Upon registration completion, Zoom links to complete your registration will be sent out two day prior to webinar start.

Wednesday, August 27th
1 - 2 pm

Enhanced Barrier Precautions Revisited***

On March 20, 2024, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued new guidance for state survey agencies and long-term care (LTC) facilities on the use of Enhanced Barrier Precautions (EBP) to prevent the spread of MDROs (QSO-24-08-NH Enhanced Barrier Precautions in Nursing Homes). EBP are an evidence-based best practice designed to reduce the spread of multidrug-resistant organisms (MDROs) by expanding the use of gloves and gowns during high-contact resident care activities, especially for those at increased risk of acquiring or spreading an MDRO.  This webinar will review the details of the regulation, how to implement and evaluate EBP, and discuss frequently asked questions.

Denise Cutting, RN, MSN, MHS, CNL, CIC
Infection Prevention Advisor
Patient Safety Authority 

***This session is eligible for Pennsylvania NHA Board Emergency Preparedness and Infection Control Specific CEUs

PowerPoint Presentation (PDF)

Wednesday, September 3rd
1 - 2 pm

Emergency Preparedness in Long-Term Care***

LTC facilities and their staff play a key role in emergency preparedness and response efforts for all types of events, including natural or man-made disasters, pandemic outbreaks or terrorist attacks. The continuation of services is essential during an emergency or disaster. This webinar series is intended to assist LTC facilities in evaluating their current emergency preparedness plan, and provide basic tools and resources to help enhance the plan and processes in currently in place.  With proper preparation, a facility can keep residents and staff as safe and ready as possible.

Upon completion:  

• The participant will be able to discuss the CMS 4 Core Elements of an emergency preparedness program
• The participant will be able to describe the steps to create an effective emergency preparedness program
• The participant will be able to understand the organization and functions of an Incident Command Center
• The participant will be able to discuss the CMS requirements for an emergency preparedness communication plan
• The participant will be able to discuss the importance of Exercise to validate plans

JoAnn Adkins, BSN, RN, CIC, LTC-CIP, FAPIC
Outreach and Education
Infection Prevention Advisor

***This session is eligible for Pennsylvania NHA Board Emergency Preparedness and Infection Control Specific CEUs

PowerPoint Presentation (PDF)