An updated Quick Reference Guide is now available. The Quick Reference Guide provides high-level information on the SNF Quality Reporting Program, including frequently asked questions and helpful links. PAC-SNF-QuickReferenceGuide-20250508 (PDF) From https://www.cms.gov/medicare/quality/snf-quality-reporting-program/submission-deadlines
Hand hygiene is the most important weapon in preventing the spread of disease. Germs can spread between people or surfaces when they are touched by someone who then touches their eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands. Use this Hand Hygiene Competency Tool to ensure staff are washing their hands …
In this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Jennifer LaBay, RN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, QCP, CRC, curriculum development specialist with AAPACN, discuss the sequencing of ICD-10-CM diagnosis coding. Additional Resources: AAPACN Articles: AAPACN Education: AAPACN Tool:
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FY 2026 SNF VBP Program Fact Sheet (PDF) From https://www.cms.gov/medicare/quality/nursing-home-improvement/value-based-purchasing (also updated with FY 2026 information) SNF VBP Program: FY 2026 Incentive Payment Multiplier Calculation Infographic (PDF). From https://www.cms.gov/medicare/quality/nursing-home-improvement/value-based-purchasing/scoring-methodology-payment-adjustment
In this podcast, Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Denise Winzeler, BSN, RN, LNHA, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, director of education and certification strategy for AAPACN, discuss what to do when someone calls the Department of Health on your facility. Additional Resources:
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Competent catheter care is crucial for preventing infections and ensuring resident safety. Facilities can use AAPACN’s Catheter Care Competency tool as a standardized guide to evaluate and verify that staff are properly trained and consistently applying best practices when providing care for residents with urinary catheters. This competency can also …
Celebrating the AAPACN Education Foundation 2025 Scholarship Recipients Passion is what drives many individuals to choose a career in post-acute care. It’s a passion to improve the quality of life and care for those living in long-term care. Many of these dedicated men and women dream of a chance to …
April 23, 2025 – The AAPACN 2025 Conference has brought together more than 800 dedicated nurses and healthcare professionals from the post-acute care sector this week in Louisville, Kentucky. The event, hosted by the American Association of Post-Acute Care Nursing (AAPACN), serves as a vital platform for education, networking, and …
Members: $25 | Non-members: $50Continuing Education: 1.25 CE hoursRecording Date: May 22, 2025 Duration: 75 minutesSpeaker: Jennifer LaBay, RN, RAC-MT, RAC-CTA, QCP, CRC In today’s challenging nursing facility staffing environment, it’s easy to overlook small issues when pressed for time—especially when completing the Minimum Data Set (MDS) under pressure. But just like cracks in a …
Members and Non-members: FreeContinuing Education: 1 CE hourRecording Date: May 15, 2025 Duration: 60 minutesSpeakers: Laura Velasco, MSN, RN, CIC, and Emily Bouzek, MSN, RN, CIC, LTC-CIP Infection preventionists gather a lot of data to do their jobs; however, to be effective, the data they gather must be intentional and actionable. During this 60-minute webinar, …
