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  • Analysis of existing literature on staff competency assessment in healthcare settings.
  • Synthesis of regulatory guidelines and best practices for skill evaluation in skilled nursing facilities.

    • Main Results:

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    • Facilities must implement robust systems for assessing, documenting, and validating employee competencies.
    • Regulatory compliance is directly linked to the demonstrated skill levels of the SNF workforce.

    Conclusions:

    • Adherence to CMS participation requirements mandates a focus on staff skill evaluation.
    • Skilled nursing facilities must prioritize the development and maintenance of a highly skilled workforce.
    • Effective skill assessment is fundamental to achieving both regulatory compliance and optimal patient outcomes.