Ask the Nursing Expert about … documentation for new survey regulations
By
Judi Kulus, MSN, MAT, RN, NHA, RAC-MT, DNS-CT
Feb 08, 2018
For years I have referred to the State Operations Manual (SOM) Appendix P for guidance on the survey process. But the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services recently announced that Appendix P will be...
Ask the nursing expert: Will CMS continue to conduct focused infection control surveys in 2021?
By
Amy Stewart
Dec 01, 2020
Will the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services continue to conduct Focus Infection Control Surveys in 2021? If so, what should we expect?
Ask the Nursing Expert about … the new survey process
By
Amy Franklin, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT
Sep 06, 2017
I’m feeling a bit overwhelmed. Do you have any tips to assist with the new survey process?
Ask the nursing expert … about preparing for survey visits
By
Anne Marie Barnett
Jul 01, 2013
Q: There’s an upcoming survey visit in my facility. Any suggestions on how to calm the atmosphere?
A: The director of nursing sets the tone for the nursing department. Be even more present on your...
Ask the Nursing Expert about … staff competencies
By
Judi Kulus, MSN, MAT, RN, NHA, RAC-MT, DNS-CT
Nov 06, 2017
Is it true that during new survey process, surveyors will ask staff nurses and nursing assistants about their competencies, with questions such as, “Do you receive periodic evaluations on your skills,...
Ask the nursing expert: first state survey jitters
By
Anne Marie Barnett
Nov 01, 2009
Anne Marie Barnett, RN, Former President, Maryland NADONA/LTC
Ask the nursing expert: How do you keep records organized in preparation for annual reviews?
By
Anne Marie Barnett
Jul 01, 2011
Anne Marie Barnett, RN, President, Maryland NADONA/LTC
Ask the nursing expert: How can we improve collaboration to better help our hospice residents while avoiding...
By
Amy Stewart
Feb 02, 2020
We received several survey citations for not collaborating with hospice. How can we improve collaboration to better help our hospice residents while avoiding citations?
Ask the Nursing Expert about … dignity citations
By
Angel McGarrity-Davis, RN, CDONA, NHA
Jan 06, 2017
We just finished our state and federal survey and received one federal citation. It is about dignity — are you familiar with this regulation, and if so, can you help me research?
Ask the nursing expert: some encouraging words for directors of nursing
By
Anne Marie Barnett
May 01, 2009
Anne Marie Barnett, RN Former President, Maryland NADONA/LTC