UPDATE Weekly

The implementation date for Phase 2 of the revisions is November 28, 2017. CMS is releasing this revised version of Appendix PP in advance of that implementation date so that State Survey Agencies (SAs), long-term care facilities and the public have sufficient time to become aware of the sub-regulatory guidance for the regulations and how they will be surveyed. In summary, the Memorandum (memorandum), provides the revised Interpretive Guidance (here), a crosswalk of revised F Tags (here), access to training resources, and important enforcement and Nursing Home Compare considerations.

CMS also wrote in their memo that it “will not utilize civil money penalties, denial of payment, and/or termination” for the fiscal year, but “would use this year-long period to educate facilities about certain new Phase 2 quality standards by requiring a directed plan of correction or additional directed in-service training.”

CMS will hold a Medicare Learning Network call on July 25, 2017, from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. Eastern to discuss the IG and survey process. Information about the call will be added (here) in the coming weeks and questions can be submitted in advance (here).

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The leadership workshop NCHCFA held in January and April was so well received, that we have decided to offer the session again on July 20, 2017, in Wilmington, NC.

Empowerment Leadership for LTC is an interactive dynamic developmental session that focuses on what it truly means to serve others as a leader. Discuss what employees, customers, and others truly need from leaders. Learn how to operate most effectively in a leadership role using the core principles of servant leadership.

Servant leadership is a set of behaviors and practices that turn the traditional “power leadership” model upside down; instead of the people working to serve the leader, the leader exists to serve the people. When leaders shift their mindset and serve first, they unlock purpose and ingenuity in those around them, resulting in higher performance and engaged, fulfilled employees. As servant leaders, your purpose is to inspire and equip those you influence.

The goal of this workshop is to provide attendees with information and tools that are relevant, transformative, memorable, and actionable. You will learn and practice execution of the most critical skills needed for leading by serving first. You will come out of this course feeling energized and have a number of tools and skills you can start to apply immediately to empower your teams.

What You’ll Learn

• Why Lead This Way?
• Top Skills of Servant Leaders
• Practical Tips for Shifting to Servant Leadership
• Creating a Shared Vision and Getting Engagement
• Leading Through Change

This seminar will be facilitated by Mark Gogal, a Human Resources Leader with over 25 years of progressive, global, and diverse human resources experience, practical business partnering expertise, strong organizational and analytical skills, and proven strategic management experience. He has a multi-faceted background in developing and implementing core HR policies/practices to meet the changing business, legal, and labor compliance environment. He has worked in a variety of industries in the public and private sectors including healthcare.

Mark is an enthusiastic, energetic, and passionate leader and presenter who truly enjoys developing others to reach their fullest potential both professionally and personally.

For the complete brochure and registration information, click here.

SAVE THE DATE!

We will also be offering this workshop in Asheville, NC on October 17, 2017, for our members in the western part of the state.

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Register today to attend the sixth annual NCHCFA Summer Symposium August 9-11, 2017 at the Embassy Suites Resort at Kingston Plantation, Myrtle Beach, SC for the most up to date information affecting long term care. You can register and pay on-line. Visit http://NursingHomesNC.com and click on Sixth Annual Summer Symposium Registration! Administrators and registered nurses will be able to earn up to 11.5 hours of continuing education.

Call the Embassy Suites Resort at (800) 876-0010 to reserve your overnight room. Use group code “HCA” to identify yourself as a NC Health Care Facilities Association Convention attendee! To make your reservation on-line, visit http://tinyurl.com/summersymposium2017.

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The North Carolina Health Care Facilities Association would like to thank our 2017 Summer Symposium Corporate Sponsor QMX Mobile Health for supporting the upcoming sixth annual Summer Symposium in Myrtle Beach, SC. We appreciate your support!

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Please plan to join your friends and colleagues in beautiful Southern Pines, North Carolina, on September 14 and 15 for the NCHCFA 6th Annual Autumn Classic. The event will be held at the world famous Pine Needles Lodge and Resort. Built in 1928, the Donald Ross course at Pine Needles has been host to three U.S. Women’s Open tournaments in 1996, 2001 and again in 2007.

You do not have to play golf to participate. In addition to the “Cabana Club” Package, we are pleased to announce we are offering a new “Recharge Club” Package at this year’s event. Come enjoy lunch and spend the afternoon relaxing at The Spa at Pinehurst. This 31,000 square foot facility is a Forbes Four-Star Spa that offers a wide variety of treatments and services. This package includes access to all areas at the spa, which features a heated, three lane saline lap pool, eucalyptus steam rooms, a spacious fitness center, and much more. Transportation will be provided to and from the Village at Pinehurst.

The Autumn Classic is hosted by the NCHCFA to benefit our political action committee (PAC). Click here to review the information about the scheduled events and to register. We hope you will join us in Southern Pines in September.

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It’s here and it’s hot! This year’s AHCA/NCAL Convention & Expo Preliminary Program is now available on-line! You can even read it on your mobile devices. Take a look at what Las Vegas has in store for you October 15-18, 2017 in this easy-to-access, easy-to-read flip book.

This year’s Convention & Expo offers national keynote speakers, valuable education, professional networking and exciting exhibits staffed with experts ready to help your company excel. The Gala Dinner & Show (separate ticketed event) is going to be a fantastic night of music, food, and fun that you will remember long after the Las Vegas night ends with Huey Lewis and the News headlining! Register early and save! Early bird registration and savings continue through July 21.

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This brochure outlines what physical restraints are, when they should be used, rules and regulations concerning restraints, and making decisions about using them. To order, e-mail your request to Donna Snyder at donnas@nchcfa.org.

• NCHCFA Member: $30.00 per 100 brochures plus tax and shipping
• Non-Members: $60.00 per 100 brochures plus tax and shipping

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AHCA/NCAL ED

https://educate.ahcancal.org

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Babe Ruth hit his first home run in Fayetteville on March 7, 1914.

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