Goal is not perfection. The QA process shows you’re watching imp processes, follow a plan when you find error & correct quickly.https://t.co/3fZ4UaoO5m #qualityassurance#homehealth#qualityassuranceprocess
A QA plan identifies deviations from proper work (errors) so admin can investigate reasons, correct process or provide training. https://t.co/Ykt2NWWD3t #qualityassuranceplan#homehealthindustry#homehealth
The goal of a robust #QAP is to minimize potential deficiencies that may result in fines, sanctions & potentially dangerous gaps in care. https://t.co/ZXxihqiTkG #qualityassuranceprogram#homehealth#homecare
A QA plan should cover the overall processes of the agency that tie to rules &/or best practices in policy & detailed aspects of key processes. https://t.co/5RLmwgqqKe #qualityassuranceprogram#homehealth#nonskilledhomehealth
#APD has strict requirements for number & qualifications of Group Home personnel, in addition to training & fiscal records. https://t.co/CKZOdgS5Zz #ltc#homehealthindustry#grouphomepersonnel
Other considerations for Group Homes is the # of residents, min square footage per resident & size of common areas. https://t.co/sbvsncFfnv #grouphomes#homehealth#longtermcarebusiness
The first step in opening a Group Home is determining where the facility will be located by reviewing local zoning regulations for the site. https://t.co/JBPcZLqVte #longtermcarebusiness#grouphomes#homehealth
Terms to know: Hurricane: tropical cyclone w maximum sustained surface winds of 74+ mph. Activate your CEMP & document your activities. #FDEM#hurricaneseason#homecareindustry
Terms to know: Tropical storm: tropical cyclone w maximum sustained surface winds of 39-73 mph. Time for a mock drill to check CEMP preparedness. #FDEM#tropicalstorm#homehealthagencies
Terms to know: Tropical depression: tropical cyclone that has maximum sustained surface winds of 38 mph or less. Have you retrained staff on #CEMP? #FDEM#tropicaldepression#homehealth
Terms to know: Tropical cyclone: nonfrontal tropical system w organized deep thunderstorm activity & well-defined center. Dust off that #CEMP! #FDEM#tropicalcyclone#homehealthagencies