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AAPACN champions innovation and transformation in post-acute care, enabling providers to deliver unparalleled care.
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Call for Presenters
Showcase your expertise at the AAPACN 2027 Conference, April 6–9, in New Orleans.
SPOTLIGHT
Celebrating 10 Years
For 10 years, the DNS-CT program has empowered nurse leaders to lead with confidence. Start your journey.
Featured Live Webinar
SNF Regulatory Rundown: Final Rule, PEPPER, iQIES, and What’s Next for the RAI User’s Manual
Join AAPACN Senior Curriculum Development Specialist, Jessie McGill, for this 90-minute webinar as she breaks down key provisions of the Final Rule, discusses the return of PEPPER, reviews Payroll-Based Journal changes, and provides an overview of the latest RAI guidance, including any RAI User’s Manual updates available at the time of the webinar.
Featured On-Demand Education
QM Survival Guide
Make your job easier by quickly referencing Quality Measures and identify triggers, exclusions, and areas of quality improvement.
QM Rescue Guide
Review and improve your facility’s QMs with this all-in-one resource that includes 18 comprehensive audit tools.
QAPI Certified Professional (QCP)
Build expertise in quality assurance and performance improvement to lead meaningful change in your facility.
Director of Nursing Services–Certified (DNS-CT)
Elevate your career and validate your knowledge as a leader to show that you know how to improve quality, communication, and resident care throughout your facility.
Featured Publication
LTC-100 and AAPACN Executive Summary: What Makes Post-Acute Cares Nurses Tick?
AAPACN, in collaboration with LTC 100, released new survey findings showing that decisions to stay in or leave long-term care are closely tied to workplace culture and relationships with frontline leadership. Download the executive summary for more information.
The Latest from AAPACN
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Oct. 1. 2029: SNF QRP MDS Data Submission Changes Require Planning, Collaboration
Listen to this article Your browser does not support the audio element. Oct. 1, 2026 launches a three-year countdown. The director…
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The Risk-Based Survey: What Does It Really Change for Nursing Homes?
Listen to this article Your browser does not support the audio element. The risk-based survey (RBS), a more focused standard recertification…
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Nursing Facility Systems Series – Part 3: Creating a Culture of Fall Prevention
In this LTC DON Chat podcast episode, Part 3 of the Nursing Facility Systems Series, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT,…
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Sometimes the Most Important Question Is “What’s Different Today?”
Listen to this article Your browser does not support the audio element. For years, sepsis education has focused on familiar indicators…
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From Certification to Transformation: How Majestic Care Is Leading Culture Change Through an Organization-Wide Education Strategy
In this LTC DON Chat podcast episode, Kirsten Vermulen, organizational membership manager for AAPACN, and Stephanie Fisher, senior director of RAI…
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Before the Resignation Letter: The Power of the Department Head One-on-One Meeting
Listen to this article Your browser does not support the audio element. By Kemet Scott, MBA, MSML, LNHA, NHA-CT, QCP, LSSGB,…
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The Risk-Based Survey: What Does It Really Change for Nursing Homes?
Listen to this article Your browser does not support the audio element. The risk-based survey (RBS), a more focused standard recertification…
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More than a Routine: Individualized Toileting Programs
Listen to this article Your browser does not support the audio element. It’s 6:30 am, and Mrs. Carter has already had…
The DNS-CT certification helped provide a better understanding of responsibilities of the DNS. Often we are strong clinicians, but all the other responsibilities associated with the position, we don’t get that stuff in school. After I got certified, I personally felt like I had some resources to back me up. This certification provided knowledge and helped build my confidence.
—Margaret M. Kirby, RN, GERO, RAC-CT, RAC-CTA, DNS-CT, QCP, VP of Clinical Reimbursement, NHCA
The Benefits Of AAPACN Membership
Education
Stay current with training that simplifies federal regulations, helping you to do your job more efficiently and effectively.
Resources
Access a library of expert-developed resources and tools to streamline your work and boost facility performance.
Community
Get answers and guidance from a network of post-acute care peers and experts who understand your unique challenges.
Certification
Elevate your expertise, improve resident care, and boost your career with AAPACN’s nationally recognized certification programs.
Team Skills
Equip your staff with standardized education and AAPACN resources to deliver consistent, high-quality care.
ROI Success
Improve reimbursement and quality metrics by leveraging AAPACN education and certification for your staff.
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