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I'm sure we've all heard about the changes to the Assisted Living Waiver Program (ALW). Here's the official information that was released. Hope this helps clarify any questions. Key Updates: 1. Enrollments Closed Until Further Notice. No new applicants are being accepted at this me. 2. Waitlist Submissions for Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Residents Individuals located in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) can still submit a waitlist request. These submissions will be prioritized according to the current waitlist system. 3. New Waitlist Priorities: The ALW waitlist prioritizes applicants in the following order: 1. Skilled Nursing Facility transitions 2. APS (Adult Protective Services) waitlist 3. Ombudsman waitlist 4. Regular community transitions 4. No Future Reinstatement of the Previous Process: The 60-day priority application on process for individuals reaching the threshold in SNFs has been discontinued indefinitely. There is no plan for reinstatement, but we will stay alert to any future policy updates. 5. Slot Availability Starting March 1st, 2025: Slots for new applicants will be available starting March 1st, 2025. However, the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) has not provided details on how these slots will be distributed among Care Coordination Agencies (CCAs). Further updates will follow.

In this ACE Wrap, #AgedCareEssentials provides you with the latest #AgedCare news and highlights, including: ⏲️ The Federal Government has announced adjustments to aged care targets, with enrolled nurses' care time able to be counted towards 10% of registered nurse targets. ⚖️ The government has accepted all 32 recommendations from the Independent Capability Review of the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission, led by David Tune AO PSM. ⭐ The Department of Health and Aged Care is evaluating Star Ratings to identify what works and areas for improvement, with feedback closing on 19th June 2024. 🏠 Providers are questioning the implementation of a new home care model, according to a survey conducted by an aged care consultancy firm. 📝 The Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission has released a report around complaints about home care, detailing how to seek help, raise concerns and the complaint resolution process. Read more 👉 https://lnkd.in/g4KducvM #Ideagen #IdeagenCompliSpace #AgedCareEssentials #AgedCare #Compliance #Regulation

NPs say it's harder than ever to find two collaborating physicians. Often hundreds of miles away, the physicians are not needed, rarely consulted, and cost money. PCNP President Amanda Laskoskie speaks to KDKA News on Pennsylvania's requirements for NPs to obtain written agreements with two collaborating physicians, and how these requirements act as obstacles to caring for patients. Amanda explains that one NP she recently spoke with "may speak to her collaborating physician once or twice a year, but every month, every nurse practitioner in her practice – I believe she has four – they pay 2 to 3 percent of revenue for that month to that collaborating physician for that agreement." #NursePractitioners #FullPracticeAuthority #Pennsylvania #HealthcareAccess #HealthcareWorkers #SB25 #HB1825 #CareForPA

🏥 Assisted Living vs. Skilled Nursing: Vinney Explains the Differences As an expert in senior living, Vinney breaks down the unique attributes of assisted living facilities. Discover why he chose this sector over more complex healthcare real estate. 💡 Key Insights: - Assisted living provides daily care without medical equipment - Lower operational involvement than skilled nursing - Delivering essential services for residents Tune in to The Investor Impact: Power Talks to hear more from Vinney! 🎙️ #AssistedLiving #SeniorHealthcare #RealEstateInvesting

💚 Attention Managers, Area/Regional Managers, and Directors of Residential and Nursing Homes! As the demand for personalised care in residential and nursing homes continues to grow, I would like to know: What do you think has the greatest impact on improving the quality of care for patients and residents? 1. CQC Communication and Standards: Clear and consistent communication from the Care Quality Commission (CQC) regarding standards and expectations, providing guidance and clarity to care providers. 2. Staff Training and Education: Upskilling staff to enhance their understanding of complex care needs and management. 3. Use of Technology: Leveraging tools such as Medication Management Systems or Patient Record Management Systems to boost efficiency, improve accuracy, and save time, allowing staff to dedicate more attention to patients/residents. 4. Staffing Levels: Ensuring optimal staffing levels to provide more one-on-one time with residents, reducing employee stress and improving individualised care. I'm really interested in getting your thoughts and insights on this! #Healthcare #ElderCare #NursingHomes #ResidentialCare #CareQuality #StaffTraining #HealthcareTechnology #CQCStandards #CareManagement #QualityCare #HealthcareLeadership

Recent Press Ganey report reveals that there is a significant difference in perceptions of safety culture among healthcare staff. While senior management reported the highest perceptions of safety culture at 4.53, registered nurses, advanced practice providers, and security team members had significantly lower perceptions of safety, ranging from 3.91 to 3.95. This disconnect indicates that healthcare facilities need to conduct an independent assessment to identify the root causes and true feelings of staff. Secured & Prepared Consulting can help bridge this gap. Our unique approach can improve perceptions of safety and mitigate the risk of violence. Reach out to us at paul@securedandprepared.com to learn more. #healthcare #safetyculture #patientcare

"I can’t emphasize enough how important nurse practitioners are to the Community Health Centers, but more importantly – it’s about patients first.  Patients are the most important part of this equation. Patients are the ones who can’t access health care. It’s not just primary care, it’s behavioral health services.  Nurse practitioners are filling that gap day in and day out across the state. We have 375 locations across Pennsylvania.  We cannot find enough physicians to care for those folks.  80% of the million people we care for every day are on Medicaid or uninsured. Nurse practitioners are the backbone of what we do day in and day out.  We employ more than 300 nurse practitioners across Pennsylvania.  They care for 750,000 patients every year.  That’s why Senate Bill 25 and House Bill 1825 are so incredibly important to the future of health care." – Eric Kiehl, PA Association of Community Health #NursePractitioners #CareForPA #FullPracticeAuthority #HB1825 #SB25 #AccessToCare #PatientsFirst #CommunityHealthAccess

Sometimes our challenges feel as big as this chair!! 😬 Where do you start? ✅We need healthier work environments for our healthcare providers, (Renee Thompson DNP, RN, FAAN, Workplace Bullying Expert) ✅We need Healthcare Workforce Resilience Act passed to help international nurses and physicians get here! (Pauline Xavier) ✅We need our nurses to get PAID! Aka Commisison for Nurse Reimbursement (Rebecca Love RN, MSN, FIEL, Melissa Mills, RN, BSN, MHA) ✅Education reform! For all clinicians! GME funding! Support for Rural GME Programs! (Steve Lawler) ✅Funding to revitalize Rural Hospitals. Rural Health Care Facilities Revitalization Act is needed!! (Tim Reeves, LNHA) First and most important step. MOVE! Take action!! Don’t just SIT in it!! Be part of change! Second, you are NOT alone! Cliche, but it’s Teamwork that makes the DREAM WORK!! Do you see all of these amazing people tagged in this post!! Listen to what others are working on. Join them in their efforts. Cheer each other on! Just. Keep. Fighting! Happy Thursday!!! We’ve got this!!! #Healthcare #nursesonlinkedin #management #Leadership #humanresources

Understanding the causes of nurse practitioner shortages is essential for developing effective strategies to address workforce challenges and ensure access to quality healthcare services for patients. #USHealthcare #NursePractitionerStaffing #HealthcareStaffing #HealthcareWorkforce #PatientCare

Nurse administrators/managers can influence policy and practice through leadership roles in committees, developing and implementing care protocols, participating in strategic planning, and advocating for best practices. #intuites #OpportunitiesAndChallenges #nurseadministrators #ManagersSpecial #influencepolicy #practicemakesperfect #LeadershipRoles #committees #DevelopingLeaders #implementingcare #protocols #ParticipatingRestaurants #strategicplanning #advocatingforchange #bestpractices #drivequality #improvementinitiatives #shapestaff #trainingprogrammes #contributetosociety #Organizationaldecisionmaking #fb #FacebookPage