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NURSING HOMES REACH IMPORTANT MILESTONE IN CMS COVID-19 TRAINING
CMS has publicly recognized that nearly 1,100 facilities have had 50% or more of their staff complete the CMS training to combat the spread of COVID-19 in nursing homes.
These facilities are getting accolades for staying up to date on the latest information on infection control, vaccine distribution, and more.
The CMS training for frontline workers includes:
Module 1: Hand Hygiene and PPE
Module 2: Screening and Surveillance
Module 3: Cleaning the Nursing Home
Module 4: Cohorting
Module 5: Caring for Residents with Dementia in a Pandemic
The CMS management training is a 10-module course covering topics of telehealth, emergency preparedness, and vaccine delivery.
CHUG UPDATES: CHUG is your trusted partner for annual Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) reviews for your healthcare staff. Contact us today to set up your consultation.
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