A new kind of role is emerging in nursing homes: the geriatric specialist, a certified nurse aide (CNA) who has completed an apprenticeship designed to deepen clinical knowledge, build specialized skills and take on greater responsibility in caring for older adults. These CNA apprenticeships, which come with a pay increase, are seen to strengthen retention […]
Coaching in nursing home education just got a makeover: When paired with Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) and leadership training focused on communication, deeply involved coaches were able to support staff to move the needle on quality in a pilot project overseen by the Moving Forward Coalition. The good news is that the model […]
