We are observing increasing incidence of organizations struggling to follow their point of use sterile instrument reprocessing procedures. This is a major infection control risk and patient safety concern.
We are noticing that many organizations are not including special procedural areas as part of their proactive assessments for fire and burn risk for patients.
CMS released QSO-23-09-Hospital in early March to provide greater emphasize of organization’s efforts to deliver safe, quality patient care.
The environment of care can present a clear risk to positive patient outcomes if not considered an influencer on patient safety. Learn more!
Learn about regulatory considerations for healthcare providers offering telehealth and telemedicine services.
The Emergency Care Research Institute (ECRI) has just released their top 10 Technology Hazards for 2023 list. This identifies the most pressing technology-based vulnerabilities that could exist in your organization and impact your patients.
More than ever before, Accrediting Agencies are holding Healthcare Leaders accountable when the facility fails to meet established accreditation and/or regulatory requirements. Learn important guidance Leaders can follow to ensure the safety of patients, employees, and visitors.
Workplace violence incidents in healthcare are increasing. Learn more about new standards and expectations.
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has outlined expectations of healthcare organizations in addressing the issues of workplace violence
A safety briefing for Joint Commission surveyors is to be required at the Opening Conference as of January 1, 2023. Learn more.
With staffing shortages becoming a frequent challenge for healthcare organizations, it is necessary to use innovative means to address the need to maintain safe patient care.
8 examples of emergency department observations from the field that may help you identify opportunities to improve on your emergency services.
