MDS 3.0 Intensive Training

February 13, 2024 | 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CT | Hybrid

February 20, 2024 | 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CT | Virtual Only

February 27, 2024 | 8:30 a.m. - 4:15 p.m. CT | Hybrid

Location: Nebraska Health Care Association - Vetter Family Learning Center, 1200 Libra Drive, Suite 100, Lincoln, NE

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Content: This intensive MDS training will provide in-depth education on the RAI process. This program will help staff better understand the assessment process and why quality measures trigger.

Objectives: At the completion of the training, the participant will be able to: 

1. Understand the requirements for correct and timely completion of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) 3.0 resident assessments
2.  Discuss the impact of specific MDS items on reimbursement and quality measure scores
3.  Identify common MDS errors and strategies to avoid inaccuracies

Audience: This program is appropriate for all staff in nursing facilities.

Facilitator: Kathy Sanders, RN, RAC-CT, DNS-CT, Sanders Consulting

Format: Registrants will have the option to attend in person or virtually. Each attendee will designate in-person or virtual format during registration. Registrants must attend in the format in which they are registered. Please note, the second day of this training, February 20, is virtual only.

If you are attending virtually, an internet connection is required. NHCA uses Zoom as the webinar platform. You may participate from any computer and most mobile devices that have internet access. However, to receive full credit, you must be logged into the Zoom app through your computer or mobile device. Visit zoom.us/test to test if your computer is ready for a Zoom session and to download the latest application. The audio portion of this webinar is run through the computer rather than a phone line. A computer with external speakers or headset is needed; a microphone and/or webcam is required. Questions for the instructor can be asked through chat and Q&A functions in the Zoom app. If you need technical assistance, please call 402-435-3551 or email [email protected]. 

 Schedule: 

Registration Information: PRE-REGISTRATION is encouraged. Registration at the door will be accepted if space permits. If you wish to confirm your registration, call the NNFA/NALA office at 402-435-3551.

Registration includes lunch, breaks, and the handout link.

CE Credit: 21 hours of continuing education are available. Please defer to your licensing board or agency to ensure courses taken meet your license requirements.

Handouts: Printed handouts will not be provided. Prior to the program, registrants will receive an email with links to view the handouts.

Evaluations: Please provide feedback on the course by completing the evaluation. A link to the online evaluation will be emailed to registrants.

Cancellation Policy: Substitution, cancellation, and refund policies can be found at this link.

Liability Release Statement: Photographs are taken during Nebraska Health Care Association events for use in media releases, newsletters, nehca.org, and social media. By registering for this event, you grant NHCA the right to use your name and photograph for such purposes.

Hotel Room Block: Residence Inn by Marriott Lincoln South, 5865 Boboli Ln Lincoln, NE 68516

Call 402-423-1555 and mention Nebraska Health Care Association to receive the discounted room rate of $99 a night. 

Please make your reservations by January 30, 2024. The discounted room rate is not guaranteed for any reservations made after these dates.