UPCOMING WEBINARS

QAPI Approach to Addressing and Preventing Falls

DATE: Thursday, November 21, 2024
Noon – 1 p.m. CST

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Gain a solid understanding of the quality assurance program’s goals and regulatory requirements. Cultivate data-driven decision making, build a culture of quality and gain implementation tips.

Join this free webinar to:

Discover how QAPI utilizes data to identify areas for improvement in resident care and overall facility operations.
Explore how QAPI fosters collaboration among staff members to achieve the highest standards of care.
Obtain practical guidance on developing and implementing an effective QAPI program in your facility.

Instructor Bio: Thomas Annarella, BS, LNHA

Thomas is the Administrator of Valley Hi Nursing and Rehab in Woodstock, IL, the McHenry County owned nursing home. Valley Hi is a 2016 Bronze National Quality Award winner and a 2023 Silver National Quality Award winner through the American Health Care Association. Thomas earned his Bachelor’s degree in Health Care Administration from Southern Illinois University in 2000 and has been a licensed nursing home administrator since 2002. He also works with Jordan Healthcare Group, a consulting firm offering a wide range of support services to long term care communities.

Thomas has been active with the Illinois Health Care Association for almost 20 years and is currently, Chair of the IHCA Board and the Chair and founder of the IL Leaders Program. He also serves on the Administration and Finance Committee, Public Policy Committee, and the Legal Task Force Committee, as well as various subcommittees.

Thomas was recognized in 2015 by Provider Magazine as one of the year’s Top 20 To Watch and graduated from the American Health Care Association’s Future Leaders Program.

Continuing Education Details

Nursing: This program has been approved for one clock hour of continuing education credit by The Illinois Board of Nursing, an approved sponsor of continuing education by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation.

Administrators: This program has been approved for one clock hour of continuing education credit by the National Continuing Education Review Services (NCERS) of the National Association of Long-Term Care Administrator Boards (NAB) #20251120-1-A108051-DL.

PLEASE NOTE: Attendees must submit their documentation directly to their respective state boards, associations, or licensing agencies. Forum Extended Care Services provides CE certificates only to attendees.