In this episode of Nurse to Nurse, Mandy and Gwen are joined by Rebecca Adelman, Esq., an attorney, entrepreneur, and nationally recognized thought leader in senior living, healthcare, and risk management. With nearly 35 years of experience representing senior living providers, she is the founder of Guide Path, a culture change and risk mitigation certification program for senior living communities.

Key Takeaways

• Delve into the critical issue of unmet expectations as the leading claim drivers in senior living communities.
• Understand the root causes of unmet expectations in senior living.
• Explore the impact on residents and families.
• Learn strategies to enhance resident satisfaction and reduce risk.

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In this episode of Nurse to Nurse, Mandy and Gwen host Doris Fischer-Sanchez, Senior Vice President of Clinical Risk at Marsh McClellan's Senior Living & LTC Industry Practice for an insightful discussion on how bias, especially ageism, shapes care delivery in senior living. Doris explores the roots and repercussions of bias, its presence in caregivers and residents and alike, and how nurses can lead cultural change in their communities. The episode underscores the need for intentionality, self-awareness, and cultural humility to create inclusive, respectful, and psychologically safe environments for aging adults.

Key Takeaways

• Everyone carries implicit and explicit biases shapred by personal history
• Nurses are uniquely positioned to model respectful care and mentor others.
• Cultural humility and acknowledging we can't fully understand others' experiences, is essential
• Older adults can perpetuate age-based exclusion or cliques among themselves.
• Small actions deeply impact resident dignity and wellbeing.

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In this episode of Nurse to Nurse, the Mandy and Gwen discuss the critical importance of emergency preparedness in assisted living environments with Fire and Life Safety expert Stan Szpytek. They expore the unique challenges faced by nurses in these settings, the role of incident command systems in crisis management and the need for ongoing training and awareness of potential hazards. The conversation emphasizes the emotional aspects of nursing during emergencies and the necessity of a proactive mindset to ensure the safety and well-being of residents.

Key Takeaways

• Nurses play a crucial role in managing all types of hazards affecting communities
• Training and drills are important preparation steps to ensuring positive outcomes in crisis
• Understand and maintain awareness of seasonal and day to day hazards in your area
• AALNA's Assisted Living Incident Command System (ALICS) provides nurses with a framework to cope with all crises and hazards.

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