Health Quality Innovators (HQI)

Meet Evelyn, a Nursing Director at a Kansas senior care facility. She’s seen how quickly a mild case of COVID-19 can turn serious for elderly residents, leading to hospitalizations and long recoveries. That’s why Evelyn received her updated COVID-19 vaccine and urges everyone in her facility to follow suit. By reducing the risk of severe illness, she’s keeping her residents out of the hospital. Share your vaccination story and use the hashtag #VaccinationHero! #Vaccination #COVID19

Register now and join us and your fellow nursing home professionals from Kansas, Missouri, South Carolina and Virginia on November 6th as we honor your achievements. After the celebration, gain valuable insights on how to maintain your progress.   We will share top interventions, evidence-based resources and strategies to support the prevention of adverse drug events, healthcare associated infections (HAIs), avoidable readmissions, the reduction of emergency department usage as well as improving vaccination rates. Register now and don’t miss out: https://lnkd.in/e9cU7-i3

If you work with seniors, you’re likely aware of the growing COVID-19 vaccine fatigue. Even though it’s been over four years since the initial outbreak, staying vigilant remains key to managing the ongoing presence of the virus. You have the power to make a difference in the lives of the seniors you work with! The updated COVID-19 vaccine is the best defense against severe illness. That's why we put together some resources you can use to increase your knowledge and boost vaccination rates. Take a look >>> https://bit.ly/47yufp5 #COVID19 #Vaccination #NursingHome

Stay informed and stay protected! The second module in the series, The Value of Vaccines, is available on HQI Academy. It reviews the different types of vaccines, how they work and how to manage their side effects. Start learning today: https://lnkd.in/eirJR8MN

HQI’s Cindy Warriner recently attended the Community Coalitions of Virginia annual meeting in Roanoke. While there, she spoke on Medication Misadventures and moderated in the sessions, “Operating VA’s First Recovery Academy” and “Cannabis in the Commonwealth.” Also pictured are Travis Fellows, the executive director at CCoVA, and Jennifer Farinholt, a Behavioral Health Wellness Consultant for DBHDS.

Nominations close this FRIDAY, November 1st for the Health Quality Innovators of the Year awards! The program celebrates organizations that have implemented evidence-based strategies to improve healthcare quality and outcomes. Keep in mind that you can nominate more than one organization: https://lnkd.in/ewvJq7Hk

As senior care leaders, your role in vaccine distribution is crucial. With COVID-19 vaccination rates falling, nursing homes are becoming more vulnerable to outbreaks. With another wave of COVID-19 cases predicted this fall and winter, the updated 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine is the best way to keep your residents safe. Check out these resources to help you get started >>> https://bit.ly/47yufp5 #SeniorCare #COVID19 #Vaccine

HQI’s Kathryn Zapach attended CDC’s Southern Regional Recipient Meeting to showcase our work in Turning the Tide on Diabetes. While there, she spent time with HQI’s CDC project officer and subject matter experts, while networking with other southern states. Kudos, Kathryn!

At HQI, we prioritize building teamwork outside of an office setting to reconnect and spark ideas. While together, we participated in various activities such as making suncatchers, axe throwing, a historical city tour, miniature golf, and a visit to a botanical garden.

FACT: Even if nursing home residents are not leaving the facility, COVID-19 can still come in. Nursing home staff and visitors can unknowingly carry the virus. The vaccine helps protect everyone from severe illness, no matter where they are, and helps prevent a single infection from becoming an outbreak. #COVID19 #Vaccination #Healthcare