Nurse Council Business Commitee Meeting

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NHLAE

(Separate Registration Required)    
Andreas

CE: NHAP-P, BRN

Leaders of the academy will broaden participants’ skills around process improvement through joint sharing of project action experiences, best practice sharing and addressing barriers to success. Individuals will continue to learn important leadership skills affecting the outcomes of care.

Convention Registration

California Ballroom & Foyer

GR Regulatory Subcommittee Meeting

Sierra

GR Payment Subcommittee Meeting

Ventura

Products & Services Committee Meeting

Santa Rosa

NHLAE Lunch

NHLAE attendees only​

Exhibitor Move-In & Exhibitor Registration

Palm Springs Convention Center

BREAKOUT SESSION / CLINICAL TRACK: Seizures & Epilepsy: What You Need to Know

San Jacinto

Shannon Abdul-Wahab | MA Counseling & Therapy | Epilepsy Foundation
CE: NHAP-P, BRN

One in ten people worldwide will experience a seizure during their lifetime. The spectrum of epilepsy will be reviewed; common causes of it over the course of a lifetime will be identified and common comorbidities will be discussed. We will also review seizure first aid and resources available through the Epilepsy Foundation. 

BREAKOUT SESSION: Fool Proof Methods for Safety & Emergency Compliance

Mojave Learning Center

Jason Belden | Disaster Preparedness Program Manager | CAHF
Stan Szpytek | President | Fire & Life Safety, Inc.
CE: NHAP, BRN

Are you confused by the endless sea of regulators in your building? Discover best approaches for survey success during life safety, emergency preparedness, Cal-OSHA, county public health and OSHPD visits. Get an update on how county public health officials are cracking down on kitchen requirements and how it involves OSHPD. 

GR Legal Subcommittee Meeting

Ventura

Public Advocacy Committee Meeting

Santa Rosa

BREAKOUT SESSION / CLINICAL TRACK: Reducing Anti-Psychotics: Where Are We Now?

San Jacinto

Dr. Julie Futrell | Northern CA Director | CHE Behavioral Health Services
CE: NHAP-P, BRN

While California is fourth best in the nation in reducing antipsychotics in SNFs, it remains a hot topic in the LTC profession. Discussion will focus on person-centered, non-pharmacological approaches for individuals with challenging behaviors and mental health issues. The differences between a medical model and person-centered approaches to mental health treatment will be outlined. 

BREAKOUT SESSION / LEGAL TRACK: LGBTQ Protections and Considerations in Senior Living

Mojave Learning Center

Jillian Somers Donovan | Partner | Hanson Bridgett 
Natalie Smith | Associate | Hanson Bridgett
CE: MCLE, NHAP, BRN

There are potential cultural competency concerns and requirements related to LGBTQ residents in skilled nursing centers. Participants will learn the statutes, regulations and guidance that apply to the residency and care of LGBTQ residents. Discussion will also cover specific details of training requirements for SNF staff designed to prevent discrimination toward LGBTQ residents. 

Business Management Commitee Meeting

Chino AB

Revenue Cycle Improvement Task Force Meeting

Santa Rosa

Associate Council Meeting

East Pool Deck

BREAKOUT SESSION / LEGAL TRACK: Advance Directives and POLST: Beyond the Paper Document

Mojave Learning Center

Chris Wilson, RN, JD, MS-HCE | Partner | Tyler & Wilson
CE: MCLE, NHAP, BRN

Learn how to evaluate what may lie beyond the written words to find out if a resident’s previously stated wishes are consistent with their current goals of care. Understand the legal and ethical issues that can challenge care providers in interpreting and using these documents. 

BREAKOUT SESSION / CLINICAL TRACK: Psychological First Aid

San Jacinto

Jocelyn Montgomery, RN, PHN | Long Term Care Quality Improvement
CE: NHAP-P, BRN

Everyone is impacted when an emergency hits their community. Understand the goal and core actions of Psychological First Aid (PFA), recognize the common reactions and signs of stress related to an emergency experience and prepare to provide immediate support to residents and others who experience emergency-related stress. 

QCHF Board of Trustees Meeting

Chino AB

HPSI Welcome Reception: Pajama Jam

California Ballroom Foyer & Terrace

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Come dressed in your robes and pajamas and enjoy breakfast selections!