SDAHO Monthly Education: June 2026 Webinars
Governance 101: Getting the Fundamentals Right
June 2
12:00pm CST/11:00am MST
The most successful healthcare organizations are guided by strong, high-performing boards—and it all begins with mastering the fundamentals. In this essential session, Todd provides a practical roadmap to help both new and seasoned board members strengthen their understanding of core responsibilities. From the foundational duties of care, loyalty, and obedience to the true meaning of fiduciary responsibility, attendees will gain the knowledge and confidence needed to support effective, ethical governance. Whether you're looking to reinforce your board’s effectiveness or establish a strong foundation for future success, this session is your starting point.
Presenter: Todd Linden, FACHE, President, Linden Consulting
Getting Started with Implementation of IDDSI in Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing Facilities
June 4
10:30am CST/9:30am MST
IDDSI is the current standard of practice for dysphagia management, which is becoming a regulatory requirement during survey visits. During this session, we'll delve into the intricacies of its implementation, available training and resources, equipping you with the knowledge needed to effectively support your team. Discover valuable insights from sharing lessons learned and offer practical tips to conquer the common challenges faced in the dynamic world of dysphagia care.
Member exclusive
Registration closes June 2 at Noon CST
Presenter: Dr. Shellie M. Sonnentag, DNP, AGPCNP, CD, NHA, RAC-CTA, DNS-CT, WCC, QCP
Spirituality and Hospice Care in the Black Community
June 9
11:00am CST/10:00am MST
(90-minute session)
Studies show that Black Americans are less likely than White patients to receive hospice services. Join Marisette Hasan and Dr. Doneila McIntosh for an important conversation on how spiritual care can play a vital role in engaging and supporting Black patients and their families in hospice care. The program will explore how faith beliefs, while supportive, can pose barriers to earlier admission and use of hospice services. Speakers will also discuss how IDT members can incorporate culturally sensitive and spiritually responsive perspectives into their work to better support Black patients and families.
Member exclusive | HFA Webinar
Registration closes June 8 at Noon CT
Presenters: Marisette Hasan, RN, BSN & Doneila L. McIntosh, PhD, MDiv, LAMFT
Another Layer of Care: How End-of-Life Doulas Support Individuals, Families & Care Teams
(LifeCircle Webinar)
June 10
12:00pm CST/11:00am MST
This session offers an introduction to the growing field of end-of-life doula care and the meaningful role doulas play in supporting individuals and families through serious illness, dying, and grief. Grounded in training through the International End of Life Doula Association (INELDA) this presentation explores how doulas provide non-medical guidance, education, advocacy, and presence—helping people navigate difficult conversations, honor wishes, and feel supported through life’s final transition. Attendees will learn how end-of-life doulas can complement existing care teams to create a more compassionate, person-centered experience for patients and those who love them.
Presenter: Kelsie Thomas & Jayme Nelson
Patient Rights: Tackling South Dakota's #1 CMS Citation
June 11
12:00pm CST/11:00am MST
(90-minute session)
Patient Rights - Hospitals, critical access hospitals and rural emergency hospitals must comply with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Conditions of Participation. In 2025, non-compliance with Patient Rights was the #1 most frequently cited Condition Level in South Dakota and was the second most frequently cited Condition in 2024. Within that condition, most non-compliances arise from the regulations governing privacy issues, patient safety concerns, abuse, restraints and seclusion.
Presenter: Nancy Ruzicka B.S., RPh, MBA, MJ, CHC, Ruzicka Healthcare Consulting
*Certificate of attendance
Home Health Hot Topic: Home Health Medical Review Priorities
June 16
11:00am CST/10:00am MST
Escalation of medical review scrutiny in home health leaves agencies struggling to know where to focus in avoiding denials. This webinar will highlight the current top denials and specific documentation tweaks that if implemented will assist in avoiding denials if the chart is medically reviewed.
Presenters: Jennifer Osbrn, RN, HCS-D, COS-C
Member Exclusive
Registration closes June 15 at 12 pm CT
*Certificate of attendance
From Contract to Connection: Building Loyalty and Reducing Turnover Among Early-Career Physicians
June 17
12:00pm CST/11:00am MST
This session explores the key drivers of early-career physician loyalty and how organizations can close the retention gap through connection—not contracts. Drawing on national survey data and insights from hundreds of recruitment conversations, the session will highlight the most powerful loyalty drivers. Attendees will leave with actionable strategies to strengthen engagement before day one, embed mentorship and feedback into daily operations, and align organizational culture with what today’s physicians value most: purpose, trust, and connection.
Presenters: Tim Sheley, Executive Vice President, Business Development, Jackson Physician Search
Member exclusive
Registration closes 5/12/26 at Noon CST
*Certificate of attendance
Who Does What & How Do We Write It? - The Common Sense Approach to Developing an Interdisciplinary Care Plan
June 18
12:00pm CST/11:00am MST
"Care Plans." Are we supposed to have separate, individual-discipline plans for every resident; or are we required to have one comprehensive care plan for each resident? And which care model do we use medical or social; problem-based or needs-based? The debate goes on, the confusion grows, and professionals are now becoming so concerned over writing a care plan that they have no time to implement a realistic, workable care plan. This session outlines what CMS actually requires regarding care planning, how we should write the document, who should be involved in the process and how we can simplify the development of a plan, making it both interdisciplinary and realistic.
Presenter: Cat Selman, President, The Selman Company
Environmental Hygiene Mythbusters
June 25
12:00pm CST/11:00am MST
This session explores real-world insights from hundreds of recent daily and discharge room cleaning observations conducted in patient care areas. Attendees will gain a balanced understanding of key successes and ongoing challenges in environmental hygiene practices. The session will also examine the evolution of peer-reviewed literature related to cleaning compliance in both occupied patient rooms and discharge settings, highlighting emerging trends and evidence-based practices. In addition, participants will deepen their understanding of how various cleaning activities are performed, including their impact on high-touch surface disinfection, the potential for cross-contamination, and overall pathogen transmission risk.
Presenter: Vydia Nankoosingh, MLT,CIC
From Surviving to Thriving: Strategies to Eliminate Toxic Workplaces
June 30
12:00pm CST/11:00am MST
Participants learn realistic strategies for speaking up respectfully, setting clear boundaries, and supporting coworkers during stressful moments. They also gain tools to protect their own well-being when workload, transitions of care, and constant change make teamwork harder. Everyone leaves with simple, actionable skills they can use immediately to create safer, steadier, and more respectful interactions—ultimately improving teamwork, communication, and patient care.
Presenters: Jill Weisensel, CEO, Atlas Training and Consulting