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April 4, 2024
8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.* Assisted Living Administrative Rules, Trends and Updates (Linda Kellen,  Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing)
Knowing the regulations and understanding the monitoring process will assist in maintaining a focus on quality tenant services.  A review of what to expect during this process and the documentation needed to be successful will be held.
12:30 – 2 p.m. Philosophy of Assisted Living (Kellie Van Ree, LeadingAge Iowa)
This session will discuss the philosophy and background of assisted living.  The principles of assisted living will be reviewed along with a comparison of assisted living to other residential programs.  The basic concepts of choice, independence, privacy, individuality, and dignity will be discussed.

Survey Trends (Kellie Van Ree, LeadingAge Iowa)
This session will review the most commonly cited insufficiencies of assisted living programs.  Best practices for successful surveys will also be discussed.
2:15 – 4:30 p.m.

Medication Management (Julie Johnson, Healthcare of Iowa)
During this presentation, we will cover medication management in assisted living.  We will also cover high risk medications, why they are high risk medications, and what you need to be aware of when tenants are receiving high risk medications.

Nurse Delegation and its Use in Assisted Living (Julie Johnson, Healthcare of Iowa)
Nurse delegation and its use in assisted living will be reviewed.  The role of the assisted living nurse and direct care worker will be presented and how delegation can be used effectively.

*A 15-minute break will be scheduled during this session.

 

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For questions contact:   Dawn Balder
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515-440-4630