Nursing Home Leaders' Perspectives on Quality Care During COVID-19 Transition
Author Information
Author(s): Behrens Liza, VanHaitsma Kimberly, Boltz Marie, Calo William, Van Scov Lauren, Kraschnewski Jennifer
Primary Institution: The Pennsylvania State University
Hypothesis
How do nursing home leaders perceive the challenges of delivering quality person-centered care during the transition from pandemic to endemic COVID-19?
Conclusion
Nursing home leaders face ongoing challenges in providing quality care due to vaccination enforcement issues, supply gaps, and managing residents' social preferences.
Supporting Evidence
- Nursing home leaders reported challenges in vaccination processes and staff uptake.
- Leaders identified gaps in resources necessary for delivering quality care.
- Participants expressed difficulties in managing residents' preferences for social activities.
Takeaway
Nursing home leaders are trying to keep residents happy and safe during COVID-19, but they have a lot of challenges like getting enough vaccines and supplies.
Methodology
Semi-structured interviews with nursing home leaders were conducted and analyzed using a constant comparative method.
Limitations
The study is limited to the perspectives of a small number of nursing home leaders and may not represent all views in the field.
Participant Demographics
Participants had an average of 18.2 years of experience in various leadership roles within nursing homes.
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