Livestream: Regulations: Infection Control in Residential Care (2); Regulations Annual Update (2)
Infection Control in Residential Care (2)
Residents and staff in long-term care facilities are at higher risk of infection than the average population. Infections acquired in healthcare settings account for more than 380,000 deaths annually. Infections add to health care costs, increase hospitalizations, and lead to diminished quality of life for residents. Infection control is one of the primary goals of care in a residential facility. This two-hour course reviews the regulatory requirements for infection prevention and the role of the Infection Control Lead.
Approved for: Adult Residential Facility (37163) | Residential Care for Elderly (37164) | No Group Home/STRTP | Accepted by the Board of Registered Nurses
Regulations Annual Update (2 CEUs)
This two-hour class will cover regulations expected to be implemented in the coming year, as well as issues the legislature is expected to act on within the year. Updates on CCLD and general issues related to residential care will be briefly reviewed.
Approved for: Adult Residential Facility (37238) | Residential Care for Elderly (37239) | No Group Home/STRTP