CMS Releases Memorandum on Hospital Nutrition Service Obligations in Light of Updated Federal Nutrition Guidelines
CMS Releases Memorandum on Hospital Nutrition Service Obligations in Light of Updated Federal Nutrition Guidelines. Learn more.
Tag: Infection Prevention & Control
Impaired Fire and Smoke Dampers? Make Sure You Establish Interim Life Safety Measures During Repairs
Is your organization establishing interim life safety measures during repairs? Learn strategies for implementation.
Dialysis Wall Boxes: All in All It’s Just Another Box in the Wall
Is your team using proper cleaning and disinfection practices in regard to dialysis wall boxes? Learn suggested practices to ensure staff and patient safety.
Flammable Storage Cabinet Safety Risks
Flammable storage cabinets are often observed during surveys. is your facility following protocol to reduce safety risks? Learn more.
Beyond Use Dates and Safe Supply Storage
Beyond use dates for medical supplies can vary depending on different circumstances. Learn tips for safe storage and effective use.
Safety Alert: Manufacturers’ Preset Codes
Many organizations utilize free-standing locked carts for medication storage. Leaving these carts manufacturer’s set code unchanged poses significant risks, including drug diversion, theft, tampering, and potential citations for medication safety violations.
Rounding on Contracted Services
Is your organization rounding on their contracted services to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements. During mock surveys our teams have observed instances where organizations have failed to implement processes to monitor performance for safety concerns.
Validate Those Verbal/Phone Orders!
Is your staff validating within time frames set by the organization? Learn
Aligning Pain Medication Administration With Provider Orders and Nursing Assessment
Using the correct disinfectant wipes is essential for maintaining a safe and hygienic healthcare environment and preserving the integrity of healthcare equipment.Learn key steps for effectiveness.
CMS State Operations Manual (Hospitals) Updated with Standards of Interpretation
Using the correct disinfectant wipes is essential for maintaining a safe and hygienic healthcare environment and preserving the integrity of healthcare equipment.Learn key steps for effectiveness.
Disinfectant Wipes: Safe and Effective Use
Using the correct disinfectant wipes is essential for maintaining a safe and hygienic healthcare environment and preserving the integrity of healthcare equipment.Learn key steps for effectiveness.
Minimizing Hazardous Chemical Access Risks
Healthcare Organizations use a variety of chemicals in everyday operations. One of the most prevalent is the use of cleaning chemicals that support keeping the environment and equipment disinfected and ready for patient use. However, these chemicals can pose a significant risk if accessed by unauthorized personnel. Unfortunately, our consultant teams are finding opportunities with […]