Continuing Education Classes

Join us for an informative and popular session designed for staff handling controlled medications in long-term care facilities. This presentation will focus on the critical importance of controlled medication and opioid accountability, which is essential to safeguard the residents and staff. Learn how to recognize the risks for diversion and define strategies to help prevent. We'll discuss the impact of diversion on patient safety, staff integrity, and regulatory compliance. Join us in this important conversation, led by an RN, to strengthen our commitment to opioid accountability and safe practices.

Thursday, April 17, 2025
1pm-2pm PST / 3pm-4pm CST

Join us for an insightful session, led by an experienced nurse, that will emphasize the critical importance of precise documentation. Understand regulatory requirements and best practices, techniques for accurate and timely charting and the role of documentation in patient safety and care continuity. In addition, learn the best practices for medication storage and address common challenges and pitfalls in medication handling. Discuss scenarios that highlight the impact of effective documentation and storage on resident care. By returning to the basics, this presentation aims to reinforce the foundational skills necessary for ensuring high-quality care in long-term settings.

Tuesday, May 20, 2025
1pm-2pm PST / 3pm-4pm CST

Learn from a pharmacist the role of medication management in preventing falls. Discuss the benefits of a collaborative care approach and working with healthcare teams (med aides, nurses, physicians, therapists and pharmacists). At the end of the session, you will understand FRIDs (fall risk inducing drugs) and interventions you can take today.

In this presentation, a pharmacist will guide participants through the Beers Criteria—a set of guidelines by the American Geriatrics Society to help identify potentially inappropriate medications (PIMs) for adults aged 65 and older. Attendees will gain insight into how medications listed in the Beers Criteria can contribute to adverse drug events, particularly in older adults with complex health conditions. Learn how these guidelines are intended to be used and empower staff to support medication safety and improve care quality for older adults.

Blood thinners are considered high-risk medications and must be carefully monitored for safety. Medication administration staff must be equipped with an understanding of anticoagulation therapy, the balance between potential benefits and associated risks, particularly in the senior population. This introduction to anticoagulation therapy will define purpose for use, common medications, life-saving benefits and the challenges. Learn how to avoid medication errors, recognize signs of complications and the importance of interdisciplinary communication.

Join us for an informative session that will enhance your ability to support residents' diabetes! You will gain an understanding of diabetic injectable pens, focusing on their use, priming, and practical tips for senior care environments. Learn the differences between injectable pens and oral diabetic medications. Attendees will gain valuable insights that will enhance medication safety and regulatory compliance.

This presentation is designed for medication aides and nursing staff working in senior care settings, focusing on the critical topic of hypoglycemia—its recognition, management, and prevention in elderly patients. Learn appropriate immediate responses to low blood sugar, including the use of glucose sources and emergency protocols. Explore strategies for preventing hypoglycemic episodes, including medication management, dietary considerations, and patient education.

This presentation will focus on the top survey citations related to medication management and pharmacy services, emphasizing strategies to prevent deficiencies and ensure compliance. Explore resources for staff education to stay updated on regulatory changes and best practices on medication management protocols. This class will provide valuable insights for staff working in any long-term care environment.

This presentation aims to provide comprehensive understanding of the treatment of depression, focusing on the types of antidepressants, their efficacy, monitoring strategies, and guidance on when to modify or discontinue therapy. Discuss the prevalence of depression and impact on quality of life and unique considerations for treating older adults.