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Optional State Assessment in PA
The PA DOH will require the OSA MDS beginning October 1, 2023, in order to calculate CMI without utilizing a RUG system. This change...

Jennifer R. Dunlap, MSN, RN, NHA, WCC, IP-BC, RAC-CT, RAC-CTA
Jul 1, 20231 min read


PA DOH Changes Effective TODAY!
Pennsylvania's requirement changes for long-term care facilities takes effect today. A staffing calculation tool is included here:...

Jennifer R. Dunlap, MSN, RN, NHA, WCC, IP-BC, RAC-CT, RAC-CTA
Jul 1, 20231 min read


The Importance of Empathy
Caregivers are task oriented, which is understandable as there is a lot to do in a short amount of time. But I want you to take a moment...

Jennifer R. Dunlap, MSN, RN, NHA, WCC, IP-BC, RAC-CT, RAC-CTA
Jun 30, 20232 min read


RAI Manual Changes
CMS has made RAI Manual and Item Set changes that will be effective October 1, 2023. On the CMS website, you can obtain the latest...

Jennifer R. Dunlap, MSN, RN, NHA, WCC, IP-BC, RAC-CT, RAC-CTA
Jun 27, 20231 min read


Service Animals and Pets in LTC
With the increasing emphasis on behavioral and mental health among the residents of long-term care facilities, it seems a good time to...

Jennifer R. Dunlap, MSN, RN, NHA, WCC, IP-BC, RAC-CT, RAC-CTA
May 31, 20232 min read


Growing a Network
Whether it is personal or professional growth, we all need to have a network to increase chances of success. There are several options to...

Jennifer R. Dunlap, MSN, RN, NHA, WCC, IP-BC, RAC-CT, RAC-CTA
May 1, 20232 min read


Enhanced Barrier Precautions
As we emerge from the Public Health Emergency, it is important not to let down our guard relevant to infection control practices and the...

Jennifer R. Dunlap, MSN, RN, NHA, WCC, IP-BC, RAC-CT, RAC-CTA
Apr 3, 20232 min read


Establishing Regulatory Adaptability
The hustle and bustle of every day operations keeps us all busy in so many ways. Healthcare is always evolving...and so are the...

Jennifer R. Dunlap, MSN, RN, NHA, WCC, IP-BC, RAC-CT, RAC-CTA
Mar 1, 20231 min read


The Sound of Music
Confucius said, “music produces a kind of pleasure which human nature cannot do without.” Utilizing music in nursing facilities has been...

Jennifer R. Dunlap, MSN, RN, NHA, WCC, IP-BC, RAC-CT, RAC-CTA
Feb 1, 20231 min read


Emerging Evidence Calls For New Responsibilities
Throughout all levels of healthcare, and certainly for nursing care facilities, the personnel hired, contracted, or credentialed to...

Linda K. Lewis, RN, CNHA, RAC-CT, CHC
Jan 9, 20233 min read
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