South Dakota
Growing, Developing and Sustaining the Community Health Worker (CHW) Workforce
This Webinar offered an inside look into developing Community Health Worker (CHW) workforce in South Dakota. An update was also shared for North Dakota, including current CHW programs and available resources. Access the Webinar Recording Access the Presentation March 28, 2023 | 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. CT Objectives: As a result of attending today's training, […]
Friday Focus 4 Health March Series: Strategies for Opioid Misuse
The Friday Focus 4 Health March Series begins on March 10, 2023 Strategies for Opioid Misuse | 12:00 - 12:30 pm CT Register Today Our Friday Focus 4 Health Series is intended to jump start or augment your current quality improvement efforts. Participants will connect across the Dakotas for a diverse and collaborative learning experience designed […]
Friday Focus 4 Health March Series: Clostridium Difficile Infection (CDI)
The Friday Focus 4 Health March Series begins on March 10, 2023 Clostridium Difficile Infection (CDI) | 12:30 - 1:00 p.m. CT Register Today Our Friday Focus 4 Health Series is intended to jump start or augment your current quality improvement efforts. Participants will connect across the Dakotas for a diverse and collaborative learning experience […]
GPQIN Webinar – Diagnosis and Assessment of Urinary Tract Infections | July 25, 2023
Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) have emerged as a significant healthcare concern, causing discomfort, disrupting daily life, and posing potential complications, necessitating a deeper understanding of why they have become a pressing problem. This informative session covered the different types of UTIs. Perry provided knowledge on risk factors, symptoms and the criteria for diagnosis. Interpretation of […]
Friday Focus 4 Health: July Series I Multi-Visit Patients (MVPs) – Reducing Preventable ED Visits
The Friday Focus 4 Health July Series begins on July 7, 2023 Multi-Visit Patient (MVP) - Reducing Preventable ED Visits | 12:15 – 12:45 pm CT Our Friday Focus 4 Health Series is intended to jump start or augment your current quality improvement efforts. Participants will connect across the Dakotas for a diverse and collaborative […]
GPQIN Webinar – Care Approaches for the Person with Dementia | August 8, 2023- 3:00 – 4:00 PM CT
There are an estimated 6.7 million Americans with Alzheimer’s dementia in 2023, and the incidence is expected to increase as the number of 65 and older surges. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 75% of people with Alzheimer’s disease will be admitted to the nursing home by age 80. There is much we do not understand […]
Great Plains QIN LAN Event: Isolation and Loneliness I November 14, 2023
The need for solutions to social isolation and loneliness has never been greater. Solutions consist of developing communities and teams that are cognizant of such solutions nurture a social construct of personal empowerment. An organization that values social connectedness, inclusion and a growth mindset will allow their community and staff to thrive in skills of […]
South Dakota Great Plains Quality Care Coalition (GPQCC) Quarterly Meeting
The goal for these meetings will be to focus on needs within South Dakota and how we can work together to improve and implement best practices. Next Meeting: May 16, 2023 | 1:00 - 2:00 pm CT During the May 16 meeting, Jess Danko, MS, RRT, LTC-CIP, will discuss pneumonia and oral health; focused on […]
November Focus 4 Health Series | TeamSTEPPS® – Improving Communication and Teamwork Skills
Join our November Focus 4 Health Series: TeamSTEPPS. During this Series, we will discuss TeamSTEPPS, an evidenced-based set of teamwork tools that are aimed at optimizing patient outcomes by improving communication and teamwork skills among healthcare teams, including patients and family caregivers. Objectives: Examine the benefits and tools of the AHRQ TeamSTEPPS program Apply TeamSTEPPS […]
Great Plains QIN Webinar: Building Bridges and Enhancing Care Together: Leveraging Partnerships for Improved Services to Native American Patients | January 23, 2024
This presentation explored the unique aspects of healthcare delivery for patients receiving care through Indian Health Service and Tribal Healthcare organizations, including federal policy, referral mechanisms and reimbursement structures as well as legal and regulatory considerations. We will examine the potential for partnerships between private sector and Indian Health Service/Tribal Healthcare organizations and discuss how […]