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MDH Multidrug-Resistant Organisms Webinar Series
On March 14, 2024 by Kari Everson
Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) will host a series of webinars on multi-drug resistant organisms (MDROs). Each interactive webinar will provide time for questions.
2024 Nurse Leadership Program – Register Today
On February 29, 2024 by Sharon Hollister
New and emerging nurse leaders in skilled nursing care centers, assisted living, or home care settings will gain a solid understanding of the foundational elements that make up the nurse leader’s role by attending LeadingAge Minnesota’s Nurse Leadership Program.
Becky Kaufmann Joins HDG® As VP of Clinical Services
On February 29, 2024 by Libbie Chapuran
Health Dimensions Group® (HDG®) is pleased to announce that Becky Kaufmann has been named vice president of clinical services.
2024 Nurse Leadership Certificate Program starts on March 27
On February 22, 2024 by Sharon Hollister
New and emerging nurse leaders in skilled nursing care centers, assisted living, or home care settings will gain a solid understanding of the foundational elements that make up the nurse leader’s role by attending LeadingAge Minnesota’s Nurse Leadership Certificate Program.
Enhancing Transparency: New Requirement for Medical Directors in Nursing Homes
On December 21, 2023 by Kari Everson
On Nov. 15, the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) published a final rule requiring transparency for medical directors in skilled and Medicaid nursing facilities.
Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder on this Winter Solstice
On December 21, 2023 by Kari Everson
Seasonal changes can impact staff and resident’s mental health. It is essential to be aware of the signs and symptoms and to have the knowledge and resources necessary to provide assistance and support.
November Lunch and Learn: Medication Errors
On December 7, 2023 by Kari Everson
LeadingAge Minnesota’s November Lunch and Learn discussed medication errors, how to review errors, and providing feedback that promotes continued safety and identification of future errors.
COVID-19 Facility Risk Assessment Updated
On June 8, 2023 by Kari Everson
LeadingAge Minnesota updated the COVID-19 Facility Risk Assessment and Workbook to reflect a change in the metrics published by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH).
SBAR Documentation Training Resource – Now Posted in the Resource Library
On May 11, 2023 by Sharon Hollister
The SBAR technique provides a framework for communication between members of the healthcare team about a patient’s condition. Gather your nurses, particularly staff nurses and direct care nurses, to watch SBAR Documentation and our previous Nurse Lunch and Learn recordings and work through the exercises together.
May 3 Nurse Lunch and Learn: Register Today
On April 27, 2023 by Sharon Hollister
Documentation standards are critical in today’s healthcare settings to provide quality patient care and meet regulatory requirements. The SBAR technique provides a framework for communication between members of the healthcare team about a patient’s condition.
May Nurse Lunch and Learn – Join Us in 2 Weeks
On April 20, 2023 by Sharon Hollister
Documentation standards are critical in today’s healthcare settings to provide quality patient care and meet regulatory requirements. The SBAR technique provides a framework for communication between members of the healthcare team about a patient’s condition.
MDS Education Coming Soon
On April 13, 2023 by Sharon Hollister
The updated MDS 3.0 Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) user manual (version 1.18.11) was released in early April by CMS and will become effective Oct. 1. Watch for more information this month on our training timeline.
2023 Nurse Leadership Certificate Program starts on April 12
On February 16, 2023 by Sharon Hollister
New and emerging nurse leaders in skilled nursing care centers, assisted living, or home care settings will gain a solid understanding of the foundational elements that make up the nurse leader’s role by attending LeadingAge Minnesota’s Nurse Leadership Certificate Program.
Joining the Minnesota Geriatrics ECHO
On January 26, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran
Would you value being in a supportive cohort of Assisted Living Directors, Licensed Nursing Home Administrators, Nurse Leaders, and Medical Directors from across the state to explore challenging issues? If you're open to a candid discussion of your knowledge, questions, and experiences working with older adults, read on!
Saint Therese Partners with Rasmussen University – Bloomington to Build RN Pipeline
On December 1, 2022 by Libbie Chapuran
Saint Therese, a LeadingAge Minnesota member, is partnering with Rasmussen University – Bloomington to help train the next generation of nurses.
New Qualifying Medical Conditions for Medical Cannabis Program
On December 1, 2022 by Kari Everson
Minnesota’s medical cannabis program allows for the use of cannabis for Minnesota residents with qualifying medical conditions. On Nov. 30, the Office of Medical Cannabis announced the addition of two new diagnoses to the list: irritable bowel syndrome and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
CDC Releases Guidance on Enhanced Barrier Precautions
On July 21, 2022 by Kari Everson
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released updated guidance on enhanced barrier precautions designed to reduce the transmission of multi-drug resistant organisms (MDRO). MDRO are pathogens that cause infections and are resistant to antibiotics commonly used to treat infections.
Register Today - 2022 Nurse Leadership Certificate Program Starts May 17
On May 5, 2022 by Heidi Simpson
Registration closes soon for LeadingAge Minnesota’s Nurse Leadership Certificate Program – the premier training program for new and emerging nurse leaders in skilled care and assisted living settings. The series begins May 17 and is scheduled over five months, including in-person and virtual sessions.
Nurse Leadership Certificate Program begins May 17, 2022 – Register Today
On April 28, 2022 by Heidi Simpson
LeadingAge Minnesota’s Nurse Leadership Certificate Program is the premier training program for new and emerging nurse leaders in skilled care and assisted living settings. It begins May 17 and is scheduled over five months, including in-person and virtual sessions.
Free Sign-up Now Open for Minnesota Geriatrics ECHO
On April 27, 2022 by Kari Everson
Free sign-up for Minnesota Geriatrics ECHO is now open to LeadingAge Minnesota members.