The career path of a director of nursing services (DNS) is both challenging and rewarding. Long-term care nurses who choose to take on the DNS role can have success with the right resources. Part one of this blog series will focus on tips for the new DNS and how to …
By Greg Seiple Navigating the complexities of healthcare, especially in post-acute care, can often feel daunting. For professionals involved in skilled nursing facilities, understanding the metrics that influence patient care is crucial. One of these key metrics is the Discharge Function Score (DFS), a valuable tool that helps gauge a …
Long-term care nurses who follow the path of becoming nurse assessment coordinators (NACs) can advance their careers and skill levels through experience and gained knowledge over time. At every stage of professional development, NACs can take steps to boost their knowledge to be prepared and access resources for success. Part …
On Aug. 1, 2024, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the final MDS 3.0 RAI User’s Manual version 1.19.1 that will be effective Oct. 1, 2024. Although nurse assessment coordinators in skilled nursing facilities have been preparing for these changes, when asked how prepared they are for …
Long-term care nurses who follow the path of becoming nurse assessment coordinators (NACs) can advance their careers and skill levels through experience and gained knowledge over time. At every stage of professional development, NACs can take steps to boost their knowledge to be prepared and access resources for success. Part …
Dementia robs our loved ones of precious memories and their ability to communicate. My 82-year-old stepfather has Alzheimer’s disease and has had a steady decline. My 80-year-old mother, who is also a nurse, has been his primary caregiver in their home. When they had to go through a major transition, …
Certified nursing assistants (CNAs) are important members of the long-term care team. However, sometimes they aren’t appreciated or recognized enough for the work that they do. This blog will discuss the impact of CNAs and how their role is crucial as the work alongside nurses, as well as some ways …
As the saying goes, time flies when you’re having fun. Reaching the 25-year anniversary mark is definitely something worth celebrating, and AAPACN is celebrating all year long! AAPACN’s silver anniversary marks a quarter of a century of success, growth, and resilience. AAPACN and its legacy organizations have played a pivotal …
Celebrating the AAPACN Education Foundation 2024 Scholarship Recipients Individuals who choose a career in post-acute care are driven by 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 learn more, so …
AAPACN 2024 Awards – Honoring LTPAC Professionals At the AAPACN 2024 Conference held in Hollywood, Florida last week, AAPACN honored the work of LTPAC professionals who embody the vision and values of AAPACN – integrity, innovation, inspiration, and influence – and who have made a lasting impact on post-acute care …
