QAPI Foundations Workshop

Description:

The Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) quality management program is to ensure continuous evaluation of facility systems intended to confirm that organizations use a comprehensive approach which takes a systematic, interdisciplinary, and data-driven approach that addresses all the care and unique services a facility provides to maintain and improve safety and quality¹.

The QAPI Foundations Workshop is designed specifically for long-term care providers seeking to build a strong foundation for quality improvement within their organizations. Through five engaging bite-sized modules, this workshop will guide participants through the essential components of the QAPI program, emphasizing how a data-driven approach can lead to improved care outcomes and operational efficiency. Attendees will learn how to define and align team roles for effective collaboration, ensuring that all staff members contribute to actionable improvements in resident care. The workshop also focuses on the practical application of quality improvement tools and resources, equipping participants with the skills to strengthen systems and foster continuous enhancement. By the end of the workshop, long-term care providers will be empowered with the knowledge and strategies needed to implement and sustain a robust QAPI program, ultimately enhancing the quality of care and services they deliver to residents.

Objectives:

• Identify the key components of the QAPI program
• Articulate the importance of data in driving QAPI success
• Clarify team roles and responsibilities in the QAPI process for collaborative, actionable improvement
• Apply quality improvement tools and resources to strengthen systems and enhance outcomes

1. CMS Appendix PP §483.75 Intent and Guidance Summary

Pricing:

Member Facility:     $275 per facility
IHCQP Member Facility:     $250 per facility
Non-Member Facility:     $825 per facility

If you are a standalone Assisted Living facility and are interested in this program, please reach out to info@iowahealthcare.org for pricing information.

• Contact:
  Hannah Freund