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Qsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] From Crisis to Compliance. How Immediate Jeopardy Leads to Directed Plans of CorrectionImmediate Jeopardy (IJ) citations mark the beginning of a high-stakes compliance journey for nursing homes. When IJ findings reveal deeper systemic issues or repeat failures, surveyors often escalate to a Directed Plan of Correction (DPOC). This blog outlines the critical transition from crisis response to structured recovery, detailing the conditions that lead to a DPOC, the pressures facilities face during the process, and how to recognize when progress is at risk. It also highlights how Qsource helps facilities stabilize operations, strengthen documentation, and embed sustainable safety practices that restore regulatory confidence and improve outcomes.
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2026-01-2104 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] From Crisis to Compliance. How Immediate Jeopardy Leads to Directed Plans of CorrectionImmediate Jeopardy (IJ) citations mark the beginning of a high-stakes compliance journey for nursing homes. When IJ findings reveal deeper systemic issues or repeat failures, surveyors often escalate to a Directed Plan of Correction (DPOC). This blog outlines the critical transition from crisis response to structured recovery, detailing the conditions that lead to a DPOC, the pressures facilities face during the process, and how to recognize when progress is at risk. It also highlights how Qsource helps facilities stabilize operations, strengthen documentation, and embed sustainable safety practices that restore regulatory confidence and improve outcomes.
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2026-01-2104 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] How Qsource Support Helps Facilities Recover from IJ and Avoid Directed Plans in the FutureRecovering from an Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) citation takes more than correcting the immediate risk. Surveyors expect sustained, systemic improvements to prevent future breakdowns that could trigger a Directed Plan of Correction (DPOC). This blog explores how Qsource helps nursing homes stabilize after IJ, strengthen documentation, retrain staff, and implement quality-focused systems that build long-term compliance. With tools like mock surveys, policy coaching, data tracking, and accountability frameworks, Qsource empowers facilities to restore confidence among surveyors, staff, and families, turning a crisis into a springboard for safer, stronger care.
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2026-01-0704 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] How Qsource Support Helps Facilities Recover from IJ and Avoid Directed Plans in the FutureRecovering from an Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) citation takes more than correcting the immediate risk. Surveyors expect sustained, systemic improvements to prevent future breakdowns that could trigger a Directed Plan of Correction (DPOC). This blog explores how Qsource helps nursing homes stabilize after IJ, strengthen documentation, retrain staff, and implement quality-focused systems that build long-term compliance. With tools like mock surveys, policy coaching, data tracking, and accountability frameworks, Qsource empowers facilities to restore confidence among surveyors, staff, and families, turning a crisis into a springboard for safer, stronger care.
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2026-01-0704 minQsource PodcastsResident Care in Nursing Homes During the HolidaysIn this episode of the Qsource Podcast, nurse surveyor Linzie Bugg discusses caring for nursing home residents during the holidays, focusing on Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and its impact. She highlights the importance of recognizing psychosocial risks, providing emotional support, and implementing person-centered, meaningful activities. Linzie also explains relevant regulatory expectations and offers practical strategies, such as recreating holiday traditions and using light therapy, to enhance residents’ well-being. The episode emphasizes compassion, individualized care, and the need for staff to proactively support residents’ emotional health during the challenging holiday season.
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2025-12-1908 minQsource PodcastsResident Care in Nursing Homes During the HolidaysIn this episode of the Qsource Podcast, nurse surveyor Linzie Bugg discusses caring for nursing home residents during the holidays, focusing on Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and its impact. She highlights the importance of recognizing psychosocial risks, providing emotional support, and implementing person-centered, meaningful activities. Linzie also explains relevant regulatory expectations and offers practical strategies, such as recreating holiday traditions and using light therapy, to enhance residents’ well-being. The episode emphasizes compassion, individualized care, and the need for staff to proactively support residents’ emotional health during the challenging holiday season.
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2025-12-1908 minQsource PodcastsF880 IPC National Handwashing AwarenessIn this episode of the Qsource Podcast, nurse surveyor Linzie Bugg discusses National Handwashing Awareness Week, highlighting the critical role of hand hygiene in long-term care facilities. They explain F-880 infection control regulations, share creative strategies to boost handwashing compliance among staff, residents, and visitors, and emphasize the benefits of strong IPC programs. The episode also promotes Qsource resources for compliance support and previews the next episode on resident care during the holidays and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).
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2025-12-1208 minQsource PodcastsF880 IPC National Handwashing AwarenessIn this episode of the Qsource Podcast, nurse surveyor Linzie Bugg discusses National Handwashing Awareness Week, highlighting the critical role of hand hygiene in long-term care facilities. They explain F-880 infection control regulations, share creative strategies to boost handwashing compliance among staff, residents, and visitors, and emphasize the benefits of strong IPC programs. The episode also promotes Qsource resources for compliance support and previews the next episode on resident care during the holidays and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).
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2025-12-1208 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Serving Safety: Addressing F812 to Protect Residents and Uphold StandardsFood safety is a top priority in nursing homes, especially under CMS F812 regulations. This blog explores how even minor oversights in storage, labeling, sanitation, and staff hygiene can lead to serious consequences, including resident illness and regulatory citations. F812 requires strict adherence to FDA Food Code standards, and citations often result from improper temperatures, expired items, cross-contamination, or poor hand hygiene. Qsource supports facilities by offering mock kitchen audits, training, and process improvements that integrate food safety into daily operations. Creating a culture of accountability and cleanliness across departments ensures meals are safe, residents are protected, and surveys...
2025-11-2604 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Serving Safety: Addressing F812 to Protect Residents and Uphold StandardsFood safety is a top priority in nursing homes, especially under CMS F812 regulations. This blog explores how even minor oversights in storage, labeling, sanitation, and staff hygiene can lead to serious consequences, including resident illness and regulatory citations. F812 requires strict adherence to FDA Food Code standards, and citations often result from improper temperatures, expired items, cross-contamination, or poor hand hygiene. Qsource supports facilities by offering mock kitchen audits, training, and process improvements that integrate food safety into daily operations. Creating a culture of accountability and cleanliness across departments ensures meals are safe, residents are protected, and surveys...
2025-11-2604 minQsource PodcastsNational Nursing Practitioner WeekIn this episode of the Qsource Podcast, Linzie Bugg celebrates National Nurse Practitioner (NP) Week, highlighting the vital role NPs play in long-term care. The episode offers creative ideas for honoring NPs, such as luncheons, social media spotlights, and resident involvement. It also provides practical guidance on ensuring NP compliance with CMS regulations, covering supervision, documentation, and delegation. Linzie emphasizes the importance of regulatory awareness, ongoing education, and collaboration to support NPs and maintain high-quality, resident-centered care. The episode wraps up with encouragement to celebrate NPs and a preview of upcoming topics.
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2025-11-1410 minQsource PodcastsNational Nursing Practitioner WeekIn this episode of the Qsource Podcast, Linzie Bugg celebrates National Nurse Practitioner (NP) Week, highlighting the vital role NPs play in long-term care. The episode offers creative ideas for honoring NPs, such as luncheons, social media spotlights, and resident involvement. It also provides practical guidance on ensuring NP compliance with CMS regulations, covering supervision, documentation, and delegation. Linzie emphasizes the importance of regulatory awareness, ongoing education, and collaboration to support NPs and maintain high-quality, resident-centered care. The episode wraps up with encouragement to celebrate NPs and a preview of upcoming topics.
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2025-11-1410 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Infection Prevention Support That Strengthens Your Nursing HomeInfection control in nursing homes is more than a checklist, it’s a frontline function that requires teamwork, accountability, and systems that work in real-world conditions. This blog explores how Qsource helps nursing homes move beyond written policies to build infection prevention practices that are sustainable, survey-ready, and truly protective. From PPE placement and hand hygiene to catheter care and environmental cleaning, Qsource’s approach meets teams where they are, simplifies processes, and reinforces daily compliance across departments, reducing F880 deficiencies and building lasting confidence in care delivery.
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2025-11-1204 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Infection Prevention Support That Strengthens Your Nursing HomeInfection control in nursing homes is more than a checklist, it’s a frontline function that requires teamwork, accountability, and systems that work in real-world conditions. This blog explores how Qsource helps nursing homes move beyond written policies to build infection prevention practices that are sustainable, survey-ready, and truly protective. From PPE placement and hand hygiene to catheter care and environmental cleaning, Qsource’s approach meets teams where they are, simplifies processes, and reinforces daily compliance across departments, reducing F880 deficiencies and building lasting confidence in care delivery.
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2025-11-1204 minQsource PodcastsPreventing Elopement and Wandering Risks in Nursing HomesElopement is one of the most cited and dangerous risks in nursing homes, especially among residents with dementia. Preventing it takes more than alarms and locked doors, it requires early identification of high-risk individuals, environmental design that supports safe movement, and a well-trained, alert care team. This blog outlines how Qsource helps facilities build proactive, rights-respecting prevention plans that align with CMS regulations. From behavior monitoring and staff education to QAPI-driven reviews, Qsource ensures safety without compromising resident dignity or autonomy.
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2025-11-0504 minQsource PodcastsPreventing Elopement and Wandering Risks in Nursing HomesElopement is one of the most cited and dangerous risks in nursing homes, especially among residents with dementia. Preventing it takes more than alarms and locked doors, it requires early identification of high-risk individuals, environmental design that supports safe movement, and a well-trained, alert care team. This blog outlines how Qsource helps facilities build proactive, rights-respecting prevention plans that align with CMS regulations. From behavior monitoring and staff education to QAPI-driven reviews, Qsource ensures safety without compromising resident dignity or autonomy.
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2025-11-0504 minQsource PodcastsCaring for Veterans in Nursing HomesIn this episode of the Qsource Podcast, nurse surveyor Linzie Bugg discusses the unique needs of veterans in nursing homes, especially around Veterans Day. She explains VA nursing home programs, eligibility, and funding, and outlines CMS expectations for veteran care. Linzie emphasizes trauma-informed, personalized care, and highlights the importance of honoring veterans’ service. She also describes how Qsource supports staff training to ensure compassionate, informed care for veterans.
2025-10-3105 minQsource PodcastsCaring for Veterans in Nursing HomesIn this episode of the Qsource Podcast, nurse surveyor Linzie Bugg discusses the unique needs of veterans in nursing homes, especially around Veterans Day. She explains VA nursing home programs, eligibility, and funding, and outlines CMS expectations for veteran care. Linzie emphasizes trauma-informed, personalized care, and highlights the importance of honoring veterans’ service. She also describes how Qsource supports staff training to ensure compassionate, informed care for veterans.
2025-10-3105 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Addressing the Most Common Nursing Home Citations: How Qsource Helps Turn Deficiencies into OpportunitiesThe most frequently cited deficiencies in nursing homes, F880 (Infection Control), F689 (Accident Hazards), F656 (Care Planning), F684 (Quality of Care), F812 (Food Safety), and F600 (Abuse/Neglect), often reflect deeper systemic issues like poor communication, staffing shortages, and weak internal processes. Qsource helps facilities turn these challenges into opportunities by providing structured support through mock surveys, care plan audits, interdisciplinary coaching, QAPI alignment, and root cause analysis. With a focus on sustainable improvement and practical team-based strategies, Qsource partners with nursing homes to move beyond compliance and toward excellence in resident care.
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2025-10-2904 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Addressing the Most Common Nursing Home Citations: How Qsource Helps Turn Deficiencies into OpportunitiesThe most frequently cited deficiencies in nursing homes, F880 (Infection Control), F689 (Accident Hazards), F656 (Care Planning), F684 (Quality of Care), F812 (Food Safety), and F600 (Abuse/Neglect), often reflect deeper systemic issues like poor communication, staffing shortages, and weak internal processes. Qsource helps facilities turn these challenges into opportunities by providing structured support through mock surveys, care plan audits, interdisciplinary coaching, QAPI alignment, and root cause analysis. With a focus on sustainable improvement and practical team-based strategies, Qsource partners with nursing homes to move beyond compliance and toward excellence in resident care.
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2025-10-2904 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Raising the Bar for Clinical Excellence: Addressing F684 in Nursing HomesF684: Quality of Care, is one of the most frequently cited F-tags in nursing homes because it reflects the full scope of resident care delivery. This regulation requires facilities to provide timely, individualized services that support residents’ highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being. Qsource helps facilities prevent F684 deficiencies by strengthening early clinical response, staff communication, interdisciplinary collaboration, and QAPI integration. When clinical systems function cohesively, quality of care becomes measurable, sustainable, and survey-ready.
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2025-10-2204 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Raising the Bar for Clinical Excellence: Addressing F684 in Nursing HomesF684: Quality of Care, is one of the most frequently cited F-tags in nursing homes because it reflects the full scope of resident care delivery. This regulation requires facilities to provide timely, individualized services that support residents’ highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being. Qsource helps facilities prevent F684 deficiencies by strengthening early clinical response, staff communication, interdisciplinary collaboration, and QAPI integration. When clinical systems function cohesively, quality of care becomes measurable, sustainable, and survey-ready.
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2025-10-2204 minQsource PodcastsF684 - Quality of CareQsource explains the F684 regulation, which mandates quality care in long-term care facilities. Linzie Bugg details what F684 requires, highlights common pitfalls that lead to citations, like delayed care and poor documentation, and offers practical strategies for compliance, such as proactive assessments, dynamic care plans, strong teamwork, and thorough documentation. Linzie emphasizes that F684 is about fostering person-centered, clinically competent care, not just avoiding deficiencies.
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2025-10-1706 minQsource PodcastsF684 - Quality of CareQsource explains the F684 regulation, which mandates quality care in long-term care facilities. Linzie Bugg details what F684 requires, highlights common pitfalls that lead to citations, like delayed care and poor documentation, and offers practical strategies for compliance, such as proactive assessments, dynamic care plans, strong teamwork, and thorough documentation. Linzie emphasizes that F684 is about fostering person-centered, clinically competent care, not just avoiding deficiencies.
To schedule a complimentary consultation and speak with one of our nursing home consultants, please visit: https://www.qsource.org/book-a-meeting
2025-10-1706 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Building a Culture of Accountability and Growth in Nursing HomesStrong nursing home cultures are built, not by accident, but through leadership alignment, staff empowerment, and consistent communication. This blog explores how Qsource helps facilities reduce turnover and improve care by focusing on career growth, respect, QAPI engagement, and team-based accountability. When staff feel trusted, supported, and included in meaningful decision-making, compliance becomes sustainable, and resident outcomes improve. Qsource offers coaching, communication tools, and systems support to help administrators and frontline teams work together toward shared goals.
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2025-10-1504 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Building a Culture of Accountability and Growth in Nursing HomesStrong nursing home cultures are built, not by accident, but through leadership alignment, staff empowerment, and consistent communication. This blog explores how Qsource helps facilities reduce turnover and improve care by focusing on career growth, respect, QAPI engagement, and team-based accountability. When staff feel trusted, supported, and included in meaningful decision-making, compliance becomes sustainable, and resident outcomes improve. Qsource offers coaching, communication tools, and systems support to help administrators and frontline teams work together toward shared goals.
To schedule a complimentary consultation and speak with one of our nursing home consultants, please visit: https://www.qsource.org/b...
2025-10-1504 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Training the Team for Behavioral Success in Nursing HomesEffective behavioral care in nursing homes begins with cross-functional training and a unified approach. This blog emphasizes the importance of equipping all departments, from nursing and CNAs to dietary and housekeeping, with the tools and confidence to respond to behavioral challenges with empathy and consistency. Qsource helps facilities build team-based behavioral health strategies through practical training, interdisciplinary communication, and QAPI-driven improvement planning. The result is a calmer environment, better resident outcomes, and a more confident, connected care team.
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2025-10-0804 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Training the Team for Behavioral Success in Nursing HomesEffective behavioral care in nursing homes begins with cross-functional training and a unified approach. This blog emphasizes the importance of equipping all departments, from nursing and CNAs to dietary and housekeeping, with the tools and confidence to respond to behavioral challenges with empathy and consistency. Qsource helps facilities build team-based behavioral health strategies through practical training, interdisciplinary communication, and QAPI-driven improvement planning. The result is a calmer environment, better resident outcomes, and a more confident, connected care team.
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2025-10-0804 minQsource PodcastsF695 Respiratory CareIn this episode of the Qsource Podcast, nurse surveyor Linzie Bugg explains regulation F695, which covers respiratory and tracheostomy care in long-term care facilities. Linzie details the regulation’s requirements, common deficiencies, and best practices for compliance, emphasizing staff training, documentation, and emergency preparedness. She illustrates key points with a real-life scenario involving a resident’s respiratory emergency, highlighting the consequences of inadequate care. The episode provides practical strategies to help providers deliver safe, person-centered respiratory care and avoid regulatory citations, concluding with a preview of the next episode on quality of care standards.
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2025-10-0309 minQsource PodcastsF695 Respiratory CareIn this episode of the Qsource Podcast, nurse surveyor Linzie Bugg explains regulation F695, which covers respiratory and tracheostomy care in long-term care facilities. Linzie details the regulation’s requirements, common deficiencies, and best practices for compliance, emphasizing staff training, documentation, and emergency preparedness. She illustrates key points with a real-life scenario involving a resident’s respiratory emergency, highlighting the consequences of inadequate care. The episode provides practical strategies to help providers deliver safe, person-centered respiratory care and avoid regulatory citations, concluding with a preview of the next episode on quality of care standards.
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2025-10-0309 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Strengthening Infection Control in Nursing Homes: A Closer Look at F880F880 (Infection Prevention and Control) remains one of the most frequently cited F-tags in nursing homes, often due to inconsistencies in daily practice rather than lack of policy. This blog outlines how facilities can strengthen compliance by focusing on routine hand hygiene, proper use of PPE, cross-departmental communication, and ongoing monitoring. By embedding infection prevention into team culture and workflows, facilities reduce the risk of outbreaks, improve care quality, and boost survey readiness. Qsource supports these efforts with real-time coaching, policy reviews, and training aligned with current CMS expectations.
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2025-10-0104 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Strengthening Infection Control in Nursing Homes: A Closer Look at F880F880 (Infection Prevention and Control) remains one of the most frequently cited F-tags in nursing homes, often due to inconsistencies in daily practice rather than lack of policy. This blog outlines how facilities can strengthen compliance by focusing on routine hand hygiene, proper use of PPE, cross-departmental communication, and ongoing monitoring. By embedding infection prevention into team culture and workflows, facilities reduce the risk of outbreaks, improve care quality, and boost survey readiness. Qsource supports these efforts with real-time coaching, policy reviews, and training aligned with current CMS expectations.
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2025-10-0104 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Common Citations in Nursing Homes and Their Underlying RisksRecurring nursing home citations often point to deeper systemic issues, not individual errors. This blog explores five of the most frequently cited F-tags: F880 (infection control), F689 (accident hazards), F684 (quality of care), F812 (food safety), and F600 (abuse prevention), highlighting how staffing challenges, inconsistent protocols, and leadership turnover contribute to repeat deficiencies. Qsource supports facilities in recognizing these high-risk areas early and implementing proactive, sustainable strategies to maintain compliance and improve care outcomes.
To schedule a complimentary consultation and speak with one of our nursing home consultants, please visit: https://www.qsource.org/book-a-meeting
2025-09-2404 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Common Citations in Nursing Homes and Their Underlying RisksRecurring nursing home citations often point to deeper systemic issues, not individual errors. This blog explores five of the most frequently cited F-tags: F880 (infection control), F689 (accident hazards), F684 (quality of care), F812 (food safety), and F600 (abuse prevention), highlighting how staffing challenges, inconsistent protocols, and leadership turnover contribute to repeat deficiencies. Qsource supports facilities in recognizing these high-risk areas early and implementing proactive, sustainable strategies to maintain compliance and improve care outcomes.
To schedule a complimentary consultation and speak with one of our nursing home consultants, please visit: https://www.qsource.org/book-a-meeting
2025-09-2404 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Driving Results in Long-Term Care: How Qsource Helps Nursing Homes ImproveQsource partners with nursing homes to drive measurable improvements in infection prevention, staff engagement, survey recovery, and operational performance. From simplifying workflows and reinforcing hand hygiene to rebuilding morale and guiding facilities through Immediate Jeopardy citations, Qsource provides real-time coaching, tailored tools, and regulatory expertise that translate into better outcomes. Whether addressing high turnover or post-survey corrections, Qsource helps facilities build strong systems so staff can focus on delivering quality care.
To schedule a complimentary consultation and speak with one of our nursing home consultants, please visit: https://www.qsource.org/book-a-meeting
2025-09-0304 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Driving Results in Long-Term Care: How Qsource Helps Nursing Homes ImproveQsource partners with nursing homes to drive measurable improvements in infection prevention, staff engagement, survey recovery, and operational performance. From simplifying workflows and reinforcing hand hygiene to rebuilding morale and guiding facilities through Immediate Jeopardy citations, Qsource provides real-time coaching, tailored tools, and regulatory expertise that translate into better outcomes. Whether addressing high turnover or post-survey corrections, Qsource helps facilities build strong systems so staff can focus on delivering quality care.
To schedule a complimentary consultation and speak with one of our nursing home consultants, please visit: https://www.qsource.org/book-a-meeting
2025-09-0304 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Strengthening Incident Reporting and Investigation in Nursing HomesEffective incident reporting and investigation in nursing homes goes beyond regulatory compliance, it builds a foundation for safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. This blog explores how shifting from blame to systems thinking, conducting deeper root cause analyses, and fostering open reporting across all departments can create a proactive culture that prevents harm. Qsource provides tools, coaching, and support to help nursing homes turn reports into action and build a cycle of learning that improves care outcomes.
To schedule a complimentary consultation and speak with one of our nursing home consultants, please visit: https://www.qsource.org/book-a-meeting
2025-08-2704 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Strengthening Incident Reporting and Investigation in Nursing HomesEffective incident reporting and investigation in nursing homes goes beyond regulatory compliance, it builds a foundation for safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. This blog explores how shifting from blame to systems thinking, conducting deeper root cause analyses, and fostering open reporting across all departments can create a proactive culture that prevents harm. Qsource provides tools, coaching, and support to help nursing homes turn reports into action and build a cycle of learning that improves care outcomes.
To schedule a complimentary consultation and speak with one of our nursing home consultants, please visit: https://www.qsource.org/book-a-meeting
2025-08-2704 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Common Deficiencies in Nursing Homes - Understanding the Most Common F-TagsQsource discusses the most frequently cited deficiencies in nursing homes, F-tags, such as resident safety, infection control, quality of care, food safety, and abuse prevention. We explains how these issues often stem from routine practices and systemic challenges. The episode highlights proactive strategies, training, and tools offered by Qsource to help facilities prevent deficiencies, maintain compliance, and foster a culture of continuous improvement, ultimately enhancing care quality and resident safety.
To schedule a complimentary consultation and speak with one of our nursing home consultants, please visit: https://www.qsource.org/book-a-meeting
2025-08-2205 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Common Deficiencies in Nursing Homes - Understanding the Most Common F-TagsQsource discusses the most frequently cited deficiencies in nursing homes, F-tags, such as resident safety, infection control, quality of care, food safety, and abuse prevention. We explains how these issues often stem from routine practices and systemic challenges. The episode highlights proactive strategies, training, and tools offered by Qsource to help facilities prevent deficiencies, maintain compliance, and foster a culture of continuous improvement, ultimately enhancing care quality and resident safety.
To schedule a complimentary consultation and speak with one of our nursing home consultants, please visit: https://www.qsource.org/book-a-meeting
2025-08-2205 minQsource PodcastsHealth and Safety at WorkIn this episode of the Qsource Podcast, nurse surveyor Linzie Bugg discusses staff health and safety in nursing homes. She highlights common risks such as musculoskeletal injuries, infection exposure, workplace violence, environmental and chemical hazards, and emotional stress. Linzie emphasizes the importance of proper training, safe resident handling, infection control, violence prevention, ergonomics, incident reporting, adequate staffing, and emotional wellness. She offers practical strategies and resources to improve staff well-being and care quality. The episode concludes with a preview of future topics, including National Immunization Month and compliance guidance for nursing home staff and residents.
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2025-08-2209 minQsource PodcastsHealth and Safety at WorkIn this episode of the Qsource Podcast, nurse surveyor Linzie Bugg discusses staff health and safety in nursing homes. She highlights common risks such as musculoskeletal injuries, infection exposure, workplace violence, environmental and chemical hazards, and emotional stress. Linzie emphasizes the importance of proper training, safe resident handling, infection control, violence prevention, ergonomics, incident reporting, adequate staffing, and emotional wellness. She offers practical strategies and resources to improve staff well-being and care quality. The episode concludes with a preview of future topics, including National Immunization Month and compliance guidance for nursing home staff and residents.
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2025-08-2209 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Recognizing Sepsis in Nursing Homes and the Importance of Early DetectionSepsis is a leading cause of hospital transfers and death among nursing home residents, yet its early symptoms are often mistaken for routine aging-related issues. This blog explores how all staff, nurses, CNAs, dietary, housekeeping, and therapy, play a critical role in identifying subtle changes that may signal sepsis. By fostering a culture of communication, vigilance, and early action, nursing homes can significantly improve outcomes and save lives. Qsource partners with facilities to strengthen early detection strategies and implement whole-team sepsis response systems.
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2025-08-2005 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Recognizing Sepsis in Nursing Homes and the Importance of Early DetectionSepsis is a leading cause of hospital transfers and death among nursing home residents, yet its early symptoms are often mistaken for routine aging-related issues. This blog explores how all staff, nurses, CNAs, dietary, housekeeping, and therapy, play a critical role in identifying subtle changes that may signal sepsis. By fostering a culture of communication, vigilance, and early action, nursing homes can significantly improve outcomes and save lives. Qsource partners with facilities to strengthen early detection strategies and implement whole-team sepsis response systems.
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2025-08-2005 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] When to Conduct a Comprehensive Skin Assessment for Pressure UlcersQsource helps nursing homes prevent pressure ulcers by improving skin assessment protocols, training staff to identify early signs of skin breakdown, and promoting the use of tools like the Braden Scale. Through structured assessments, proper documentation, and interdisciplinary care planning, facilities can improve outcomes, ensure CMS compliance, and enhance resident safety.
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2025-08-1503 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] When to Conduct a Comprehensive Skin Assessment for Pressure UlcersQsource helps nursing homes prevent pressure ulcers by improving skin assessment protocols, training staff to identify early signs of skin breakdown, and promoting the use of tools like the Braden Scale. Through structured assessments, proper documentation, and interdisciplinary care planning, facilities can improve outcomes, ensure CMS compliance, and enhance resident safety.
To schedule a complimentary consultation and speak with one of our nursing home consultants, please visit: https://www.qsource.org/book-a-meeting
2025-08-1503 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Improving Dementia Care Through Person-Centered PracticesQsource helps nursing homes improve dementia care by training staff to recognize behavioral symptoms as communication and deliver personalized, person-centered support. By fostering consistency, empathy, and dementia-friendly environments, facilities can enhance quality of life for residents and reduce challenging behaviors.
To schedule a complimentary consultation and speak with one of our nursing home consultants, please visit: https://www.qsource.org/book-a-meeting
2025-08-1304 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Improving Dementia Care Through Person-Centered PracticesQsource helps nursing homes improve dementia care by training staff to recognize behavioral symptoms as communication and deliver personalized, person-centered support. By fostering consistency, empathy, and dementia-friendly environments, facilities can enhance quality of life for residents and reduce challenging behaviors.
To schedule a complimentary consultation and speak with one of our nursing home consultants, please visit: https://www.qsource.org/book-a-meeting
2025-08-1304 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Empowering Staff Through Training and Clinical Education in Nursing HomesHigh-quality resident care begins with confident, capable staff, and that confidence comes from more than orientation checklists. It comes from training that’s relevant, timely, and connected to real-world challenges. At Qsource, we help nursing homes build and maintain a culture of learning that strengthens both compliance and care delivery.
To schedule a complimentary consultation and speak with one of our nursing home consultants, please visit: https://www.qsource.org/book-a-meeting
2025-08-0603 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Empowering Staff Through Training and Clinical Education in Nursing HomesHigh-quality resident care begins with confident, capable staff, and that confidence comes from more than orientation checklists. It comes from training that’s relevant, timely, and connected to real-world challenges. At Qsource, we help nursing homes build and maintain a culture of learning that strengthens both compliance and care delivery.
To schedule a complimentary consultation and speak with one of our nursing home consultants, please visit: https://www.qsource.org/book-a-meeting
2025-08-0603 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Supporting Better Care in Nursing Homes: The Role of QsourceImproving care in nursing homes requires more than compliance, it takes collaboration, customization, and a strong support system. Qsource partners directly with long-term care teams to strengthen infection control, staff training, documentation, and regulatory readiness. With hands-on consulting tailored to each facility’s needs, Qsource helps nursing homes navigate challenges and build sustainable systems that put residents first.
To schedule a FREE consultation and speak with one of our nursing home consultants, please visit: https://www.qsource.org/book-a-meeting
2025-07-2303 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Supporting Better Care in Nursing Homes: The Role of QsourceImproving care in nursing homes requires more than compliance, it takes collaboration, customization, and a strong support system. Qsource partners directly with long-term care teams to strengthen infection control, staff training, documentation, and regulatory readiness. With hands-on consulting tailored to each facility’s needs, Qsource helps nursing homes navigate challenges and build sustainable systems that put residents first.
To schedule a FREE consultation and speak with one of our nursing home consultants, please visit: https://www.qsource.org/book-a-meeting
2025-07-2303 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Working Together to Prevent and Manage Pressure Ulcers in Nursing HomesPreventing pressure ulcers requires a team approach across CNAs, nurses, dietitians, therapists, and administrators. From daily skin checks to nutritional support and proper repositioning, collaboration ensures residents remain safe and wounds are effectively treated. Qsource supports nursing homes with training and programs to strengthen their prevention strategies.
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2025-07-1604 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Working Together to Prevent and Manage Pressure Ulcers in Nursing HomesPreventing pressure ulcers requires a team approach across CNAs, nurses, dietitians, therapists, and administrators. From daily skin checks to nutritional support and proper repositioning, collaboration ensures residents remain safe and wounds are effectively treated. Qsource supports nursing homes with training and programs to strengthen their prevention strategies.
To schedule a FREE consultation and speak with one of our nursing home consultants, please visit: https://www.qsource.org/book-a-meeting
2025-07-1604 minQsource PodcastsHow to Prevent Dehydration in Nursing HomesLinzie Bugg shines a spotlight on dehydration prevention in nursing homes, aligning with National Hydration Day. She unpacks CMS regulations F692 and F807, emphasizing the requirement for facilities to maintain residents’ hydration status through individualized care, regular assessments, and personalized fluid intake strategies. The episode explores practical, creative solutions to keep residents hydrated, such as offering a wide variety of beverages, introducing hydration champions and rounds, using smart hydration tech, setting up hydration carts, and incorporating fun activities like mocktail happy hours, jelly drops, and bingo games with hydrating prizes.
Linzie also shares key clinical insights, including ea...
2025-07-1109 minQsource PodcastsHow to Prevent Dehydration in Nursing HomesLinzie Bugg shines a spotlight on dehydration prevention in nursing homes, aligning with National Hydration Day. She unpacks CMS regulations F692 and F807, emphasizing the requirement for facilities to maintain residents’ hydration status through individualized care, regular assessments, and personalized fluid intake strategies. The episode explores practical, creative solutions to keep residents hydrated, such as offering a wide variety of beverages, introducing hydration champions and rounds, using smart hydration tech, setting up hydration carts, and incorporating fun activities like mocktail happy hours, jelly drops, and bingo games with hydrating prizes.
Linzie also shares key clinical insights, including ea...
2025-07-1109 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] The Future of Infection ControlInfection control is becoming more complex as antibiotic resistance grows and regulations tighten. Nursing homes can stay ahead by adopting real-time surveillance, predictive analytics, and enhanced reporting through NHSN. Facilities working with organizations like Qsource are already using these tools to anticipate risks, reduce outbreaks, and improve resident safety.
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2025-07-0904 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] The Future of Infection ControlInfection control is becoming more complex as antibiotic resistance grows and regulations tighten. Nursing homes can stay ahead by adopting real-time surveillance, predictive analytics, and enhanced reporting through NHSN. Facilities working with organizations like Qsource are already using these tools to anticipate risks, reduce outbreaks, and improve resident safety.
To schedule a FREE consultation and speak with one of our nursing home consultants, please visit: https://www.qsource.org/book-a-meeting
2025-07-0904 minQsource PodcastsAlzheimers and Brain Awareness MonthIn this episode, Linzie Bugg, a nurse surveyor, spotlights Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. She shares key statistics about dementia’s growing impact, outlines common symptoms, and offers practical tips for protecting brain health—such as exercise, diet, sleep, and social engagement. Linzie emphasizes the importance of supporting caregivers and providing individualized care for those affected. She also highlights Qsource’s commitment to quality dementia care. The episode concludes with a reminder to raise awareness and a teaser for the next topic: preventing dehydration in nursing home residents.
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2025-06-2705 minQsource PodcastsAlzheimers and Brain Awareness MonthIn this episode, Linzie Bugg, a nurse surveyor, spotlights Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. She shares key statistics about dementia’s growing impact, outlines common symptoms, and offers practical tips for protecting brain health—such as exercise, diet, sleep, and social engagement. Linzie emphasizes the importance of supporting caregivers and providing individualized care for those affected. She also highlights Qsource’s commitment to quality dementia care. The episode concludes with a reminder to raise awareness and a teaser for the next topic: preventing dehydration in nursing home residents.
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2025-06-2705 minQsource PodcastsCreative Ways to Celebrate National CNA WeekIn this lively episode, Qsource pays tribute to Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) in recognition of National CNA Week. We explores the critical role CNAs play in long-term care—from providing daily support to fostering emotional and spiritual well-being. The episode offers fun, heartfelt, and budget-friendly ideas for facilities to recognize and uplift CNAs, including trivia games, handwritten notes, wall-of-fame spotlights, themed celebrations, and personalized tokens of appreciation. With tips for boosting morale across all shifts and suggestions for CNA recruitment and retention, this episode is a celebration of the profession’s past, present, and future.
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2025-06-1307 minQsource PodcastsCreative Ways to Celebrate National CNA WeekIn this lively episode, Qsource pays tribute to Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) in recognition of National CNA Week. We explores the critical role CNAs play in long-term care—from providing daily support to fostering emotional and spiritual well-being. The episode offers fun, heartfelt, and budget-friendly ideas for facilities to recognize and uplift CNAs, including trivia games, handwritten notes, wall-of-fame spotlights, themed celebrations, and personalized tokens of appreciation. With tips for boosting morale across all shifts and suggestions for CNA recruitment and retention, this episode is a celebration of the profession’s past, present, and future.
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2025-06-1307 minQsource PodcastsQsource Talks with Siskin Subacute West in TennesseeIn the latest episode of our podcast, Amanda Odom engages in a compelling conversation with the administrator of Siskin Subacute West, a transitional care facility in Tennessee. The episode delves into the significant challenges faced by the facility during their first annual survey post-COVID-19 and how their collaboration with Qsource helped them navigate the hurdles. This blog post will break down the key themes and actionable insights from the episode, providing valuable guidance for healthcare facilities facing similar regulatory pressures.
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2025-06-1218 minQsource PodcastsQsource Talks with Siskin Subacute West in TennesseeIn the latest episode of our podcast, Amanda Odom engages in a compelling conversation with the administrator of Siskin Subacute West, a transitional care facility in Tennessee. The episode delves into the significant challenges faced by the facility during their first annual survey post-COVID-19 and how their collaboration with Qsource helped them navigate the hurdles. This blog post will break down the key themes and actionable insights from the episode, providing valuable guidance for healthcare facilities facing similar regulatory pressures.
To schedule a FREE consultation and speak with one of our nursing home consultants, please visit: https://ww...
2025-06-1218 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Best Practices for Infection Control and Prevention in Skilled Nursing FacilitiesInfection control in skilled nursing facilities is vital for protecting residents, staff, and visitors from preventable illnesses and outbreaks. Facilities face significant challenges—including emerging pathogens, regulatory shifts, and staff compliance—but proactive, evidence-based strategies can mitigate risks. Qsource supports facilities through infection control assessments, staff training, and data-driven improvement plans. By implementing surveillance systems, outbreak response protocols, and leadership-driven communication, nursing homes can strengthen safety, meet CMS standards, and enhance care quality.
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2025-06-1109 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Best Practices for Infection Control and Prevention in Skilled Nursing FacilitiesInfection control in skilled nursing facilities is vital for protecting residents, staff, and visitors from preventable illnesses and outbreaks. Facilities face significant challenges—including emerging pathogens, regulatory shifts, and staff compliance—but proactive, evidence-based strategies can mitigate risks. Qsource supports facilities through infection control assessments, staff training, and data-driven improvement plans. By implementing surveillance systems, outbreak response protocols, and leadership-driven communication, nursing homes can strengthen safety, meet CMS standards, and enhance care quality.
To schedule a FREE consultation and speak with one of our nursing home consultants, please visit: https://www.qsource.org/book-a-meeting
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2025-06-1109 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] How Qsource Empowers Nursing Homes Amid CMS Survey ShiftsAs CMS shifts focus toward complaint-driven surveys and reduces routine inspections, nursing homes face challenges in maintaining compliance, improving star ratings, and identifying quality gaps. Qsource fills the oversight void with proactive services including mock surveys, Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) support, QAPI coaching, and staff training. These solutions help facilities maintain readiness, protect residents, and drive continuous improvement—even in the absence of regular CMS inspections.
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2025-06-0606 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] How Qsource Empowers Nursing Homes Amid CMS Survey ShiftsAs CMS shifts focus toward complaint-driven surveys and reduces routine inspections, nursing homes face challenges in maintaining compliance, improving star ratings, and identifying quality gaps. Qsource fills the oversight void with proactive services including mock surveys, Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) support, QAPI coaching, and staff training. These solutions help facilities maintain readiness, protect residents, and drive continuous improvement—even in the absence of regular CMS inspections.
To schedule a FREE consultation and speak with one of our nursing home consultants, please visit: https://www.qsource.org/book-a-meeting
2025-06-0606 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Conducting a Fall Risk Assessment: Identifying At-Risk ResidentsFalls remain a major safety concern in nursing homes, with structured fall risk assessments offering a proactive way to identify at-risk residents and prevent injuries. These assessments evaluate medical conditions, medication use, mobility, environment, and behavioral factors. By using evidence-based tools and engaging in interdisciplinary collaboration, staff can implement personalized care plans that reduce fall risk. Qsource supports nursing homes with training, resources, and fall prevention programs to improve resident safety and regulatory compliance.
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2025-06-0406 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Conducting a Fall Risk Assessment: Identifying At-Risk ResidentsFalls remain a major safety concern in nursing homes, with structured fall risk assessments offering a proactive way to identify at-risk residents and prevent injuries. These assessments evaluate medical conditions, medication use, mobility, environment, and behavioral factors. By using evidence-based tools and engaging in interdisciplinary collaboration, staff can implement personalized care plans that reduce fall risk. Qsource supports nursing homes with training, resources, and fall prevention programs to improve resident safety and regulatory compliance.
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2025-06-0406 minQsource PodcastsCare Planning Success (F-Tags F656, and F677)In this episode, Nurse Bugg, a nursing home consultant with Qsource, discusses care planning success in healthcare facilities, focusing on regulatory flags F656, and F677. She emphasizes the importance of developing timely baseline and comprehensive care plans, involving interdisciplinary teams, and ensuring resident and family participation. Key strategies include regular team meetings, utilizing MDS data, real-time updates, and quality assurance audits. Nurse Bugg highlights best practices such as person-centered care, shared planning tools, and continuous staff education. The episode underscores the need for timely care plan revisions to improve resident outcomes and maintain compliance.
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2025-05-3012 minQsource PodcastsCare Planning Success (F-Tags F656, and F677)In this episode, Nurse Bugg, a nursing home consultant with Qsource, discusses care planning success in healthcare facilities, focusing on regulatory flags F656, and F677. She emphasizes the importance of developing timely baseline and comprehensive care plans, involving interdisciplinary teams, and ensuring resident and family participation. Key strategies include regular team meetings, utilizing MDS data, real-time updates, and quality assurance audits. Nurse Bugg highlights best practices such as person-centered care, shared planning tools, and continuous staff education. The episode underscores the need for timely care plan revisions to improve resident outcomes and maintain compliance.
To schedule a...
2025-05-3012 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] How Mock Surveys Can Help Identify Overuse of Antipsychotics in Nursing HomesOveruse of antipsychotic medications in nursing homes remains a critical compliance and care issue. Mock surveys serve as a proactive tool to detect inappropriate prescribing, ensure compliance with F-Tag 758, and reinforce non-pharmacological interventions. These internal audits help facilities assess prescribing trends, evaluate staff knowledge, and strengthen documentation practices. With expert support from Qsource, nursing homes can reduce regulatory risks, improve resident outcomes, and enhance CMS Five-Star Ratings.
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2025-05-2806 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] How Mock Surveys Can Help Identify Overuse of Antipsychotics in Nursing HomesOveruse of antipsychotic medications in nursing homes remains a critical compliance and care issue. Mock surveys serve as a proactive tool to detect inappropriate prescribing, ensure compliance with F-Tag 758, and reinforce non-pharmacological interventions. These internal audits help facilities assess prescribing trends, evaluate staff knowledge, and strengthen documentation practices. With expert support from Qsource, nursing homes can reduce regulatory risks, improve resident outcomes, and enhance CMS Five-Star Ratings.
To schedule a FREE consultation and speak with one of our nursing home consultants, please visit: https://www.qsource.org/book-a-meeting
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2025-05-2806 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Why Documentation is the Backbone of Quality Care in Nursing HomesThe fast-paced nature of long-term care facilities tends to make documentation appear as an additional duty within an already heavy workload. The nursing home staff and administration must understand documentation must be appropriate since it establishes the base for providing quality care while protecting residents' safety and defending organizational integrity.
Qsource believes that organizations organizations should encourage appropriate documentation because it leads to superior healthcare delivery instead of merely satisfying requirements. We need to understand documentation's central role in nursing home operations because improved documentation practices will result in enhanced resident care quality and facility success.
2025-05-1406 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Why Documentation is the Backbone of Quality Care in Nursing HomesThe fast-paced nature of long-term care facilities tends to make documentation appear as an additional duty within an already heavy workload. The nursing home staff and administration must understand documentation must be appropriate since it establishes the base for providing quality care while protecting residents' safety and defending organizational integrity.
Qsource believes that organizations organizations should encourage appropriate documentation because it leads to superior healthcare delivery instead of merely satisfying requirements. We need to understand documentation's central role in nursing home operations because improved documentation practices will result in enhanced resident care quality and facility success.
2025-05-1406 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Using Technology to Prevent Falls: Innovations in Senior Carennovative technology is transforming fall prevention in nursing homes by providing advanced tools such as AI-powered analytics, sensor-based monitoring systems, smart mobility aids, and VR training. These advancements enhance resident safety, support staff response, reduce fall-related injuries, and help maintain regulatory compliance. Qsource supports facilities in adopting effective, tech-driven fall prevention strategies aligned with CMS standards.
To schedule a FREE consultation and speak with one of our nursing home consultants, please visit: https://www.qsource.org/book-a-meeting
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2025-05-0708 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Using Technology to Prevent Falls: Innovations in Senior Carennovative technology is transforming fall prevention in nursing homes by providing advanced tools such as AI-powered analytics, sensor-based monitoring systems, smart mobility aids, and VR training. These advancements enhance resident safety, support staff response, reduce fall-related injuries, and help maintain regulatory compliance. Qsource supports facilities in adopting effective, tech-driven fall prevention strategies aligned with CMS standards.
To schedule a FREE consultation and speak with one of our nursing home consultants, please visit: https://www.qsource.org/book-a-meeting
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2025-05-0708 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Preventable vs. Unpreventable Re-Admissions: What Nursing Homes Need to KnowAudio Blog - Read the full story here: https://www.qsource.org/blog/preventable-vs.-unpreventable-re-admissions-what-nursing-homes-need-to-know
Nursing homes face substantial obstacles from hospital re-admissions because these events affect patient wellness with facility financial stability and compliance with regulatory requirements. Re-admissions to the hospital are not always unpreventable. The occurrence of unavoidable health declines leads to some readmissions, but preventable care failures and improper discharge plans and medication management contribute to others...
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2025-05-0208 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Preventable vs. Unpreventable Re-Admissions: What Nursing Homes Need to KnowAudio Blog - Read the full story here: https://www.qsource.org/blog/preventable-vs.-unpreventable-re-admissions-what-nursing-homes-need-to-know
Nursing homes face substantial obstacles from hospital re-admissions because these events affect patient wellness with facility financial stability and compliance with regulatory requirements. Re-admissions to the hospital are not always unpreventable. The occurrence of unavoidable health declines leads to some readmissions, but preventable care failures and improper discharge plans and medication management contribute to others...
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2025-05-0208 minQsource PodcastsDe-Prescribing Psychotropics and AntipsychoticsIn this podcast episode, Qsource nursing home professionals Linzie, Jon, and Amanda, discuss the prescribing of psychotropic and antipsychotic medications in dementia care during the COVID-19 pandemic. They highlight the increased use of these medications due to pandemic-related challenges, such as staffing shortages and resident isolation. Jon emphasizes the importance of appropriate prescribing, defining inappropriate use, and the risks of polypharmacy. The episode outlines steps for successful de-prescribing, including medication reviews, developing tapering plans, and involving patients and families. Amanda shares insights on using DNA testing for tailored medication management and addresses cultural considerations in medication discussions.
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2025-05-0220 minQsource PodcastsDe-Prescribing Psychotropics and AntipsychoticsIn this podcast episode, Qsource nursing home professionals Linzie, Jon, and Amanda, discuss the prescribing of psychotropic and antipsychotic medications in dementia care during the COVID-19 pandemic. They highlight the increased use of these medications due to pandemic-related challenges, such as staffing shortages and resident isolation. Jon emphasizes the importance of appropriate prescribing, defining inappropriate use, and the risks of polypharmacy. The episode outlines steps for successful de-prescribing, including medication reviews, developing tapering plans, and involving patients and families. Amanda shares insights on using DNA testing for tailored medication management and addresses cultural considerations in medication discussions.
To schedule a F...
2025-05-0220 minQsource PodcastsLong-Term Care and DialysisWith March being National Kidney Awareness month, listen as Qsource experts Linzie Bugg and Amanda Odom discuss dialysis in long-term care facilities.
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2025-03-2131 minQsource PodcastsLong-Term Care and DialysisWith March being National Kidney Awareness month, listen as Qsource experts Linzie Bugg and Amanda Odom discuss dialysis in long-term care facilities.
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2025-03-2131 minQsource PodcastsLong-Term Care and Social WorkersListen as Qsource discusses the role of social workers in long-term care facilities and how their role is efficient for efficient care and resident satisfaction.
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2025-03-0717 minQsource PodcastsLong-Term Care and Social WorkersListen as Qsource discusses the role of social workers in long-term care facilities and how their role is efficient for efficient care and resident satisfaction.
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2025-03-0717 minQsource PodcastsBetter Processes to Ensure Incident Reports for Falls Are CompleteListen as Qsource experts discuss how to ensure incident reports for falls are complete and accurate. With real-life examples and information focused towards skilled-nursing facilities, this podcast will help answer your questions regarding fall reporting.
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2025-02-2813 minQsource PodcastsBetter Processes to Ensure Incident Reports for Falls Are CompleteListen as Qsource experts discuss how to ensure incident reports for falls are complete and accurate. With real-life examples and information focused towards skilled-nursing facilities, this podcast will help answer your questions regarding fall reporting.
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2025-02-2813 minQsource PodcastsPreventing Facility Acquired Pressure UlcersListen as Qsource experts discuss methods used to prevent Facility Acquired Pressure Ulcers and reduce harm of nursing home residents.
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2025-02-2124 minQsource PodcastsPreventing Facility Acquired Pressure UlcersListen as Qsource experts discuss methods used to prevent Facility Acquired Pressure Ulcers and reduce harm of nursing home residents.
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2025-02-2124 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Qsource and Nursing Home ConsultingNursing home consulting is a specialized service designed to help long-term care facilities improve the quality of resident care, maintain regulatory compliance, and optimize operational efficiency. Through tailored strategies and expert guidance, nursing home consultants empower facilities to navigate challenges and achieve excellence in all aspects of their operations. Learn how Qsource's nursing home consulting services can assist you.
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2025-01-2406 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Qsource and Nursing Home ConsultingNursing home consulting is a specialized service designed to help long-term care facilities improve the quality of resident care, maintain regulatory compliance, and optimize operational efficiency. Through tailored strategies and expert guidance, nursing home consultants empower facilities to navigate challenges and achieve excellence in all aspects of their operations. Learn how Qsource's nursing home consulting services can assist you.
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2025-01-2406 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] What Nursing Homes Need to Know About Post-Survey ConsultingTaken from Qsource's blogs, listen to the transcript from What Nursing Homes Need to Know About Post-Survey Consulting
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2024-11-1304 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] What Nursing Homes Need to Know About Post-Survey ConsultingTaken from Qsource's blogs, listen to the transcript from What Nursing Homes Need to Know About Post-Survey Consulting
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2024-11-1304 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Key Updates in the CMS Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 State Performance Standards System (SPSS)Taken from Qsource's blogs, listen to the transcript from Key Updates in the CMS Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 State Performance Standards System (SPSS)
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2024-11-0706 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Key Updates in the CMS Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 State Performance Standards System (SPSS)Taken from Qsource's blogs, listen to the transcript from Key Updates in the CMS Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 State Performance Standards System (SPSS)
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2024-11-0706 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Protect Your Nursing Home from Citations: Five Steps to ComplianceTaken from Qsource's blogs, listen to the transcript from Protect Your Nursing Home from Citations: Five Steps to Compliance
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2024-11-0703 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Protect Your Nursing Home from Citations: Five Steps to ComplianceTaken from Qsource's blogs, listen to the transcript from Protect Your Nursing Home from Citations: Five Steps to Compliance
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2024-11-0703 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Ways to Implement Transmission-Based Precautions and Outbreak ManagementTaken from Qsource's blogs, listen to the transcript from Ways to Implement Transmission-Based Precautions and Outbreak Management.
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2024-10-2306 minQsource Podcasts[Audio Blog] Ways to Implement Transmission-Based Precautions and Outbreak ManagementTaken from Qsource's blogs, listen to the transcript from Ways to Implement Transmission-Based Precautions and Outbreak Management.
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