LPN Conducts accurate assessment and documentation of head-to-toe skin assessment and pressure ulcer risk (Braden Scale) on admission, daily, and if condition deteriorates (or according to facility policy) Documents care plan tied to identified risk Sensory perception Moisture Activity Mobility Nutrition Friction/Shear Performs care for risk as needed Informs RN of any skin issues CNA Checks skin each time person is turned or cleaned or bed is changed Reports any skin issues to nurse Turns/repositions patient as ordered Offers liquids each time in room Keeps skin clean and reapplies protective skin barrier Applies products (lotion, cream, skin sealant, etc.) as needed Hospitalist Reviews needs for specific types of rehabilitation therapy Writes orders for specific interventions Other staff, such as Act as resource for unit staff dietitian, physical Educate family if problem is identified therapist, pharmacist, Modify treatment as needed assigned to specific Provide specialized care for patients unit 4C: Assessing Staff Education and Training Background: The purpose of this tool is to assess current staff education practices and to facilitate the integration of new knowledge on pressure ulcer prevention into existing or new practices. Reference: Adapted from Facility Assessment Checklist developed by Quality Partners of Rhode Island. Available in the Nursing Home section of the MedQIC Web site: . Instructions: Complete the form by checking the response that best describes your facility. Identify areas for improvement and develop educational programs where they are missing. Use: Facility Assessment Date: A. Does your facility have initial and ongoing education on pressure ulcer prevention and management for both nursing and nonnursing staff?
LPN Conducts accurate assessment and documentation of head-to-toe skin assessment and pressure ulcer risk (Braden Scale) on admission, daily, and if condition deteriorates (or according to facility policy) Documents care plan tied to identified risk Sensory perception Moisture Activity Mobility Nutrition Friction/Shear Performs care for risk as needed Informs RN of any skin issues CNA Checks skin each time person is turned or cleaned or bed is changed Reports any skin issues to nurse Turns/repositions patient as ordered Offers liquids each time in room Keeps skin clean and reapplies protective skin barrier Applies products (lotion, cream, skin sealant, etc.) as needed Hospitalist Reviews needs for specific types of rehabilitation therapy Writes orders for specific interventions Other staff, such as dietitian, physical therapist, pharmacist, assigned to specific unit Act as resource for unit staff Educate family if problem is identified Modify treatment as needed Provide specialized care for patients 4C: Assessing Staff Education and Training Background: The purpose of this tool is to assess current staff education practices and to facilitate the integration of new knowledge on pressure ulcer prevention into existing or new practices. Reference: Adapted from Facility Assessment Checklist developed by Quality Partners of Rhode Island. Available in the Nursing Home section of the MedQIC Web site: . Instructions: Complete the form by checking the response that best describes your facility. Use: Identify areas for improvement and develop educational programs where they are missing. Facility Assessment Date: A. Does your facility have initial and ongoing education on pressure ulcer prevention and management for both nursing and nonnursing staff?
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