Pediatric Sessions

This session will kick off with TAHC&H's Executive Director, Rachel Hammon and Board President, Kristen Robison welcoming attendees with an  association and industry update. We will then be entertained and motivated by the hilarious, Buzz Sutherland.  The 16-time Comedian of the Year believes that when it comes to success in your personal or professional life… IT’S ALL ABOUT FAMILY! Buzz will take you on a hysterical journey into how we can all improve our day-to-day experiences.

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The aging demographics of the workforce coupled with realignment of individual priorities brought about by the pandemic have led many to label 2022 the “Great Resignation” or the “Great Reshuffle." As a result of this human capital conundrum, it has become evident that knowledge transfer, retention, and upskilling should be top of mind while managing this multigenerational workforce representing four and five cohorts. Using technology to boost productivity and efficiency is an effective way to scale organizations, however there are myths surrounding various cohorts’ application and competency which may challenge the culture of an organization. Join in as we explore various myths surrounding the generations and learn practical tips for improving your organization by embracing the diversity of a multigenerational team.

Have you had questions about paying parents as caregivers? Join speakers, Lisa Malone and Brian Nelson from AXXESS in exploring the potential benefits and challenges of states paying parents as caregivers for their medically fragile children and walk away with valuable information for the benefit of your agency.

Value-Era changes mandated by the Impact Act have prompted an operational upheaval for HH Providers seeking success under PDGM. Without rewiring for clinical acuity rather than volume as the primary driver of Home Health, traditional agency operations often fail to achieve efficient, best practice care programs. This progressive presentation addresses Value-Based operations for the Impact Act era, focusing on specific operational metrics for success. Initially addressing Medicare episodes based on PDGM reforms, this session will also address how insight into operational metrics can guide programing for all payors. Start cleaning out your Home Health closet today and update operations with Value-Based management metrics for success.

This session will cover the basic requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act for paying minimum wage and overtime, as well as exemptions from those laws, as well as recordkeeping, legal issues for wage deductions, best practices for drafting enforceable wage agreements, paying employees on time, and minimizing the risk of wage claims. The speaker will also discuss advanced wage and hour law topics, including minimum wage for the final pay period, how to deal with non-return of company property, the most common pitfalls under the FLSA, and how to handle final pay legally. Finally, the session will address what to do when an audit or wage claim investigation happens, how to appeal adverse rulings, how wage judgments can be enforced by legal authorities, and how to deal with upper management about the importance of following good advice for compliance with the laws. 

Become reacquainted with the Texas Nursing Practice Act, Texas BON rules and Position Statements.  Every nurse is responsible to know the Texas BON rules that apply to nursing practice. Also covered are ethical principles and professional boundaries.  Lisa Selman-Holman will take rules that every Texas nurse needs to know and practically apply those to home care.  This course will provide the 2 contact hours of continuing education on jurisprudence and ethics that is required for all Texas nurses