s Manual v1.18.11.2023-06-0719 minLTC DON ChatHow to Navigate and Prioritize Current Regulatory Changes for Nurse LeadersIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, and Alexis Roam, MSN, RN-BC, CPHQ, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, AAPACN curriculum development specialist, discuss how to handle several different regulatory changes nurse leaders are navigating through right now.
Additional Resources:
Survey Preparedness Program - a customizable program that will help facility leaders adopt the mindset of ongoing survey compliance and ingrain it into their operations.
White Paper: FY 2024 SNF PPS Proposed Rule: SNF QRP and SNF VBP Changes Galore
QM Survival Guide
Overview of the Draft MDS 3.0 RAI User’s Manual v1...2023-06-0609 minLTC DON ChatHow SNFs Can Address CMS’s New Enhanced Enforcements for Infection Control DeficienciesIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, and Denise Winzeler, BSN, RN, LNHA, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, AAPACN curriculum development specialist, discuss the new enhanced enforcements for infection control deficiencies released by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in March 2023 and their potential impact on skilled nursing facilities (SNFs).
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F-Tag Library – This new AAPACN on-demand series developed by AAPACN nurse experts provides explanation and insight into the nuances of each individual F-tag, as well as steps facilities can take to attain and maintain compliance with federal re...2023-05-2309 minLTC DON ChatSpecial Focus Facilities – Part 2In this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, and Denise Winzeler, BSN, RN, LNHA, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, AAPACN curriculum development specialist, discuss the latest updates to The Special Focus Facility Program in part two of the Special Focus Facilities podcast series.2023-04-1106 minLTC NAC ChatBack to the Basics: Preparing for MDS Submission to the Federal RepositoryIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, and Jennifer LaBay, RN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, QCP, CRC, curriculum development specialist with AAPACN, discuss the basics of preparing for MDS submission as well as CMS’s upcoming transition to the Internet Quality Improvement and Evaluation System (iQIES).
Additional Resources:
Prepare for iQIES to Avoid MDS Submission Failures – AAPACN Article
What Role Should the NAC Sign Up for in iQIES? – AAPACN Blog
Final Step of MDS Management: The Final Validation Report – AAPACN Article
MDS 3.0 Final Validation Reports Quick Facts and Resources – AAPACN Too2023-04-0316 minLTC DON ChatSpecial Focus Facilities – Part 1In this first episode of a two-part series on Special Focus Facilities, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, and Denise Winzeler, BSN, RN, LNHA, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, AAPACN curriculum development specialist, talk about the basics of The Special Focus Facility Program.2023-03-0706 minLTC NAC ChatNew MDS Items Series: Transfer of Health InformationIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, and Jessie McGill, RN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, AAPACN curriculum development specialist, continue the New MDS Items Series on the upcoming changes to the MDS with version 1.18.11, effective Oct. 1, 2023. This episode focuses on the MDS changes that will address transfer of health information.2023-02-2710 minLTC DON ChatCOVID-19 Vaccines and Treatments Series: Keeping Infections Out This WinterThis podcast is another episode of a special podcast series on the winter wave of COVID-19. Throughout this series, AAPACN will talk with experts about the state of COVID-19, the vaccines and boosters available and why we need them, and the significance of COVID-19 treatments. The triple threat of infections this winter will also be addressed.
In this second episode, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, and Laurie Laxton, RN, BSN, CMAS, CCFA, RAC-CT, IP-BC, QCP, principal clinical trainer with Inovalon, discuss the many infections that are a threat...2023-02-1515 minLTC DON ChatCOVID-19 Vaccines and Treatments Series: PaxlovidThis podcast is the beginning of a special podcast series on the winter wave of COVID-19. Throughout this series, AAPACN will talk with experts about the state of COVID-19, the vaccines and boosters available and why we need them, and the significance of COVID-19 treatments. The triple threat of infections this winter will also be addressed.
In this first episode, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, and Rob Leffler, RPh, BCGP, FASCP, vice president of clinical services for Synchrony Pharmacy discuss Paxlovid and how providers can work with their...2023-02-0810 minLTC DON ChatF695 Respiratory Care and Survey CitationsListen to this podcast for a discussion on survey citation F695, Respiratory/Tracheostomy Care and Suctioning - what it is, why it is important, and how skilled nursing facilities can avoid it. Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, offers listeners insight into what surveyors will be looking at, examples of how facilities are getting cited, and ways to prepare.2023-02-0707 minLTC NAC ChatNew MDS Item Podcast Series: Social Determinants of HealthIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, and Jessie McGill, RN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, AAPACN curriculum development specialist, continue the podcast series on the upcoming changes to the MDS. This podcast focuses on the MDS changes that will address social determinants of health.2023-01-3112 minLTC NAC ChatNew MDS Items Series: Changes to Ethnicity and RaceIn this new podcast series, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, and Jessie McGill, RN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, AAPACN curriculum development specialist, discuss upcoming changes to the MDS. This first episode in the series focuses on the changes to ethnicity and race, how they will be coded on the MDS, and how these changes tie into recent updates to the requirements of participation and the guidance to surveyors in Appendix PP of the State Operations Manual.2023-01-1015 minLTC DON ChatHow to Address Nurse Incivility in the WorkplaceIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, and Alexis Roam, MSN, RN-BC, QCP-MT, DNS-MT, AAPACN curriculum development specialist, discuss nurse incivility and what the director of nursing services can do to stop this trend in behavior among nursing staff.2023-01-1008 minLTC NAC ChatPreparing for the Retirement of Section GIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, and Jessie McGill, RN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, a curriculum development specialist with AAPACN, talk about how nurse assessment coordinators can start preparing for the retirement of section G.
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Preparing for Section G Retirement: Care Plan UpdatesSection GG Train the Trainer2022-12-1322 minLTC DON ChatBeing a Fiscally Savvy DNSIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, and Denise Winzeler, BSN, RN, LNHA, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, AAPACN curriculum development specialist, discuss what it takes for the director of nursing services (DNS) to be responsible with the facility finances.
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Becoming a Fiscally Savvy DNS – Part 1: ExpensesBecoming a Fiscally Savvy DNS – Part 2: Budget, Revenue, and Five-Star RatingsNurse Leader FundamentalsDirector of Nursing Services—Certified (DNS-CT)2022-11-0708 minLTC NAC ChatBetter Resident Care Starts with the DNS Understanding the NAC RoleIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, and Jessie McGill, RN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, curriculum development specialist with AAPACN, discuss the challenge nurse assessment coordinators face in explaining the complexity and breadth of their role to others.
Additional Resource:MDS Development: A Toolbox for the NHA and DNS2022-11-0127 minLTC NAC ChatCare Planning for Trauma-Informed CareIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, and Denise Winzeler, BSN, RN, LNHA, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, curriculum development specialist with AAPACN, discuss some of the basics of trauma-informed care, what should be in place in skilled nursing facilities, and how to create a trauma-informed care plan.2022-10-2510 minLTC NAC ChatA Conversation on Two Technical Expert Panels and the Future Unified Payment Model with Renee KinderIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, and Renee Kinder, MS, CCC-SLP, RAC-CT, executive vice president of clinical services with AAPACN Diamond partner, Broad River Rehab, share information about their participation on two technical expert panels and some news about the future unified payment model.2022-09-2118 minLTC NAC ChatNew Draft MDS 3.0 Nursing Home Comprehensive Item Set – How SNFs Should PrepareIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, and Jessie McGill, RN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, curriculum development specialist with AAPACN, discuss CMS’s recent release of the draft MDS 3.0 Nursing Home Comprehensive Item Set and the changes skilled nursing facilities can expect and should plan for before October 2023.
Resource:Substantive Changes to the MDS Nursing Home Comprehensive (NC) Item Set2022-09-2100 minLTC DON ChatOctober 24 Survey Changes and How SNFs Can PrepareIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, and Alexis Roam, MSN, RN-BC, DNS-CT, QCP, AAPACN curriculum development specialist, talk about the revised long-term care surveyor guidance that goes into effect Oct. 24, 2022, and how skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) can get ready.2022-08-2309 minLTC NAC ChatSNF Staffing Crisis: The Risks and Impact of Pulling the NAC to the FloorIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, and Jennifer LaBay, RN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, QCP, CRC, curriculum development specialist with AAPACN, discuss the current staffing crisis in skilled nursing facilities across the country and the potential impact of using the nurse assessment coordinator (NAC) as a long-term staffing solution.2022-08-1618 minLTC DON ChatNurse Leader Fundamentals: An OverviewIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN and Denise Winzeler, BSN, RN, LNHA, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, curriculum development specialist for AAPACN, discuss AAPACN’s latest education program for nurse leaders—Nurse Leader Fundamentals.2022-08-0811 minLTC NAC ChatICD-10-CM Codes: Use of Unspecified Codes Resulting in Medicare DenialsIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, Jennifer LaBay, RN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, QCP, CRC, curriculum development specialist with AAPACN, and Carol Maher, RN-BC, RAC-MTA, RAC-MT, CPC, director of education for Hansen, Hunter & Co., P.C./Synergy Healthcare Resources/Axiom/HealthBridge, discuss some recent Medicare denials related to the use of unspecified diagnosis codes.
Review the Definitions of Medicare Code Edits, ICD-10 Version - April 2022.2022-07-2728 minLTC DON ChatHome Health and SNF Collaboration with Dr. Danielle PierottiIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, and Dr. Danielle Pierotti, RN, PhD, CENP, discuss about home health and how collaboration with skilled nursing facilities can improve outcomes.2022-07-1922 minLTC DON ChatLean Healthcare and PIPs – Quality Improvement with Dr. Rebecca CahillIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN and Dr. Rebecca Cahill, professor for the Research College of Nursing, discuss how lean healthcare practices can benefit skilled nursing facilities and enhance the performance improvement project (PIP) process and overall quality improvement.2022-06-0722 minLTC NAC ChatWhich Do I Follow? Federal vs. State Regulations for the MDSIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, and Jennifer LaBay, RN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, QCP, CRC, curriculum development specialist for AAPACN, discuss some of the differences between federal and state-specific regulations for MDS completion.2022-05-3115 minLTC DON ChatRegulatory Updates with Janet FeldkampIn this LTC DON Chat podcast, Amy Stewart, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, and Janet Feldkamp, a partner with Benesch Healthcare, discuss updates on survey and regulatory issues that skilled nursing facilities are facing today.2022-04-0513 minLTC DON ChatThe Impact of Medications on Falls for Nursing Home Residents with Rob LefflerIn this LTC DON Chat podcast, Amy Stewart, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, and Rob Leffler, the vice president for PCA Pharmacy, talk about the impact of medications on falls for residents in nursing homes today.2022-03-2110 minLTC DON ChatNew Year, New Way – Using Technology to Supplement Staffing – Part 3In the third and final part of this podcast series, Kim Hicks, vice president of business development for AAPACN, and Brandon Tappan, executive vice president for ShiftKey, an AAPACN Diamond Partner, and Faygee Morgenshtern, CEO of People Powered Nursing, a labor-management consulting service working with multiple healthcare facilities, discuss common misconceptions of technology-enabled healthcare staffing and why facilities should consider using technology.2022-03-0920 minLTC DON ChatNew Year, New Way – Using Technology to Supplement Staffing – Part 2In the second part of this podcast series, Kim Hicks, vice president of business development for AAPACN, and Brandon Tappan, executive vice president for ShiftKey, an AAPACN Diamond Partner, and Faygee Morgenshtern, CEO of People Powered Nursing, a labor-management consulting service working with multiple healthcare facilities, discuss how skilled nursing facilities can keep full-time staff happy and balance the need for PRN staff while keeping operations and patient care top of mind.2022-03-0914 minLTC DON ChatNew Year, New Way – Using Technology to Supplement Staffing – Part 1In the first part of this podcast series, Kim Hicks, vice president of business development for AAPACN, and Brandon Tappan, executive vice president for ShiftKey, an AAPACN Diamond Partner, and Faygee Morgenshtern, CEO of People Powered Nursing, a labor-management consulting service working with multiple healthcare facilities, discuss why skilled nursing facilities should consider using technology to supplement staff rather than opting for agency staff and how PRN staffing helps improve patient care and overall outcomes.2022-03-0917 minLTC NAC ChatThe Importance of Health Literacy in Nursing Homes with Joel VanEatonIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, and Joel VanEaton, BSN, RN, RAC-CT, RAC-CTA, executive vice president of PAC regulatory affairs and education for Broad River Rehab and an AAPACN Master Teacher, talk about health literacy and its importance in nursing homes today.2022-02-1528 minLTC DON ChatThe Role of Hospice in Nursing Facilities with Rick RussellIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, and Rick Russell, president and CEO of Hospice of Northwest Ohio, discuss the role of hospice in nursing facilities.2022-02-0813 minLTC NAC ChatHow to Utilize Your Staff to Mentor and Fill Gaps in the MDS DepartmentIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN is joined by AAPACN Master Teacher and Board Member, Maureen McCarthy, RN, BS RAC-MT, QCP-MT, DNS-MT, RAC-MTA to discuss how leadership can often find potential nurse assessment coordinators (NACs) among their own staff, some of the key skill sets to watch for, and how to best utilize nurse assistants to support the MDS process.2022-01-2410 minLTC DON ChatDeconditioning with Dr. SteinbergIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN and Dr. Karl Steinberg, president of AMDA and a longtime nursing home medical director and chief medical officer for two nursing home management companies, discuss the importance of early identification of a resident’s change in condition.2022-01-1114 minLTC DON ChatCommon Lawsuits Nursing Homes Face and What to do About Them with Laura GinettIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN and Laura Ginett, attorney and partner for the law firm Hall, Prangle and Schoonveld, discuss common lawsuits nursing homes face, how lawsuits impact your facility and tips to mitigate risk.2021-12-0726 minLTC NAC ChatHow to Be Proactive in Approaching Part B Denials with Erin DuPraeIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN and Erin DuPrae, OTR/L, clinical support specialist with AAPACN Diamond Partner, Synchrony Rehab, discuss how facilities can be proactive with Part B denials and how to prepare for appeals.2021-11-1710 minLTC DON ChatNew Technology in Identifying Wound Infections Helping to Deprescribe Antibiotics with Martha KelsoIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN and Martha Kelso, RN, LNC, HBOT, CEO of Wound Care Plus, a mobile wound care provider, discuss new technology to help identify wound infections and the impact this has on deprescribing antibiotics.2021-11-0310 minLTC DON ChatNew Technology in Identifying Wound Infections Helping to Deprescribe Antibiotics with Martha KelsoIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN and Martha Kelso, RN, LNC, HBOT, CEO of Wound Care Plus, a mobile wound care provider, discuss new technology to help identify wound infections and the impact this has on deprescribing antibiotics.2021-11-0310 minLTC DON ChatAddressing Healthcare-Associated Infections in the Nursing Home with Laurie LaxtonIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, and Laurie Laxton, RN, BSN, CCFA, RAC-CT, IP-BC, QCP, clinical education program lead with ABILITY Network, discuss healthcare associated infections (HAIs) in the nursing home and thoughts on how to address them.2021-10-1310 minLTC DON ChatAddressing Healthcare-Associated Infections in the Nursing Home with Laurie LaxtonIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, and Laurie Laxton, RN, BSN, CCFA, RAC-CT, IP-BC, QCP, clinical education program lead with ABILITY Network, discuss healthcare associated infections (HAIs) in the nursing home and thoughts on how to address them.2021-10-1310 minLTC DON ChatDrug Diversion with Lisa MorrisIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN speaks with Lisa Morris, RPh, BCGP, FASCP, executive director of clinical services for Consana, about drug diversion in the nursing home including how to investigate, and what nurse leaders can do to lower their facility’s risk.2021-09-2214 minLTC DON ChatDrug Diversion with Lisa MorrisIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN speaks with Lisa Morris, RPh, BCGP, FASCP, executive director of clinical services for Consana, about drug diversion in the nursing home including how to investigate, and what nurse leaders can do to lower their facility’s risk.
Listeners, make sure to listen to the end for details on AAPACN's October Podcast Listen and Win Contest and a chance to win a $100 Amazon gift card!2021-09-2214 minLTC DON ChatThe Art of Interviewing Potential Candidates for Employment with Sherry ThomasIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MT, AAPACN vice president of education and certification strategy discusses the art of interviewing potential employees with Sherry Thomas, BS, RN, QCP, IPCO, director of clinical services at LeaderStat.2021-07-1317 minLTC DON ChatThe Art of Interviewing Potential Candidates for Employment with Sherry ThomasIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MT, AAPACN vice president of education and certification strategy discusses the art of interviewing potential employees with Sherry Thomas, BS, RN, QCP, IPCO, director of clinical services at LeaderStat.2021-07-1317 minLTC DON ChatWhat Does the Consultant Pharmacist Wish the DNS Knew with Lisa MorrisIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MT, AAPACN vice president of education and certification strategy talks with Lisa Morris, RPh, BCGP, FASCP, a consultant pharmacist and Chair of the Board of Directors at the American Society of Consultant Pharmacists (ASCP), about the role of the consultant pharmacist, what the consultant pharmacist wishes the director of nursing services (DNS) knew, and strategies for collaboration.2021-06-0814 minLTC DON ChatWhat Does the Consultant Pharmacist Wish the DNS Knew with Lisa MorrisIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MT, AAPACN vice president of education and certification strategy talks with Lisa Morris, RPh, BCGP, FASCP, a consultant pharmacist and Chair of the Board of Directors at the American Society of Consultant Pharmacists (ASCP), about the role of the consultant pharmacist, what the consultant pharmacist wishes the director of nursing services (DNS) knew, and strategies for collaboration.2021-06-0814 minLTC DON ChatA Conversation about Infection Prevention and Control with Dr. Deb Patterson BurdsallIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, Vice President of Education and Certification Strategy for AAPACN and Dr. Deb Patterson Burdsall, PhD, RN-BC, CIC, FAPIC with APIC, APIC Consulting, and the Illinois Department of Health, discuss infection control citations, the role of the infection preventionist, and how nurse leaders should address the changing environment as more people get vaccinated.2021-04-2617 minLTC DON ChatA Conversation about Infection Prevention and Control with Dr. Deb Patterson BurdsallIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, Vice President of Education and Certification Strategy for AAPACN and Dr. Deb Patterson Burdsall, PhD, RN-BC, CIC, FAPIC with APIC, APIC Consulting, and the Illinois Department of Health, discuss infection control citations, the role of the infection preventionist, and how nurse leaders should address the changing environment as more people get vaccinated.2021-04-2617 minLTC DON ChatThe Importance of Investigations with Denise WinzelerIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MT, AAPACN vice president of education and certification strategy and Denise Winzeler, BSN, RN, LNHA, DNS-CT, QCP, AAPACN curriculum development specialist, discuss why it's important to do thorough investigations, what happens when one is not done to the full extent possible, and tips for completion of the process.2021-04-1316 minLTC DON ChatThe Importance of Investigations with Denise WinzelerIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MT, AAPACN vice president of education and certification strategy and Denise Winzeler, BSN, RN, LNHA, DNS-CT, QCP, AAPACN curriculum development specialist, discuss why it's important to do thorough investigations, what happens when one is not done to the full extent possible, and tips for completion of the process.2021-04-1316 minLTC DON ChatCOVID-19: What’s Next and What to Expect with Dr. David GiffordIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, Vice President of Education and Certification Strategy for AAPACN, discusses the future of COVID-19 and what healthcare professionals can expect to see happen in the coming months with Dr. David Gifford, MD, MPH, Chief Medical Officer for AHCA/NCAL.2021-03-0916 minLTC DON ChatCOVID-19: What's Next and What to Expect with Dr. David GiffordIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, Vice President of Education and Certification Strategy for AAPACN, discusses the future of COVID-19 and what healthcare professionals can expect to see happen in the coming months with Dr. David Gifford, MD, MPH, Chief Medical Officer for AHCA/NCAL.2021-03-0916 minLTC DON ChatInfection Control with Laurie LaxtonIn this podcast, Kim Hicks, vice president of business development for AAPACN talks with Laurie Laxton, RN, BSN, CCFA, RAC-CT, IP-BC, an infection prevention expert and senior clinical educator with ABILITY Network, an AAPACN Diamond Partner and our 2021 Premier Conference Sponsor, about how often we should be testing staff for COVID-19, how do we determine when an infection is an HAI vs. CAI, and other great questions. You don't want to miss this podcast!2021-02-0916 minLTC DON ChatInfection Control with Laurie LaxtonIn this podcast, Kim Hicks, vice president of business development for AAPACN talks with Laurie Laxton, RN, BSN, CCFA, RAC-CT, IP-BC, an infection prevention expert and senior clinical educator with ABILITY Network, an AAPACN Diamond Partner and our 2021 Premier Conference Sponsor, about how often we should be testing staff for COVID-19, how do we determine when an infection is an HAI vs. CAI, and other great questions. You don't want to miss this podcast!2021-02-0916 minLTC DON ChatTips for the New DNS: What I Wish I Knew When I Was NewIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN talks with Betsy Hardy, director of nursing at Julia Temple Healthcare Center in Englewood, CO, and asks about some of her insights she knows today as a seasoned director of nursing but wishes she knew when she first started as a DNS.2021-01-1418 minLTC DON ChatTips for the New DNS: What I Wish I Knew When I Was NewIn this podcast, Amy Stewart, vice president of education and certification strategy for AAPACN talks with Betsy Hardy, director of nursing at Julia Temple Healthcare Center in Englewood, CO, and asks about some of her insights she knows today as a seasoned director of nursing but wishes she knew when she first started as a DNS.2021-01-1418 min