Qsource Podcasts

[Audio Blog] Preventing Future Citations: Strengthening Staff and Building a Culture of Continuous Improvement

Learn how to prevent future citations in nursing homes by strengthening staff training, integrating QAPI, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

F812 - Food Procurement, Store/Prepare/Serve Sanitary

In this episode, nurse surveyor Linzie Bugg breaks down CMS regulation tag F812, covering food procurement, storage, preparation, serving, and sanitation in long-term care facilities. She highlights the serious risks foodborne illness poses to vulnerable residents and emphasizes that compliance goes beyond documentation - real-time accountability and consistent practices are essential. Linzie shares practical strategies including temperature monitoring, FIFO labeling, staff competency training, and mock surveys to maintain survey readiness.
To schedule a complimentary consultation and speak with one of our nursing home consultants, please visit: https://www.qsource.org/book-a-meeting

[Audio Blog] The Financial and Regulatory Impact of Hospital Readmissions on Nursing Homes

Explore the financial and regulatory impacts of hospital readmissions on nursing homes and discover strategies to reduce avoidable hospitalizations for better outcomes.

Stress Awareness Month

In this episode, nurse surveyor Linzie Bugg addresses stress in long-term care (LTC) settings during Stress Awareness Month. She highlights how unmanaged stress among staff, residents, and families negatively impacts care quality, teamwork, regulatory compliance, and survey outcomes. Linzie shares practical, evidence-based strategies, including mindfulness breaks, gratitude boards, peer support, reset spaces, and leadership involvement, to help LTC facilities proactively manage stress. She emphasizes that small, consistent actions, rather than costly programs, drive meaningful cultural change.
To schedule a complimentary consultation and speak with one of our nursing home consultants, please visit: https://www.qsource.org/book-a-meeting

[Audio Blog] Using a Performance Improvement Plan to Drive Measurable Change in Nursing Homes

Learn how to effectively implement Performance Improvement Plans in nursing homes to drive measurable change, enhance quality care, and ensure regulatory compliance.
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Understanding F600: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

Learn about F600, its requirements for preventing abuse in long-term care, and how to foster a culture of safety and compliance in your facility.

F880 - NHSN Reporting

In this podcast, nurse surveyor Linzie Bugg explains major updates from CMS and CDC on NHSN reporting for long-term care facilities. She details the shift from COVID-19-only data to a permanent, weekly respiratory illness surveillance system, including influenza and RSV. Linzie emphasizes the importance of accurate, timely reporting, integration into survey processes, and using data for quality improvement. She reassures listeners that support is available and encourages facilities to focus on clarity, confidence, and control as they adapt to these new requirements.

[Audio Blog] Understanding Civil Money Penalties in Nursing Homes

Discover the impact of Civil Money Penalties in nursing homes and learn strategies to maintain compliance and improve resident care.

World Tuberculosis Day

In this episode, nurse surveyor Linzie Bugg discusses the importance of tuberculosis (TB) awareness in long-term care facilities for World TB Day. She highlights TB’s impact on older adults, the need for ongoing staff and resident education, early detection, and strong infection prevention practices. Linzie emphasizes psychological safety for symptom reporting, survey readiness, and collaboration with public health initiatives. She concludes by encouraging facilities to use available resources and support to strengthen infection prevention programs, linking TB prevention to quality care and regulatory compliance in skilled nursing settings.

[Audio Blog] Using the Five Whys Method to Strengthen Root Cause Analysis

Improve nursing home operations by uncovering root causes of issues with the Five Whys method. Learn how to implement this tool for lasting solutions and better compliance.
To schedule a complimentary consultation and speak with one of our nursing home consultants, please visit: https://www.qsource.org/book-a-meeting