Skin and Wound Management Module 3: Wound Care – F686 – Licensed Staff
Recorded On: 02/28/2023
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This program was developed utilizing the Federal regulatory tag F686 and focuses on assessment skills and key areas that are critical in reducing the risk of skin breakdown. Best practices are universal in ensuring the quality of care for our elderly residents and this program was developed for all levels of care.
Objectives:
• Identify the difference between a pressure ulcer (injury), arterial ulcer and a diabetic ulcer
• Describe the types of interventions and treatments that would be appropriate for different types of wounds
• Identify modifiable risks and appropriate techniques to reducing/eliminating such risks
Attendees will be awarded 1.0 ANCC contact hours for completing the course/webinar. Program
Start Date: 02/28/23 | Program Review Date: 02/21/26
Call the HealthCap Education Coordinator at 734-996-2700 for further information.
Angie Szumlinski, LNHA, GERO-BC, RAC-CT, BS
Director of Risk Management
HealthCap Risk Management Services
Ms. Szumlinski is a nationally-recognized leader in long-term care, with a wealth of experience in virtually every operational and clinical aspect of the industry. She has experience as an Owner/Provider, Administrator, Director of Nursing, Corporate Quality Assurance Coordinator, and independent consultant. In the last 8 years, she has personally conducted over 1,000 on-site risk management visits at facilities across the country, touching every acuity level within the long-term care spectrum. As a nationally recognized presenter for health care associations on current trends and best practices in the long-term care industry, Ms. Szumlinski is the author of hundreds of best-practice bulletins, in-service modules, and has hosted hundreds of risk management seminars across the country. Respected for success in assisting facilities in achieving and maintaining regulatory compliance, Ms. Szumlinski served two terms as an Associate Board Member for NCAL, is a member of the AHCA Survey/Regulatory Committee and served as a team leader for the AHCA/NCAL Quality Award program for 8 years. Ms. Szumlinski is the Nurse Planner for HealthCap Risk Management’s American Nursing Credentialing Center’s (ANCC) accredited education program.
Sandy Christensen
RN, NHA, ED
HealthCap Risk Management & Insurance
Ms. Christensen has worked in senior living for over 30 years in a variety of capacities and roles. She has a diverse background in all areas of operations and clinical expertise. She has been a Director of Nursing, Nursing Home Administrator, Executive Director, and Vice President of Operations. She holds a Registered Nurse License, Nursing Home Administrator License, and Assisted Living Director Certicate. She obtained an Associate's Degree in Nursing in 1993 and a Bachelor’s of Science in Business Administration in 2005 from Regis University in Denver, Colorado. She is experienced in clinical management, operations management, administration, policy and procedure development, and auditing and monitoring for compliance. She most recently started her own independent consulting business for senior living operators and related providers in the senior living space. She has multi-state experience in consulting.