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Register Your ICan Quality Improvement Team by March 20
On February 20, 2025 by Julie Apold
The deadline for registering a team for this year’s ICan Quality Improvement Contest is March 20. The contest involves developing and implementing a Quality Improvement project identified and led by front-line staff.
Don’t Miss Out! Join the LeadingAge Minnesota QIIP Collaborative – Launching April 15th
On February 6, 2025 by Julie Apold
LeadingAge Minnesota is excited to introduce the Quality Improvement Incentive Program (QIIP) Collaborative, a six-month initiative designed exclusively for our members.
Workforce and HR Sessions at Institute
On January 23, 2025 by Sharon Hollister
Join us at 2025 Institute & Expo for an insightful lineup of sessions designed to tackle today’s most pressing workforce and HR challenges in aging services.
OIG Issues New Nursing Facility Compliance Guidance
On December 5, 2024 by Mark Schulz
On November 20, the Office of Inspector General (OIG) at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services released industry segment-specific compliance program guidance for skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities (Nursing Facility ICPG).
New On-Demand Webinars Available – Earn CEUs Anytime
On May 30, 2024 by Sharon Hollister
LeadingAge Minnesota has a selection of on-demand webinars approved for clock hours. Eight new webinars from the 2023 Institute have been added on various topics. Get the training you need without having to leave your setting.
New Grant Opportunity: Workplace Safety Grants
On April 18, 2024 by Anna Mowry
A new grant opportunity, Workplace Safety Grants for Health Care Entities, has been released by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and is open for applications until June 7.
Over Two Years of Workforce Benchmarking Data Available in Data Portal
On April 18, 2024 by Julie Apold
The workforce application within the LeadingAge Minnesota Data Portal has over two years of member-submitted data on employee turnover, retention, and vacancy metrics.
Workplace Safety Grants for Health Care Settings Now Open
On April 11, 2024 by Anna Mowry
A new grant opportunity, Workplace Safety Grants for Health Care Entities, has been released by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and is open for applications until June 7.
Now Seeking Quarter 1 2024 Data for the LeadingAge Minnesota Data Portal
On April 4, 2024 by Julie Apold
Data submission for Quarter 1, 2024, is now open in the LeadingAge Minnesota Data Portal. Data submission for all LeadingAge Minnesota Data Portal applications is due by April 30.
Safe Care: Five-Step Action Plan to Eliminate Preventable Harm
On March 14, 2024 by Julie Apold
Join us in our mission to eliminate preventable harm through the Safe Care five-point action plan. Register for the Safe Care introductory virtual workshop series.
Nurse Lunch and Learns Start April 17
On March 14, 2024 by Sharon Hollister
Nurse Lunch and Learn webinars offer quick, focused sessions for nurse teams, emphasizing staff and direct care nurses. Each virtual webinar begins with a brief presentation on key topics, followed by a small group exercise for hands-on application of the learning outcomes.
Don’t Miss the Opportunity to Sign Your Team Up for the 2024 ICan Improvement Contest
On March 7, 2024 by Julie Apold
The deadline for registering a team for this year’s ICan Quality Improvement Contest is March 14. The contest involves developing and implementing a Quality Improvement project identified and led by front-line staff.
Recommit to and Re-Engage with Safe Care to Eliminate Preventable Harm
On February 29, 2024 by Julie Apold
Join us in our mission to eliminate preventable harm in caregiving by taking two critical steps to re-double your Safe Care efforts:
2024 DHS PIPP Proposal Resources Available
On February 1, 2024 by Julie Apold
The 2024 Minnesota Department of Human Services Nursing Facility Performance-Based Incentive Payment Program (PIPP) Request for Proposals (RFP) information is now available.
Infection Control and Substance Use Resources Available from Superior Health Alliance
On January 11, 2024 by Kari Everson
Superior Health Alliance released several resources to assist with infection control and substance use disorders.
Meaningful Activities Quality Improvement Project Recognized in ICan Contest
On December 14, 2023 by Julie Apold
A team from the Melrose Care Center Activities Department was recognized for their quality improvement project in LeadingAge Minnesota’s ICan Quality Improvement Contest.
2024 Quality Improvement Contest Announced
On December 7, 2023 by Julie Apold
If quality improvement and staff retention are on your 2024 to-do list, join us for the start of the 2024 ICan Quality Improvement Contest by registering for the ICan Information Session on Feb. 14 from 11:30 to noon.
November Lunch and Learn: Medication Errors
On December 7, 2023 by Kari Everson
LeadingAge Minnesota’s November Lunch and Learn discussed medication errors, how to review errors, and providing feedback that promotes continued safety and identification of future errors.
New Front Line Forces Module Available from Superior Health
On November 30, 2023 by Kari Everson
Learn how the Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) vaccine can protect your residents with the new Front Line Forces module from Superior Health Quality Alliance (Superior Health).
“A Clean Start” Quality Improvement Project Recognized in ICan Contest
On November 9, 2023 by Julie Apold
Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Crosby was recognized for its quality improvement project in LeadingAge Minnesota’s ICan Quality Improvement Contest.