In the world of safety data, there is certainly a tendency to want to know what’s going on in that world, and oftentimes that knowledge comes tied to a Top (insert number here) List. And the good folks at the Occupational Health & Safety Administration (OSHA) are...
Education of general staff about drug diversion is essential to any diversion program. Clinical staff are often unaware of the scope of the problem and what is at stake. Even in large facilities, staff are often close-knit and extremely trusting of each other. This trust is often magnified in...
Darryl saw the low CO2 level alarm on the microbiology incubator and went to change the tank in the nearby storage room. The valve cover seemed stuck on the replacement tank and Darryl was unable to remove it with his hands. He found a hammer and began to hit the valve cover to loosen it. The...
Hospital accreditation leaders must exhibit a blend of resourcefulness, strategic project management, interpersonal acumen, and strong commitment to detail. This month, we’ve compiled a collection of expert tips based on the wisdom of Jennifer Cowel, president of Patton...
Personal care attendants, home health aides, and other direct care workers help older adults and people with disabilities to remain in their homes and communities.
In recent years, a staffing shortage has plagued the direct care workforce (DCW). Organizations have not been able to keep...
The CMS Compliance Crosswalk, 2024 Edition, is the latest and greatest edition of HCPro’s highly regarded accreditation crosswalk. This tool shows you how to comply with each Condition of Participation (CoP) set forth by CMS and highlights which requirements from The Joint Commission...
Hospitals, healthcare organizations, health insurers, and medical societies in Massachusetts are coming together to take a significant step toward encouraging physicians to seek treatment for mental health conditions and/or drug misuse.
In Part 2 of this interview with Rosie Bartel and Linda McKinley, RN, BSN, MPH, CIC, FAPIC, they talk about the positive changes they have seen in healthcare-acquired infections when you get patients involved in the process.