This session will focus on the process involved in addressing an immediate jeopardy finding, spanning from initial oral notification to the potential appeals process. Participants will gain insights into identifying pertinent timelines, overcoming obstacles in resolving immediate jeopardy situations, and evaluating best practices for effective resolution. The session will also cover current, applicable guidance and law related to immediate jeopardy findings, as well as common types of findings.

CEUs: RCFE (Management/Staff Supervision), NHAP/P, BRN

Speakers:

Jillian Somers Donovan - Partner, Hanson Bridgett LLP

Jillian's practice focuses on civil and regulatory litigation for health care industry clients and providers of long-term care services. Her representation includes skilled nursing facilities, hospitals, medical staffs, assisted living facilities, continuing care retirement communities, independent living communities, and intermediate care facilities for the developmentally disabled.

Johanna Williams - Associate, Hanson Bridgett LLP

Johanna is a health care attorney advising clients in matters involving enforcement actions against skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), residential care facilities for the elderly (RCFEs), certified nursing assistants, licensed vocational nurses, nursing home administrators, certified hemodialysis technicians, and home health aides. She has experience with defending skilled nursing facilities in citation litigation.