8:00 AM - 8:50 PM
The ABCs of MDROs
Dolly Greene | NewGen Health LLC
Nancy Parris | Infection Prevention & Control Resources
Multi drug-resistant organisms (MDROs) remain a global healthcare threat with a direct impact on long-term care. This presentation will address some of the reasons for the continued emergence of newer significant pathogens. It will include a review of the implications of this ongoing threat, including strategies that a facility-wide robust program should include. Prevention and precautions specific to long-term care facilities will be described.
CE Hours: 1 NHAP & 1 BRN
9:00 AM - 9:50 AM
Infection Control Compliance for SNFs - A Legal Perspective
Scott Kiepen | Hooper, Lundy & Bookman, P.C.
Stanton Stock | Hooper, Lundy & Bookman, P.C.
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, state and federal agencies initiated countless surveys and investigations, focusing on SNF infection control compliance concerns. These actions provide valuable insights about the future of infection control survey and enforcement activities. The presenters will discuss past and current survey and investigation trends by CMS, state and federal prosecutors, and provide suggestions regarding compliance readiness.
CE Hours: 1 NHAP & 1 BRN
10:10AM - 11:50 AM
Self-care and Recovery: Developing Resilience in the Face of Stress
Torna Li | CHE Behavioral Health Services
We have all been through insurmountable stress these past couple of years and we have managed to cope the best we can. However, how are we really doing? Self-care is easily understood but not frequently practiced. Join this session to further develop your resilience, learn coping skills, and integrate a healthier re-frame for self-care and recovery in the face of stress and trauma.
CE Hours: 2 NHAP & 2 BRN
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Lunch
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM
Life Safety Code Compliance in Consideration of Infection Control Measures
Stan Szpytek | Fire and Life Safety, Inc. / CAHF Life Safety Consultant
Responding to a Public Health Emergency has clearly identified that an intersection exists at the corner of Life Safety Code (LSC) compliance and infection control practices. This informative session will provide attendees with awareness of LSC compliance requirements and the potential conflicts and prohibitions that these requirements sometimes have with infection control measures. Strategies to help maintain health, safe and compliant environment of care in consideration of infection control will be presented.
CE Hours: 1 NHAP & 1 BRN
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Thwarting Infection Through Well-Managed Facility Water & Air
Derrick Denis | Clark Seif Clark, Inc. (CSC)
Ensuring good indoor environmental quality (IEQ) in your facility does more than merely provide a comfortable space for your residents and your staff. A well-maintained facility is vital to the health and safety of building occupants. Infection prevention programs often overlook the environment. Clean and controlled air and water play a vital role in the prevention and control of common biological and chemical hazards. Let’s discuss how you can anticipate, recognize, evaluate, and control environmental hazards that affect the health and well-being of your teams and the populations they serve.
CE Hours: 1 NHAP & 1 BRN
3:10 PM - 4:00 PM
The Future of Infection Prevention Panel
Jason Belden | CAHF
This session will include a panel discussion on where the future of infection Preventionists in skilled nursing homes is headed.
CE Hours: 1 NHAP & 1 BRN