Laundry Services does not come to mind first when we think of infection control and while sometimes overlooked, this department will still keep a facility out of compliance on a survey and is a very important component in keeping our …
In the wake of all the challenges we are facing, and seemingly so much tough news out there, I would love to share some much-needed good news. My work takes me to many nursing homes around the country, and last …
This is a bit of a different blog than what I typically write, and perhaps more personal. Today, I was reading an American Journal of Infection Control article “Exploring stress coping strategies of frontline emergency health workers dealing COVID-19 in …
The recently published CNN article “Government action took months as nursing home workers died during the pandemic” showcases who the government and general public really think is to blame for the surge of COVID-19 in nursing homes. The article featured …
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What is one of the most overlooked areas of infection prevention and control in nursing homes? Unsure? I see this area being done incorrectly often and it can have a huge impact on reducing harms when done right. It is …
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Wearing PPE is only effective if worn, donned, and doffed correctly. I want to share a few quick notes on PPE so that we can keep our healthcare workers and residents as safe and healthy as possible. To demonstrate how …
My work has brought me back to the great state of Michigan for my fourth visit in six months. This time, I am leaving not with the heavy heart I usually leave with because of how badly the nursing homes …
Today, I experienced another aspect to the constant barrage of challenges nursing homes face. It was an obstacle I have not encountered before now. Typically, I butt heads with the state regulatory department, but today’s discord was with a facility’s …
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Hand Hygiene seems so simple. You wash your hands for 20 seconds, you sing “Happy Birthday” twice. (Or for you Star Wars fans, check out Doc Vader’s suggestion) But do you know what CMS surveyors are actually looking for when …
As we have attempted to keep COVID-19 out of our long-term care facilities, we have had to take some drastic measures. The following is a proven process for reopening your facility to visitors because it is imperative that visitation does …