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PHCA hosts a number of opportunities to earn continuing education credits throughout the year via monthly webinars and in-person learning sessions.
EARNING CEU CREDITS
Unless otherwise specified, only PHCA members may earn CEU credits by attending our monthly webinars – this is a “member-only” benefit. Future PHCA members may register to attend our webinars but will not receive a continuing education credit for their participation.
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Thursday, March 30, 2023 @ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Description: To perform well under bundled and other value-based payment models, ACOs and hospitals are inherently tied to the ability of their post-acute care partners to improve clinical and financial outcomes – namely by reducing avoidable hospital readmissions and managing length of stay in the […]
Part 2: Wednesday, April 19, 2023 @ 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Cost for PHCA members: $49.00 Cost for future PHCA members: $99.00 Description: This two-part intensive webinar series will dissect the new PA Department of Health regulations to provide you with what you need to do to get ready for the changes. The first […]
CMS adopted both the 2012 Life Safety and Healthcare Facilities Code with many new expectations for inspection, testing and maintenance (ITM) for the many features of fire and safety protection found in long term care facilities. With this comprehensive adoption there has been an evident tightening of the requirements by CMS through stricter implementation resulting […]
In March 2020, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Office of the National Coordinator for Healthcare Technology (ONC) released their latest updates to healthcare IT regulations, which included final rules on interoperability. And while some in the post-acute care space have been reluctant to offer up their data to health care […]
Register for the first-ever PHCA Legislative Conference today to get up to speed on what's next on the federal and state level! Join us as we advocate for a robust, high-quality, resident-centered long-term care continuum in Pennsylvania.
CMS has made revisions to the RAI Manual and changes to various item sets. We will discuss the upcoming changes to prepare for October 1, 2023. PA will be utilizing the OSA to continue calculating the CMI and we will review the new process. Learning Objectives: Identify item changes beginning October 1, 2023. Determine […]
There's a new generation on the horizon as the next pipeline for building census, and your senior living community has never seen anything like them! Join us in discussing the ways that leveraging and updating your Dining program draws in new Baby Boomer residents, excites family members who are shopping for their loved one's next […]
re·fo·cus /rēˈfōkəs/ to focus again, to change the emphasis or direction of, to create opportunities from challenges producing outcomes that drive an organization to somewhere ahead of where it is today This October, join the Pennsylvania Health Care Association (PHCA) as we welcome our members – skilled nursing, assisted living and personal care […]
This session will focus on infection prevention and control for the non-clinical professional tasked with ultimate responsibility for the infection prevention and control program. Emphasis will be placed on infection prevention for the housekeeping, maintenance and laundry departments as well as changes in emergency preparedness since the Public Health Emergency. Objectives: Know correct procedures for […]
Some may consider feeding tubes (tubes) merely a means of delivering enteral nutrition; however, these life-sustaining tubes also supply medications and hydration to patients unable to ingest them orally. With reported clogging rates ranging from 9-35%, these clogs result in the interruption of patients’ nutrition and medication regimens and the clinical impact can add up […]
In this webinar you will find out why an ineffective or underfunded compliance program is riskier than ever and what you can do about it today. With the Department of Justice, the FBI and DHHS beefing up their fraud strike forces along with cyber criminals becoming increasingly proficient at their dirty craft your facility should […]
A state regulatory change in 2022 now requires nursing home administrators (NHA) to complete 12 hours of acceptable continuing education specific to emergency preparedness and infection control. These 12 hours will be counted toward the 48 required educational training hours that must be achieved by June 30, 2024, for the current biennial licensure renewal period. […]
Building a culture that is focused on fiscal stewardship is key to operational success. More than task-driven activities, it must be interwoven throughout the daily mindset. Strategies will be highlighted to assist with departmental reviews, performance improvement tactics, and cost-control areas to focus on while also bolstering your dining program. Join this session to learn […]
The post-acute care industry is at a crossroads, and managers and administrators are in the center of the storm. Staffing shortages and high employee turnover are recurring problems that long-term care, senior living, and home care providers know all too well. Join Viventium’s Terra Vicario as she dives into our 2024 Caregiver Onboarding Experience Report, […]
Restorative Nursing Programs (RNP) have a multitude of benefits for residents. It is clear they assist in attaining or maintaining functional mobility and self-care tasks as well as to promote increased resident independence and safety. However, restorative nursing programs also can have a positive impact on other areas in the nursing homes. In this webinar, […]
Do you know the difference between a guardian and a power of attorney? Are you aware of the changes of guardianship that went into effect this June? This webinar will help attendees better understand the role guardianships play with respect to nursing home residents, and the requirements and procedures that must exist and be followed […]
Help your residents understand the differences between alternative ballots, accessible remote ballots, early voting by mail ballots and absentee ballots. This webinar will provide guidance on navigating the election process for Pennsylvania citizens living in residential communities. Credits: 1 CEU for SNF, AL, PC Presenters: Laura Williams -- Center for Vulnerable Voters Register here!
This webinar will explore the current state of artificial intelligence and provide insights into its future developments. Attendees will gain an understanding of the risks and dangers associated with AI, as well as its beneficial applications in nursing facilities. Topics will include improved medication management, enhanced resident monitoring, increased operational efficiency, better patient outcomes, and […]
Where are we headed in enabling technology for individuals receiving long term services and supports (LTSS)? Health Services Transformation (HST) and ADvancing States conducted surveys of states, health plans, and technology companies to identify an outlook for new technology trends within the next two years. This webinar will share what trends were revealed, how they […]
Make plans to join the Pennsylvania Health Care Association (PHCA) from Monday, September 23 to Wednesday, September 25 as we bet on the future of senior care and welcome our members – skilled nursing, assisted living and personal care leaders from across Pennsylvania's long-term care continuum – for three full days of in-person education and […]
Advocating for residential care providers to solve problems regarding financial and medical decisions, Medical Assistance eligibility disputes, and to reduce risk management tort liability exposure through the Orphans’ Courts and Bureau of Hearings and Appeals throughout all 67 counties in Pennsylvania from our offices in Philadelphia and Pittsburg area.
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