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Complete Nursing Checklist Bundle
Every paid Nurse Excellence Academy nursing checklist, shift report sheet, huddle template, and audit tool in one download.
View detailsNursing Checklists Bundle (4 checklists)
All four Nurse Excellence Academy nursing checklists in one download: Day Shift Nurse Duties, Evening/Night Shift Nurse Duties, Staff Nurse Daily Survey Reminder, and the Code Blue Event Documentation Template.
View detailsSKINN Job Aids & Templates
Printable SKINN bundle companion: six bedside job aids (shift card, Braden-to-intervention map, surface & offloading checklist, turn schedule card, incontinence & nutrition routine, F686 documentation phrases) plus four unit templates — turn log, weekly skin round log, all-or-nothing bundle audit, and new skin finding escalation record.
View detailsInfection Prevention Audit Tool
Weekly IPCP audit with hand hygiene, PPE, isolation, and surveillance scoring aligned to F880.
View detailsLTC Survey Readiness Checklist
Mock-survey ready checklist covering F-tag hot spots, environment rounds, and staff interview prep.
View detailsNursing Checklists
12 resources
LTC Survey Readiness Checklist
Mock-survey ready checklist covering F-tag hot spots, environment rounds, and staff interview prep.
View detailsWound Nurse Checklist
Weekly wound nurse rounding checklist for measurements, treatment verification, and documentation follow-up.
View detailsAdmission Documentation Checklist
Task-by-task admission tracker covering MDS triggers, care plan, med recon, and 24-hour requirements.
View detailsDay Shift Nurse Duties Checklist
A printable 7:00 AM–7:00 PM shift duties checklist covering start of shift, resident care and documentation, physician and family communication, infection control, CNA oversight, and end of shift sign-off.
View detailsEvening/Night Shift Nurse Duties Checklist
A printable 7:00 PM–7:00 AM shift duties checklist covering start of shift, resident care and documentation, medication and pharmacy, unit safety, CNA oversight, weekly tasks, and end of shift census duties.
View detailsStaff Nurse Daily Survey Reminder Checklist
A daily survey-readiness reminder checklist for staff nurses covering infection control adherence, medication administration compliance, resident care and safety, documentation, resident rights, surveyor interaction readiness, and end of shift.
View detailsNursing Checklists Bundle (4 checklists)
All four Nurse Excellence Academy nursing checklists in one download: Day Shift Nurse Duties, Evening/Night Shift Nurse Duties, Staff Nurse Daily Survey Reminder, and the Code Blue Event Documentation Template.
View detailsNurse Manager Admission Checklist
Manager-level admission validation checklist covering code status, diet, allergies, assessments, immunizations, medication reconciliation, consults, equipment, and batch entries.
View detailsCNA Daily Checklist
Shift-long daily care checklist for certified nursing assistants, from report and initial rounds through personal care, mobility, nutrition, documentation, and end-of-shift handoff.
View detailsCNA Survey Prep Printable Checklist
Printable CNA survey preparation guide with twelve sections, twenty mock surveyor questions, and a partner mock-interview practice activity.
View detailsLead CNA Daily Checklist
Daily checklist for lead CNAs covering assignments and coverage, CNA-to-CNA report observation, rounding for resident care and infection control, mid-shift checks, documentation, and end of shift.
View detailsComplete Nursing Checklist Bundle
Every paid Nurse Excellence Academy nursing checklist, shift report sheet, huddle template, and audit tool in one download.
View detailsCNA Resources
5 resources
CNA Daily Checklist
Shift-long daily care checklist for certified nursing assistants, from report and initial rounds through personal care, mobility, nutrition, documentation, and end-of-shift handoff.
View detailsCNA Survey Prep Printable Checklist
Printable CNA survey preparation guide with twelve sections, twenty mock surveyor questions, and a partner mock-interview practice activity.
View detailsCNA Shift Report Sheet
Room-by-room CNA report sheet with shorthand keys for mobility, bowel and bladder, falls, skin, behaviors, meal intake, and change in condition.
View detailsLead CNA Daily Checklist
Daily checklist for lead CNAs covering assignments and coverage, CNA-to-CNA report observation, rounding for resident care and infection control, mid-shift checks, documentation, and end of shift.
View detailsNurse Aide Survey Preparedness Guide
Nurse aide focused survey preparedness guide covering daily care, infection control, skin care, fall prevention, resident rights, abuse prevention, documentation, dining, dementia care, environment, and common surveyor questions.
View detailsLeadership Tools
7 resources
Nursing Checklists Bundle (4 checklists)
All four Nurse Excellence Academy nursing checklists in one download: Day Shift Nurse Duties, Evening/Night Shift Nurse Duties, Staff Nurse Daily Survey Reminder, and the Code Blue Event Documentation Template.
View detailsDaily Unit Huddle Template
A one-page 5-10 minute daily huddle template covering census, staffing, high-risk residents, safety alerts, clinical updates, appointments, reminders, and recognition.
View detailsNursing Unit Lunch Assignment Template
Staggered 30-minute lunch assignment template that keeps nurse and CNA coverage on the unit across first, second, and third shift.
View detailsNurse Manager Admission Checklist
Manager-level admission validation checklist covering code status, diet, allergies, assessments, immunizations, medication reconciliation, consults, equipment, and batch entries.
View detailsCNA Shift Report Sheet
Room-by-room CNA report sheet with shorthand keys for mobility, bowel and bladder, falls, skin, behaviors, meal intake, and change in condition.
View detailsLead CNA Daily Checklist
Daily checklist for lead CNAs covering assignments and coverage, CNA-to-CNA report observation, rounding for resident care and infection control, mid-shift checks, documentation, and end of shift.
View detailsComplete Nursing Checklist Bundle
Every paid Nurse Excellence Academy nursing checklist, shift report sheet, huddle template, and audit tool in one download.
View detailsSurvey Readiness
8 resources
LTC Survey Readiness Checklist
Mock-survey ready checklist covering F-tag hot spots, environment rounds, and staff interview prep.
View detailsDay Shift Nurse Duties Checklist
A printable 7:00 AM–7:00 PM shift duties checklist covering start of shift, resident care and documentation, physician and family communication, infection control, CNA oversight, and end of shift sign-off.
View detailsEvening/Night Shift Nurse Duties Checklist
A printable 7:00 PM–7:00 AM shift duties checklist covering start of shift, resident care and documentation, medication and pharmacy, unit safety, CNA oversight, weekly tasks, and end of shift census duties.
View detailsStaff Nurse Daily Survey Reminder Checklist
A daily survey-readiness reminder checklist for staff nurses covering infection control adherence, medication administration compliance, resident care and safety, documentation, resident rights, surveyor interaction readiness, and end of shift.
View detailsNursing Checklists Bundle (4 checklists)
All four Nurse Excellence Academy nursing checklists in one download: Day Shift Nurse Duties, Evening/Night Shift Nurse Duties, Staff Nurse Daily Survey Reminder, and the Code Blue Event Documentation Template.
View detailsCNA Survey Prep Printable Checklist
Printable CNA survey preparation guide with twelve sections, twenty mock surveyor questions, and a partner mock-interview practice activity.
View detailsNurse Aide Survey Preparedness Guide
Nurse aide focused survey preparedness guide covering daily care, infection control, skin care, fall prevention, resident rights, abuse prevention, documentation, dining, dementia care, environment, and common surveyor questions.
View detailsComplete Nursing Checklist Bundle
Every paid Nurse Excellence Academy nursing checklist, shift report sheet, huddle template, and audit tool in one download.
View detailsInfection Prevention
11 resources
Infection Prevention Audit Tool
Weekly IPCP audit with hand hygiene, PPE, isolation, and surveillance scoring aligned to F880.
View detailsInfection Prevention & Antibiotic Stewardship — Course Outline
Full facilitator outline for a 4-hour LTC training: objectives, modules, tabletop scenarios, and competency check.
View detailsHAI Prevention Participant Workbook
Eight-page branded workbook for the Preventing Healthcare-Associated Infections CE course: learning objectives, the WHO 5 Moments, an aseptic dressing-change algorithm, a 20-observation hand hygiene audit worksheet, PICOT and evidence appraisal templates, and a sustainability plan builder.
View detailsHAI Prevention Pocket Guide Cards
Badge-sized quick-reference cards for the bedside: WHO 5 Moments, hand rub vs. soap and water agent selection, sterile field rules, the aseptic dressing sequence, patient-zone disinfection and contact times, and audit basics.
View detailsDay Shift Nurse Duties Checklist
A printable 7:00 AM–7:00 PM shift duties checklist covering start of shift, resident care and documentation, physician and family communication, infection control, CNA oversight, and end of shift sign-off.
View detailsEvening/Night Shift Nurse Duties Checklist
A printable 7:00 PM–7:00 AM shift duties checklist covering start of shift, resident care and documentation, medication and pharmacy, unit safety, CNA oversight, weekly tasks, and end of shift census duties.
View detailsStaff Nurse Daily Survey Reminder Checklist
A daily survey-readiness reminder checklist for staff nurses covering infection control adherence, medication administration compliance, resident care and safety, documentation, resident rights, surveyor interaction readiness, and end of shift.
View detailsNursing Checklists Bundle (4 checklists)
All four Nurse Excellence Academy nursing checklists in one download: Day Shift Nurse Duties, Evening/Night Shift Nurse Duties, Staff Nurse Daily Survey Reminder, and the Code Blue Event Documentation Template.
View detailsLead CNA Daily Checklist
Daily checklist for lead CNAs covering assignments and coverage, CNA-to-CNA report observation, rounding for resident care and infection control, mid-shift checks, documentation, and end of shift.
View detailsHand Hygiene Audit Tool
Observation-based hand hygiene audit tool with a ten-observation grid, WHO 5 Moments reference, and compliance rate summary.
View detailsComplete Nursing Checklist Bundle
Every paid Nurse Excellence Academy nursing checklist, shift report sheet, huddle template, and audit tool in one download.
View detailsWound Care
8 resources
Wound Care Basics
In-service reference covering wound types, staging, cleansing, and dressing selection for LTC nursing staff.
View detailsWound Nurse Checklist
Weekly wound nurse rounding checklist for measurements, treatment verification, and documentation follow-up.
View detailsSKINN Job Aids & Templates
Printable SKINN bundle companion: six bedside job aids (shift card, Braden-to-intervention map, surface & offloading checklist, turn schedule card, incontinence & nutrition routine, F686 documentation phrases) plus four unit templates — turn log, weekly skin round log, all-or-nothing bundle audit, and new skin finding escalation record.
View detailsSkin Rounding Sheet
Unit skin rounding form to record head-to-toe skin checks, new findings, and follow-up actions.
View detailsTurning & Positioning Guidelines
Repositioning schedules, 30-degree lateral positioning, and heel offloading guidance.
View detailsSeat Cushion & Support Surface Guidelines
Selection guidance for seat cushions and pressure-redistribution support surfaces.
View detailsBraden Scale Risk Assessment
Printable Braden scoring worksheet with risk-level interventions. Supports — does not replace — clinical judgment.
View detailsPressure Injury Prevention Tracker
Care-bundle tracker for repositioning, skin checks, nutrition, and support surfaces across each shift.
View detailsQAPI & Quality
4 resources
LTC Survey Readiness Checklist
Mock-survey ready checklist covering F-tag hot spots, environment rounds, and staff interview prep.
View detailsInfection Prevention Audit Tool
Weekly IPCP audit with hand hygiene, PPE, isolation, and surveillance scoring aligned to F880.
View detailsHAI Prevention Participant Workbook
Eight-page branded workbook for the Preventing Healthcare-Associated Infections CE course: learning objectives, the WHO 5 Moments, an aseptic dressing-change algorithm, a 20-observation hand hygiene audit worksheet, PICOT and evidence appraisal templates, and a sustainability plan builder.
View detailsHand Hygiene Audit Tool
Observation-based hand hygiene audit tool with a ten-observation grid, WHO 5 Moments reference, and compliance rate summary.
View detailsStaff Development
7 resources
Wound Care Basics
In-service reference covering wound types, staging, cleansing, and dressing selection for LTC nursing staff.
View detailsTurning & Positioning Guidelines
Repositioning schedules, 30-degree lateral positioning, and heel offloading guidance.
View detailsInfection Prevention & Antibiotic Stewardship — Course Outline
Full facilitator outline for a 4-hour LTC training: objectives, modules, tabletop scenarios, and competency check.
View detailsHAI Prevention Participant Workbook
Eight-page branded workbook for the Preventing Healthcare-Associated Infections CE course: learning objectives, the WHO 5 Moments, an aseptic dressing-change algorithm, a 20-observation hand hygiene audit worksheet, PICOT and evidence appraisal templates, and a sustainability plan builder.
View detailsHAI Prevention Pocket Guide Cards
Badge-sized quick-reference cards for the bedside: WHO 5 Moments, hand rub vs. soap and water agent selection, sterile field rules, the aseptic dressing sequence, patient-zone disinfection and contact times, and audit basics.
View detailsCNA Survey Prep Printable Checklist
Printable CNA survey preparation guide with twelve sections, twenty mock surveyor questions, and a partner mock-interview practice activity.
View detailsNurse Aide Survey Preparedness Guide
Nurse aide focused survey preparedness guide covering daily care, infection control, skin care, fall prevention, resident rights, abuse prevention, documentation, dining, dementia care, environment, and common surveyor questions.
View detailsTemplates & Forms
7 resources
SKINN Job Aids & Templates
Printable SKINN bundle companion: six bedside job aids (shift card, Braden-to-intervention map, surface & offloading checklist, turn schedule card, incontinence & nutrition routine, F686 documentation phrases) plus four unit templates — turn log, weekly skin round log, all-or-nothing bundle audit, and new skin finding escalation record.
View detailsSkin Rounding Sheet
Unit skin rounding form to record head-to-toe skin checks, new findings, and follow-up actions.
View detailsCode Blue Event Documentation Template
A timed code blue event documentation template with a completed example, capturing assessment, code status verification, CPR, AED, EMS arrival, notifications, and last room check.
View detailsPost-Fall Huddle & Immediate Cause Analysis Template
Printable post-fall huddle and immediate cause analysis form to be completed by the licensed nurse immediately following a resident fall.
View detailsDaily Unit Huddle Template
A one-page 5-10 minute daily huddle template covering census, staffing, high-risk residents, safety alerts, clinical updates, appointments, reminders, and recognition.
View detailsNursing Unit Lunch Assignment Template
Staggered 30-minute lunch assignment template that keeps nurse and CNA coverage on the unit across first, second, and third shift.
View detailsCNA Shift Report Sheet
Room-by-room CNA report sheet with shorthand keys for mobility, bowel and bladder, falls, skin, behaviors, meal intake, and change in condition.
View detailsFree Resources
9 resources
Wound Care Basics
In-service reference covering wound types, staging, cleansing, and dressing selection for LTC nursing staff.
View detailsWound Nurse Checklist
Weekly wound nurse rounding checklist for measurements, treatment verification, and documentation follow-up.
View detailsSkin Rounding Sheet
Unit skin rounding form to record head-to-toe skin checks, new findings, and follow-up actions.
View detailsTurning & Positioning Guidelines
Repositioning schedules, 30-degree lateral positioning, and heel offloading guidance.
View detailsSeat Cushion & Support Surface Guidelines
Selection guidance for seat cushions and pressure-redistribution support surfaces.
View detailsBraden Scale Risk Assessment
Printable Braden scoring worksheet with risk-level interventions. Supports — does not replace — clinical judgment.
View detailsAdmission Documentation Checklist
Task-by-task admission tracker covering MDS triggers, care plan, med recon, and 24-hour requirements.
View detailsPressure Injury Prevention Tracker
Care-bundle tracker for repositioning, skin checks, nutrition, and support surfaces across each shift.
View detailsDaily Unit Huddle Template
A one-page 5-10 minute daily huddle template covering census, staffing, high-risk residents, safety alerts, clinical updates, appointments, reminders, and recognition.
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LTC Survey Readiness Checklist
Mock-survey ready checklist covering F-tag hot spots, environment rounds, and staff interview prep.
View detailsWound Care Basics
In-service reference covering wound types, staging, cleansing, and dressing selection for LTC nursing staff.
View detailsWound Nurse Checklist
Weekly wound nurse rounding checklist for measurements, treatment verification, and documentation follow-up.
View detailsSKINN Job Aids & Templates
Printable SKINN bundle companion: six bedside job aids (shift card, Braden-to-intervention map, surface & offloading checklist, turn schedule card, incontinence & nutrition routine, F686 documentation phrases) plus four unit templates — turn log, weekly skin round log, all-or-nothing bundle audit, and new skin finding escalation record.
View detailsSkin Rounding Sheet
Unit skin rounding form to record head-to-toe skin checks, new findings, and follow-up actions.
View detailsTurning & Positioning Guidelines
Repositioning schedules, 30-degree lateral positioning, and heel offloading guidance.
View detailsSeat Cushion & Support Surface Guidelines
Selection guidance for seat cushions and pressure-redistribution support surfaces.
View detailsInfection Prevention Audit Tool
Weekly IPCP audit with hand hygiene, PPE, isolation, and surveillance scoring aligned to F880.
View detailsBraden Scale Risk Assessment
Printable Braden scoring worksheet with risk-level interventions. Supports — does not replace — clinical judgment.
View detailsAdmission Documentation Checklist
Task-by-task admission tracker covering MDS triggers, care plan, med recon, and 24-hour requirements.
View detailsPressure Injury Prevention Tracker
Care-bundle tracker for repositioning, skin checks, nutrition, and support surfaces across each shift.
View detailsInfection Prevention & Antibiotic Stewardship — Course Outline
Full facilitator outline for a 4-hour LTC training: objectives, modules, tabletop scenarios, and competency check.
View detailsHAI Prevention Participant Workbook
Eight-page branded workbook for the Preventing Healthcare-Associated Infections CE course: learning objectives, the WHO 5 Moments, an aseptic dressing-change algorithm, a 20-observation hand hygiene audit worksheet, PICOT and evidence appraisal templates, and a sustainability plan builder.
View detailsHAI Prevention Pocket Guide Cards
Badge-sized quick-reference cards for the bedside: WHO 5 Moments, hand rub vs. soap and water agent selection, sterile field rules, the aseptic dressing sequence, patient-zone disinfection and contact times, and audit basics.
View detailsDay Shift Nurse Duties Checklist
A printable 7:00 AM–7:00 PM shift duties checklist covering start of shift, resident care and documentation, physician and family communication, infection control, CNA oversight, and end of shift sign-off.
View detailsEvening/Night Shift Nurse Duties Checklist
A printable 7:00 PM–7:00 AM shift duties checklist covering start of shift, resident care and documentation, medication and pharmacy, unit safety, CNA oversight, weekly tasks, and end of shift census duties.
View detailsStaff Nurse Daily Survey Reminder Checklist
A daily survey-readiness reminder checklist for staff nurses covering infection control adherence, medication administration compliance, resident care and safety, documentation, resident rights, surveyor interaction readiness, and end of shift.
View detailsCode Blue Event Documentation Template
A timed code blue event documentation template with a completed example, capturing assessment, code status verification, CPR, AED, EMS arrival, notifications, and last room check.
View detailsNursing Checklists Bundle (4 checklists)
All four Nurse Excellence Academy nursing checklists in one download: Day Shift Nurse Duties, Evening/Night Shift Nurse Duties, Staff Nurse Daily Survey Reminder, and the Code Blue Event Documentation Template.
View detailsPost-Fall Huddle & Immediate Cause Analysis Template
Printable post-fall huddle and immediate cause analysis form to be completed by the licensed nurse immediately following a resident fall.
View detailsDaily Unit Huddle Template
A one-page 5-10 minute daily huddle template covering census, staffing, high-risk residents, safety alerts, clinical updates, appointments, reminders, and recognition.
View detailsNursing Unit Lunch Assignment Template
Staggered 30-minute lunch assignment template that keeps nurse and CNA coverage on the unit across first, second, and third shift.
View detailsNurse Manager Admission Checklist
Manager-level admission validation checklist covering code status, diet, allergies, assessments, immunizations, medication reconciliation, consults, equipment, and batch entries.
View detailsCNA Daily Checklist
Shift-long daily care checklist for certified nursing assistants, from report and initial rounds through personal care, mobility, nutrition, documentation, and end-of-shift handoff.
View detailsCNA Survey Prep Printable Checklist
Printable CNA survey preparation guide with twelve sections, twenty mock surveyor questions, and a partner mock-interview practice activity.
View detailsCNA Shift Report Sheet
Room-by-room CNA report sheet with shorthand keys for mobility, bowel and bladder, falls, skin, behaviors, meal intake, and change in condition.
View detailsLead CNA Daily Checklist
Daily checklist for lead CNAs covering assignments and coverage, CNA-to-CNA report observation, rounding for resident care and infection control, mid-shift checks, documentation, and end of shift.
View detailsNurse Aide Survey Preparedness Guide
Nurse aide focused survey preparedness guide covering daily care, infection control, skin care, fall prevention, resident rights, abuse prevention, documentation, dining, dementia care, environment, and common surveyor questions.
View detailsHand Hygiene Audit Tool
Observation-based hand hygiene audit tool with a ten-observation grid, WHO 5 Moments reference, and compliance rate summary.
View detailsComplete Nursing Checklist Bundle
Every paid Nurse Excellence Academy nursing checklist, shift report sheet, huddle template, and audit tool in one download.
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The Pocket Guide Library holds 32 printable, mobile-friendly clinical guides organised by category.
Browse Pocket GuidesEducational use only. These materials are educational resources and are not medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or individualized clinical orders. They do not replace professional clinical judgment, resident-specific orders, facility policies, applicable federal or state requirements, or current evidence-based guidance.
Regulatory currency. Based on current CMS guidance available at the time of review. Requirements may change. Users should verify current federal, state, and facility requirements. These resources support survey readiness; they do not guarantee compliance or a survey outcome.
Last reviewed: September 2026 · Next review due: September 2027