NH September LAN: Best Practices for Surveillance, Diagnosis and Treatment of C. difficile

by Rukiya Campbell | Sep 1, 2021

CDI is a common cause of healthcare associated (HAI) infection. Accurate diagnosis of CDI links to appropriate use of lab testing thus guiding CDI prevention, management and optimizing resident outcome. Introduction of a diagnostic stewardship as a best practice in...

Neuroscience of Addiction: Disease or Decision?

by Rukiya Campbell | Aug 4, 2021

As addictions professionals, we often have gaps in our education around the basics of how our brain functions as well how that functioning is impacted by substance use, addiction, and recovery. Neuroscience of Addiction is a foundational course designed to introduce...

CC August LAN: “Daunting” – Discharge Experience Perspectives from Older Adults with Diabetes

by Rukiya Campbell | Aug 3, 2021

Event Description: Patient and family experiences with transitions of care provide insights into opportunities to improve cross-setting care transitional processes and improve customer experience scores. Together, we will learn from Dr. Jacqueline Lamanna’s research...

NH August LAN: QI Tactics for Increasing & Documenting Short Stay Vaccination Rates

by Rukiya Campbell | Aug 3, 2021

Event Description: Despite the industry wide focus, vaccination rates still reflect an opportunity for improvement in most post-acute care settings. Join our conversation with experienced SNF clinician leaders as we discuss how quality improvement tools, data and best...

Opioid Education: What You Need to Know

by Rukiya Campbell | Jul 28, 2021

Event Description: In this session, participants will learn what opioids are and the different types that define them, the benefits and dangers of opioid use and the metabolic impact of opioids on older adults such as mobility, increased falls etc. The side effects of...