Ward Media | Kitsap Business

Northwoods Lodge has earned the distinction of becoming the first skilled nursing facility in Kitsap County to receive heart failure certification from the American Heart Failure Association. 

The 57-bed skilled nursing facility, which serves as a premier rehabilitation center in the region, completed a rigorous yearlong certification process that included comprehensive data collection, clinical system improvements, peer-reviewed data evaluation, and a board presentation to secure this national recognition.

This certification establishes a framework for facility assessment based on the American Heart Association’s scientific guidelines for heart failure care, validating Northwoods Lodge’s adherence to industry standards with a particular focus on program management, patient education, care coordination, and clinical management protocols.

The achievement reinforces the facility’s commitment to providing elevated care that prioritizes improved patient outcomes and facilitates smooth transitions from facility to community, ultimately enabling Northwoods Lodge to serve Kitsap residents according to the highest industry standards.