Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ) reporting is one of the most critical—and highly scrutinized—compliance requirements for Skilled Nursing Facilities. Accurate PBJ data directly impacts Five-Star Staffing ratings, survey outcomes, public reporting, and overall facility credibility with CMS. Despite its importance, PBJ remains a common source of citations, audit failures, and operational challenges due to its complexity and the frequent disconnect between payroll, staffing, and clinical leadership.
This 4.5-hour focused training is designed to move beyond basic PBJ submission and into practical application, audit readiness, and risk mitigation. Participants will gain a clear understanding of PBJ requirements, staffing data rules, contract labor reporting, and key compliance risks that impact Five-Star performance and survey outcomes.
The session emphasizes streamlined workflows, internal accountability, and cross-department collaboration, equipping attendees with actionable strategies they can immediately implement to improve PBJ accuracy, strengthen staffing transparency, and reduce regulatory risk
Presenter: Sarah Becker
Recommended Audience: Administrators and Nursing
CEUs: 4.50 Contact Hours. NAB approved through Proactive LTC Consulting.