Continuing Education Sessions

Session 23 | Don’t Skip a Beat: Retuning Dining Protocols During the Year of COVID-19

Day: Monday, July 26
Time: 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Type/Topic: Operations/Quality Improvement
Level: Basic

Session Summary

Keeping your residents safe is more important than ever. If you’re not certain your infection control dining plan is in harmony with current needs, tune in for some important new protocols for safe meal and snack delivery that meet state and federal regulations. Included are creative ways to enhance the dining experience when the dining room cannot be opened as well as suggestions for combating negative outcomes including nutrition, hydration and quality of life.

Presenters

Maria DeNicola

Consultant and Business Solutions Specialist | Gordon Food Service

About the Presenter

Maria DeNicola, MS, RD/LDN is a Registered and Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist and holds an MS in Health Care Administration. She has over 30+ years of experience as a Director of Food and Nutrition Services departments in acute care and senior living in Florida and New York. As a Consultant and Business Solutions Specialist for Gordon Food Service she assists customers to achieve best practice, conduct operational reviews, cost analysis, food waste audits and trains on various topics. Active with Florida Health Care Association (FHCA) on various committees, including 5 years as a member of the FHCA Emergency Preparedness Committee.

Gail Douglas

Registered Dietitian | BSN Solutions

About the Presenter

Gail Douglas, MS. RD/LD/N has a vast 30+ year background in long term care, having worked within skilled nursing and rehab centers in clinical and management capacities. She holds a Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration as well as a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Nutrition. Gail is the Registered Dietitian for BSN Solutions and continues to work with long term care communities, supporting food and nutrition services.