Article contributed by AAPACN Solution Provider The Compliance Store By Michele Mummert, RN, RAC-CT, RAC-CTA, DNS-CT In long-term care (LTC) settings – including nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and residential care centers – well-crafted policies are the backbone of quality care, staff accountability, and regulatory compliance. These policies do more …
Article contributed by AAPACN Solution Provider Synchrony Pharmacy By Mandi Seay, Doctorate of Pharmacy Candidate, Class of 2026, Butler University Defining Transitions of Care Transitions of care (TOC) are nothing new to those working in long-term care. Every nurse in this setting has seen the challenges that come with moving …
Article contributed by AAPACN Solution Provider Proactive LTC Consulting By Christine Twombly, RN-BC, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, HCRM, CHC The Minimum Data Set (MDS) plays a vital role in driving resident care through the resident-centered care plan process, regulatory compliance, Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement, quality outcomes, and reporting programs. MDS data accuracy …
Article contributed by AAPACN Solution Provider DreamPRO Intelligence By Dr. J. Paul Padilla DNP, A-GNP-C, RN, RRT Executive Summary Skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) continue to face rising acuity, tighter margins, and growing compliance requirements. Despite diligent work by interdisciplinary teams, many organizations are plateauing in clinical reimbursement. This article outlines …
Article contributed by AAPACN Solution Provider MED-PASS By Bradley Slye, MPH, and Stacy Yale, RN, BSN Did you know that more than half of nursing home residents report feeling lonely? Loneliness can be completely invisible, regardless of the number of activities hosted by your facility, the flash of a polite …
Article contributed by AAPACN Solution Provider DreamPro Intelligence By Abby Hasani, MSN, RN, QCP, DNS-CT, RAC-CTA, LNCC As the landscape of post-acute care continues to evolve, performance metrics have become an essential component in assessing and improving the quality of care delivered in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs). One of the …
Article contributed by AAPACN Solution Provider MDS Consultants By Kristine Martinez BSN, RN, RAC-CT, RAC-CTA, QCP, DNS-CT It is a bit odd that when asked what you do for a living most MDS coordinators struggle to come up with an answer. Who struggles to explain what they do every day? …
Article contributed by AAPACN Solution Provider Synchrony Pharmacy In today’s ever-evolving landscape of post-acute care, providing exceptional resident outcomes and maintaining compliance with rigorous clinical standards are top priorities for post-acute care nurses. At Synchrony Pharmacy, we understand the critical role that medication management and clinical partnership play in achieving …
Article contributed by AAPACN Solution Provider Strategic Healthcare Programs (SHP) In 2025, CMS has highlighted critical focus areas for surveyors conducting health inspections in Long-Term Care (LTC) facilities. These priorities emphasize improving care quality, enhancing regulatory compliance, and ensuring resident well-being. I read the recently released CMS 2025 Mission & …
Article contributed by AAPACN Solution Provider MED-PASS By Bradley Slye, MPH and Stacy Yale, RN, BSN Nursing homes across the country face persistent challenges, from staffing shortages and budget constraints to evolving regulatory requirements. These pressures can make it feel overwhelming (or even impossible!) to meet surveyors’ standards while ensuring …
