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1 33 Elk Street, Suite 300 Albany, New York Fax: The Foundation for Quality Care, the research and education affiliate of the New York State Health Facilities Association (NYSHFA) and the New York State Center for Assisted Living (NYSCAL), is pleased to announce the newly designed Assisted Living Leadership Program for LPNs and RNs working in Nassau and Suffolk counties. This program is funded by a grant from the New York State Dept. of Health and Dept. of Labor Health Workforce Retraining Initiative. A brochure and program information sheet are enclosed, outlining the course content, eligibility criteria, dates, times and location. Along with this information is a participant application form, which must be completed and returned with the required supporting documentation prior to Friday, March 6, This newly designed Assisted Living Leadership program can accommodate 12 nurses. Given our past experience, we expect the number of applications will far exceed the number of available openings. We encourage applicants to apply early. The selection criteria will be based on: education, experience, applicant s letter of interest describing how this program will enhance professional development and a letter of support from the sponsoring facility Administrator, noting the applicant will be able to attend all sessions. The timeliness and completeness of the submitted application and the number of applicants from a single facility will also be considered. More than one applicant from a facility may apply. If more than one applicant applies from a facility, the Administrator should prioritize applicants for possible selection. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Vera Frey by phone at , Ext. 21 or by at vfrey@thefqc.org. Sincerely, New Assisted Living Leadership Program Designed for LPNS AND RNS IN ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITIES Richard S. Patterson, Jr. Executive Director Foundation for Quality Care, Inc. Shelley Wagar Sabo Executive Director New York State Center for Assisted Living Copy: Encl: Administrator Director of Nursing/Resident Services/Case Manager Brochure Information Sheet Participant Application Application Deadline FRIDAY, MARCH 6, 2015 An Affiliate of the New York State Health Facilities Association (NYSHFA)

2 APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, March 6, 2015 a n af fi li ate of location Somerset Gardens Senior Living 150 Sunnyside Blvd. Plainview, NY dates & times Session 1 Wednesday, April 22, 2015 Session 2 Wednesday, April 29, 2015 Session 3 Wednesday, May 6, 2015 Session 4 Wednesday, May 13, 2015 Additional brochures and applications can be downloaded at: program faculty Loretta J. Kaes, RN B-C, C-AL, LNHA, CALA Director of Quality Improvement and Clinical Services Health Care Association of New Jersey Loretta holds an RN and a BSN, as well as a Gerontological Nurse Certification and is a licensed nursing home administrator and Certified Assisted Living Administrator. Pat Banta, RN, MA, CDP, CALA Regional Director of Health Services, Chelsea Senior Living Pat holds an MA and a BSN and has over 40 years of experience in many aspects of resident care. In addition to Pat being a RN in NJ and NY, she is also a certified Dementia Practitioner and a Certified Assisted Living Nurse. Brenda Scovello Pinckney, RN, BS, CALA Administrator, Kingsway Manor Assisted Living, Schenectady, NY Brenda has been in the health care profession for over 35 years and has been at Kingsway Manor Assisted Living for 15 years. She holds a Nursing degree and a Public Administration degree from The Sage Colleges and is a Certified Assisted Living Administrator. Shelley Wagar Sabo, MS Executive Director, New York State Center for Assisted Living Shelley holds a Master s degree in Management for Organizational Effectiveness and has more than 30 years in long term care and assisted living, including operations, quality improvement and workforce development. new Assisted Living Leadership Program This program is offered for all LPNs and RNS (new and experienced) in Assisted Living Facilities in Nassau and Suffolk counties. 24 NAB CEUs applied for AL FQC Point of Contact: Vera Frey, Program Assistant , ext. 21 vfrey@thefqc.org Funded by The New York State Department of Health and Department of Labor Health Workforce Retraining Initiative P r es e nt e d b y th e : a n af fi li at e of N YS H FA / NYSC A L

3 program overview This newly designed four-day course serves the nurse leader in the assisted living community to enhance the quality of care and life for both the residents and the staff. Research has demonstrated that communities with successful nurse leaders, who manage daily operations and staff with critical leadership skills such as effective communication, conflict management and resolution, coaching and mentoring skills, have both highly satisfied residents and staff and lower employee turnover. Assisted living nurse leaders serve as the critical link that connect the staff, residents, family members and community resources to consistently provide quality care to the residents they serve. This program combines multiple teaching methods including classroom lecture, interactive discussion and small group exercises. It is the expectation that if selected, the applicant will attend all four, full-day sessions. course outline Session 1 Leadership Skills Identify and define leadership skills. Demonstrate communication skills for effective leadership. overall program objectives Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to: Identify leadership skills and qualities of effective leadership for nurses in assisted living; Understand the impact of individual leadership styles on staff and residents; Identify characteristics of person-centered care and its impact on regulatory compliance and documentation; Comprehend effective communication skills and application in supervision/management; Understand the causes, stages, and resolution of conflict; Identify and demonstrate problem solving and conflict resolution techniques; Learn to integrate coaching and mentoring skills into daily management; and, Understand the value of customer satisfaction and strategies to support employees. Session 2 Regulations Review of Nurse Practice Act & Nurse Delegation. Review of regulatory compliance programs. Session 3 Coaching Demonstrate use of problem-solving process and coaching skills. Session 4 Conflict Resolution & Stress Management Demonstrate techniques to resolve conflicts in the workplace. Apply stress management techniques in personal lives. program fees This program is offered at no cost. The Foundation for Quality Care, Inc. has received grant funding for this program from the New York State Department of Health and Department of Labor Health Workforce Retraining Initiative. Travel and lodging expenses will be the responsibility of the applicant or the applicant s employer. who should attend The program is designed for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Registered Nurses (RNs), new and experienced. Attendees are required to attend all four, full-day class sessions. Program Requirement: Must be currently employed in an assisted living community in Nassau or Suffolk counties.

4 Foundation for Quality Care, Inc. LONG TERM CARE LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE 2015 ASSISTED LIVING LEADERSHIP PROGRAM PROGRAM INFORMATION SHEET Program Location: Somerset Gardens Senior Living 150 Sunnyside Blvd. Plainview, NY Phone: Program Dates & Times: Session 1: Wednesday, April 22, 2015 Session 2: Wednesday, April 29, 2015 Session 3: Wednesday, May 6, 2015 Session 4: Wednesday, May 13, 2015 (Includes commencement ceremony) Attendance: Attire: Meals: Travel / Accommodations: Participants are expected to attend all sessions. Business casual. Lunch and refreshments will be provided. If needed, participant s responsibility. Questions: Contact: Vera Frey, Program Assistant Phone: , Ext 21 vfrey@thefqc.org Fax: APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, March 6, 2015 This program is funded through an educational grant received from the NYS Department of Health and NYS Department of Labor Health Workforce Retraining Initiative.

5 LONG TERM CARE LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE 2015 ASSISTED LIVING LEADERSHIP PROGRAM APPLICATION APPLICANT NAME: APPLICANT TITLE: ORGANIZATION NAME: ORGANIZATION S TELEPHONE NUMBER: ORGANIZATION S STREET ADDRESS: CITY: STATE: ZIP CODE: APPLICANT S HOME ADDRESS: CITY: STATE: ZIP CODE: CELL PHONE #: ADDRESS (REQUIRED): HOME PHONE #: ADMINISTRATOR S NAME: ADMINISTRATOR S ADDRESS: SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS: SPECIAL DIETARY NEEDS: KOSHER NYS RN OR LPN LICENSE NUMBER & EXPIRATION DATE: (REQUIRED): The following additional information must accompany your Application: Letter of Interest describing your experience, level of education, and how the program will assist you with professional development. Letter of Support from the sponsoring facility s Administrator (including statement of commitment to attend all four sessions). Applicant must be working in Nassau or Suffolk Counties. Application Deadline FRIDAY, March 6, 2015 Please / Fax / Mail Completed Application and additional documentation to: Vera Frey, Program Assistant Foundation for Quality Care, Inc. 33 Elk Street, Suite 300, Albany, NY Phone: ext. 21 vfrey@thefqc.org FAX: