In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Donna Lisi, PharmD, BS Pharmacy, BCPS, BCPP, BCACP, BCGP, BCMTMS, FASCP, FAAPP, a board-certified pharmacotherapy specialist and board-c…

In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Angie Settle, DNP, APRN, BC, FNP, CEO of West Virginia Health Right. Dr. Settle shares her journey into healthcare, shaped by her Appala…

In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Ghinwa Dumyati, MD, Director of the Communicable Diseases Surveillance and Prevention Program at the University of Rochester Medical Cen…

In this week’s episode, Quality Insights’ Nursing Home Team gives updates as our contract extension as the QIN-QIO (Quality Innovation Network – Quality Improvement Organization) for Pennsylvania and West Virginia comes to an end on March 7. Watch Video Recording Download Transcript Check out our other interviews by visiting https://www.qualityinsi…

In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Lana Kunik, Director of the National PA Center for Diabetes Prevention and Education, a program of the Sight Center of NWPA. Lana shares…

In this week’s episode, we discuss how to manage the most common infections in long-term care settings, including respiratory, gastrointestinal, skin, and urinary tract infections. We will also discuss when to implement isolation precautions, key infection control measures, and evidence-based strategies to minimize the spread of infections. We’re j…

In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Erin Kitt-Lewis, PhD, RN, Associate Research Professor and Associate Director of Education at Penn State Ross and Carol Nese College of …

Water systems in nursing homes can harbor dangerous pathogens like Legionella and Pseudomonas, posing serious health risks to vulnerable residents. In today's webinar, we'll dive into waterborne threats and how facilities can strengthen infection prevention efforts to safeguard resident health. We’re joined by Jennifer Brown, RN, BSN, CIC, Infectio…

In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Karen Ernst, MA, a nationally recognized expert in vaccine confidence with a decade’s experience in grassroots organizing around the iss…

In today's episode, we wrap up the “Back to Basics QAPI: Infection Control” microlearn series by listening to Episode 4, " Sustainability." Each microlearn in this four-part series demonstrates how to improve infection control in long-term care using the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI). View Webinar Recording Download Transcrip…

In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Maggie Ratnayake, Executive Director, and Maddie Hagerty, Chapter Manager, at Lori's Hands. Maggie and Maddie discuss the nonprofit’s mi…

In today's episode, we'll continue the “Back to Basics QAPI: Infection Control” microlearn series by listening to Episode 3, " Intro to QAPI Data." Each microlearn in this four-part series demonstrates how to improve infection control in long-term care using the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI). View Webinar Recording View Back …

In today's episode, we'll continue the “Back to Basics QAPI: Infection Control” microlearn series by listening to Episode 2, "Turning Insights Into Action." Each microlearn in this four-part series demonstrates how to improve infection control in long-term care using the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI). Related links: View Webi…

In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Michael McShane, MD, EdM, Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Penn State College of Medicine. A Note from Neeli: Advancing rural heal…

Today's episode introduces Quality Insights' new “Back to Basics QAPI: Infection Control” microlearn series. Quality Insights’ Quality Improvement Specialist Patty Austin, RN, introduces the series, which consists of four 15-minute microlearn episodes demonstrating how to improve infection control in long-term care using the Quality Assurance and P…

In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Quality Insights' Sheila Barnett, Kathy Wild, LaBasa Robinson, Tonda Devine & Sadiq Abdulai about the upcoming long COVID virtual peer s…

Today’s episode introduces Quality Insights’ new Nursing Home 5-Diamond program – an automated, online, national educational resource for patient safety in nursing homes. The program is open for all facilities to enroll. This episode gives an overview of the program and demonstration of the learning platform. Watch Video Recording Download Transcri…

Join host Anna Gurdak, her colleague Robina Montague, and Chris Yocom, Diabetes Prevention Program Manager at Pottstown Medical Specialists (PMSI), in a deep dive into the transformative world of PMSI's Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) program. This episode explores the impact of DSMES across Pennsylvania, emphasizing the impo…

In today's episode, Quality Insights' team of healthcare experts answer our audience's questions related to infection control and immunization in long-term care. The team also shares their own New Year's resolutions to improve infection control and immunization efforts with our nursing home partners. Related links: Mitigating Staff Shortages (CDC) …

In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Tom Ahrens, PhD, RN, FAAN, founder of Viven Health. Dr. Ahrens, a pioneering expert in infection prevention and critical care, discusses…

In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Mary Beth O'Connor, J.D., Recovery Advocate, Author, and former judge. Mary Beth O'Connor shares her journey from childhood abuse and ad…

In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Molly Gatto, MHA, an Immunization Consultant with the Pennsylvania Immunization Coalition. Email Molly. If you have any topics or guests…

In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Krysta Dancy, MA, MFT, CBD(CBI), Certified Provider Educator, Founder and CEO of Dancy Perinatal. If you have any topics or guests you'd…

This week’s episode introduces an interactive training experience teaching infection prevention and control. Merewyn Sheeran of Pennsylvania Project Firstline discusses how a program using the escape room format provides a supportive and engaging environment for developing attendees’ knowledge. Viewers will learn how to use the escape room experien…

In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Amy Porter, Resource Specialist at Quality Insights. Visit the Quality Insights QIN-QIO website. If you have any topics or guests you'd …

In this week's episode, we listen to Dr. Jean Storm's interview with Nancy D. Zionts, MBA. They discuss important issues related to long-term care, including workforce challenges, lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare quality, and more. Nancy D. Zionts is Chief Operating Officer and Chief Program Officer of the Jewish Healthcare Fo…

In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with James Johnson Jr., PhD, MPA, a Medical Social Scientist and a Professor of Health Administration and Policy in the School of Health Scie…

In this week’s episode, Quality Insights' Nursing Home Team will provide education on vaccine hesitancy, enhanced barrier precautions, long COVID, and infection control using role-play scenarios. Watch Video Recording Check out our other interviews by visiting https://www.qualityinsights.org/ qin/multimedia This material was prepared by Quality Ins…

In this week's episode, we listen to Dr. Jean Storm's interview with Christina Starcher, NHA, QCP. They discuss improving quality of care for residents, staff retention, the role of the nursing home administrator, and more. Christina Starcher is Senior Nursing Home Administrator at Cedar Ridge Center in West Virginia and was named Administrator of …

In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Rich Greenhill, DHA, FACHE, Chief Transformation Officer at Quality Insights. Dr. Greenhill shares his personal experience of bias durin…

In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Nancy D. Zionts, MBA, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Program Officer of the Jewish Healthcare Foundation. Learn more about the Teachi…

This week’s episode discusses post-COVID care for long-term care residents. The episode: Discusses what Post-COVID Syndrome is Reviews the prevalence of Post-COVID Syndrome and associated symptoms Discusses unique issues faced by the long-term care population regarding Post-COVID Syndrome Discusses prevention and treatment options Reviews case scen…

In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Tara Mayson, Founder, CEO and President of The Hope Dealer Project. If you have any topics or guests you'd like to see on future episode…

In today's episode, we discuss the latest updates on immunizations and healthcare reporting. We explore essential updates tailored for nursing home professionals, including immunization guideline revisions; recent changes to the Minimum Data Set (MDS); and upcoming NHSN reporting requirements related to respiratory infections. We're joined by Jenni…

In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Christina Starcher, NHA, Senior Nursing Home Administrator at Cedar Ridge Center in West Virginia. If you have any topics or guests you'…

In today's episode, Quality Insights' nursing home team will look back at our work from the past five years and share what's on the horizon as the 12th Scope of Work (SOW) comes to an end. Watch Video Recording Check out our other interviews by visiting https://www.qualityinsights.org/ qin/multimedia This material was prepared by Quality Insights, …

In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Jillian Pate, MS, RD, CSR, LD, a Renal Dietitian Nutritionist. Learn more about the West Virginia CKD Program. Contact Jillian. If you h…

In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Gayle Michelle Olano Hurt, MPA, CPHQ, PMC, Vice President of Patient Safety and Quality Operations at the District of Columbia Hospital …

Today’s episode discusses patient-centered care in long-term care, including principles of person-centered care, practical implications of person-centered care on patient outcomes, treatment strategies. We're joined by Jean Storm, DO, CMD, CHCQM, Medical Director at Quality Insights. This is Part 2 of a 2-part series. Watch Video Recording Download…

In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Peter Angood, M.D., FRCS(C), FACS, MCCM, FAAPL (Hon), the current President and CEO of the American Association for Physician Leadership…

Today’s episode discusses patient-centered care in long-term care, including principles of person-centered care, practical implications of person-centered care on patient outcomes, treatment strategies. We're joined by Jean Storm, DO, CMD, CHCQM, Medical Director at Quality Insights. This is Part 1 of a 2-part series. Watch Video Recording Download…

In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Yessi Cubillo, ESRD Networks 3, 4 & 5 Regional Emergency Preparedness Coordinator and ESRD Network 3 Patient Engagement Specialist at Qu…

This week’s episode discusses depression in long-term care, including the importance of preventing major depression in post-acute and long-term care (PALTC) populations. The presentation will: Describe the assessment process Share evidence-based pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions for treatment of major depression in PALTC populat…

In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with C. Forrest Faison III, M.D., a retired vice admiral (VADM) in the United States Navy. He served as an officer in the Medical Corps and a…

Today's episode discusses antibiotic stewardship and the upcoming Antibiotic Awareness Week 2024. The episode will give an overview of Antibiotic Awareness Week (AAW) themes and activities, as well as explain how healthcare facilities can get involved in AAW. We're joined by Emilee Melchior of West Virginia Project Firstline. Watch Video Recording …

In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Drema Hill, Ph.D., and Cheryl Workman about the Women Interested in Staying Healthy (WISH) program. Contact Cheryl Workman If you have a…

This week’s episode discusses hand hygiene for healthcare workers. The discussion includes keeping your hands health; keeping your hands clean; and encouraging clean hands with your team. We're joined by Ericka Bolyard, MSN, RN, LTC-CIP, Regional Infection Preventionist for the West Virginia Department of Health Bureau of Public Health’s Office of …

In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Cyndi Kirkhart, CEO of Facing Hunger Foodbank in Huntington, West Virginia. If you have any topics or guests you'd like to see on future…

In this week's episode, we are introducing Quality Insights' "Taking Healthcare by Storm" podcast by listening to a discussion on resident and family engagement in long-term care. In the "Taking Healthcare by Storm" podcast series, Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm sits down with industry experts with insights in the medical field, i…

In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Rich Greenhill, DHA, FACHE, Chief Transformation Officer at Quality Insights. Learn more about The International Society for Quality in …