Taking Healthcare by Storm

One of the most important steps in preventing infections is through proper cleaning and disinfecting. In today's webinar, we will review contact time and how to read a disinfectant label.  We're joined by Cindy Holmes of West Virginia Project Firstline and the WV Department of Health Bureau of Public Health's Office of Epidemiology and Prevention Services.

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Related Resources:

• EVS Training – “EVS & Battle Against Infection: A Graphic Novel” (CDC)
• How to Read a Disinfectant Label (CDC)
• Project Firstline Videos
• Project Firstline Episode 22 – “Why does contact time matter?” 
• Project Firstline homepage
• EPA – Registered Disinfectants – all disinfectants COVID -19 ListN

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In today's webinar, we're discussing the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) process in long-term care. The discussion will review: 

• The core elements of QAPI along with the associated F-tags
• The key role data has in QAPI success
• Who's responsible for QAPI plans and projects
• Key features of a QAPI plan

We're joined by Penny Imes, Quality Improvement Specialist at Quality Insights.

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In today’s episode, Quality Insights' Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm joins us to discuss the role of the medical director (MD) in nursing homes. The discussion will review: 

• Knowledge and tools needed to leverage the MD's role to enhance patient outcomes
• How to integrate medical director leadership to improve quality of care in nursing homes
• Responsibilities and roles of a nursing home MD beyond clinical care, including policy development, staff education, and quality improvement initiatives
• How MDs can shape facility care policies, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards and promoting a culture of continuous improvement

This episode is Part 2 of a two-part discussion. 

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In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Jennifer Nestor, Chief Nursing Officer at Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital.

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In today’s episode, Quality Insights' Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm joins us to discuss the role of the medical director (MD) in nursing homes. The discussion will review: 

• Knowledge and tools needed to leverage the MD's role to enhance patient outcomes
• How to integrate medical director leadership to improve quality of care in nursing homes
• Responsibilities and roles of a nursing home MD beyond clinical care, including policy development, staff education, and quality improvement initiatives
• How MDs can shape facility care policies, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards and promoting a culture of continuous improvement

This episode is Part 1 of a two-part discussion. 

• Watch Recording  
• Download Presentation Slides

Check out our other interviews by visiting https://www.qualityinsights.org/qin/multimedia 

This material was prepared by Quality Insights, a Quality Innovation Network - Quality Improvement Organization under contract with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Views expressed in this material do not necessarily reflect the official views or policy of CMS or HHS, and any reference to a specific product or entity herein does not constitute endorsement of that product or entity by CMS or HHS. Publication number 12SOW-QI-GEN-021523-CC-A 

One of the most important steps in preventing infections is through proper cleaning and disinfecting. 

In today's episode, we will review the difference between cleaning and disinfecting; why cleaning and disinfection matter; and contact time. 

We’re joined by Cindy Holmes and Elizabeth Dauch of West Virginia Project Firstline. 

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• Project Firstline Website
• CDC: Reduce Risks from Surfaces Core Component
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This material was prepared by Quality Insights, a Quality Innovation Network - Quality Improvement Organization under contract with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Views expressed in this material do not necessarily reflect the official views or policy of CMS or HHS, and any reference to a specific product or entity herein does not constitute endorsement of that product or entity by CMS or HHS. Publication number 12SOW-QI-GEN-010823-CC-A 

Host Joe Pinto, Quality Insights Practice Transformation Specialist, is joined by Barbara Fickel, Director of the Pennsylvania Department of Health’s Division of Tobacco Prevention and Control, to provide an overview of options available for quitting tobacco and vaping products and the interventions involved.  

In today’s episode, special guest LaDawna Walker-Dean joins us to discuss Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS) for partners and providers, with emphasis on cultural competence in healthcare. This episode reviews:

• Examples of Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services on an individual and organizational level
• The importance of cultural competence in healthcare
• The impact on population health when cultural competence is not observed

 Walker-Dean is a highly experienced social worker and healthcare professional with expertise in addressing health disparities, having received several awards and recognition for her contributions to minority health. She is the founder of the West Virginia Minority Health Fairs.

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 This material was prepared by Quality Insights, a Quality Innovation Network - Quality Improvement Organization under contract with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Views expressed in this material do not necessarily reflect the official views or policy of CMS or HHS, and any reference to a specific product or entity herein does not constitute endorsement of that product or entity by CMS or HHS. Publication number 12SOW-QI-GEN-020124-CC-A