Advocating for Quality Care in Assisted Living

Nurse to Nurse

In this episode of Nurse to Nurse, Mandy Curtis and Gwen Wilburn interview LaShuan Bethea, Executive Director of the National Center for Assisted Living (NCAL), about the transformation occurring within the assisted living industry and the role of nurses in providing quality care.

Takeaways

• Assisted living nurses play a vital role in providing quality care and advocating for the needs of residents.
• Regulations in assisted living should be based on an understanding of the work done in the industry and should consider the diverse needs of residents.
• Population health management is becoming increasingly important in assisted living, with a focus on improving outcomes and reducing costs.
• NCAL offers resources and support for nurses, including online communities and tools for infection control, survey preparedness and falls prevention.
• Nurses considering a career in assisted living should familiarize themselves with regulations, develop strong communication skills, build a support system, and a enhance their assessment skills.

Nurse to Nurse is brought to listeners by TIM - Total Dry Incontinence Management. All statements are the view of the speakers and are not representative of the American Assisted Living Nurses Association.