LTC Clarified: Weekly News, Insights & Connections

What does it take to be a successful DON? Is it specific training, is it years of experience, or is effective nurse leadership inherent in the DNA of the person? If you were to review the performance characteristics of the most successful Directors of Nursing, these top 5 attributes would stand out…  

Make progress with 2026 goals and wish-list projects on a Proactive Annual Partner Plan which provide an allotment of consulting support hours delivered by seasoned LTC experts at a fraction of the cost of hiring new staff. Support is lead by a designated consultant, and can be provided as a combination of onsite and remote assistance with services billed in 12 flat monthly installments. Plans start as low as 8 hours per month with facility customized work plans that provide just-right support for survey-readiness, QM improvement, key clinical programs, reimbursement accuracy and crisis management. Add the Proactive team to your roster and achieve the outcomes you’ve been working toward!

This advanced workshop is designed for established team members seeking to advance insights and depth of knowledge into driving MDS accuracy, Five Star QMs, SNF QRP and VBP performance. Curriculum moves beyond the basics to emphasizes real-world application, regulatory updates, and strategies to optimize quality outcomes and financial performance. Learn more and register

Q: It doesn’t appear that we’ve had any significant changes at our facility this past year. Do we still need to review or revise our Facility Assessment?

This series focuses on the core competencies and strategies of an effective Director of Nursing. Monthly sessions focus on critical skills including leading teams, implementing strong systems for key tasks, and mastering the QAPI approach to drive performance outcomes. Learn more

JANUARY

Sustainable growth of a home health agency comes from strong operations, smart referral strategy, and disciplined financial oversight. Agencies that grow well do a few things exceptionally consistently. Here’s a practical roadmap to help your home health agency grow without sacrificing compliance, quality, or margin.

Join us January 22 for our Home Health Leadership Training Program!

Since its implementation on October 1, 2019, the Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM) has reshaped skilled nursing reimbursement, replacing RUG-IV with a more clinically driven, case-mix methodology. The PDPM Quick Reference Toolkit gives your team at-a-glance resources to understand all five PDPM components—Physical Therapy (PT), Occupational Therapy (OT), Speech-Language Pathology (SLP), Nursing, and Non-Therapy Ancillary (NTA)—so your facility can ensure accurate MDS coding and reimbursement.