Relias

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

But the effect of long nurse work hours on patient safety is an area of concern. Despite the perks of a 12-hour workday, the impacts of 12-hour vs. eight-hour nursing shifts on patient outcomes can be significant. Many concerns with 12-hour shifts are tied to nurse overtime and patient safety.

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Patient Safety Patient Satisfaction Scheduling Hospital 52

Performance Health

JULY 15, 2024

Safety incident reporting software is instrumental in promoting effective communication and rapid response times to maintain patient safety and care quality in healthcare settings.

Communication 52

Communication Patient Safety Patient Experience 52

Relias

MAY 24, 2023

­Healthcare workforce safety depends on both nurse safety and patient safety. Patients depend on competent, compassionate care, physical security, and the satisfaction of knowing they’re well cared for. Conversely, inadequate staffing negatively impacts nurse safety and patient safety.

Patient Safety 52

Patient Safety Unit Organization and Environment Huddles/Rounds De-Escalation 52

Relias

MAY 24, 2023

­Healthcare workforce safety depends on both nurse safety and patient safety. Patients depend on competent, compassionate care, physical security, and the satisfaction of knowing they’re well cared for. Conversely, inadequate staffing negatively impacts nurse safety and patient safety.

Patient Safety 52

Patient Safety Unit Organization and Environment Huddles/Rounds De-Escalation 52

We Care Online

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Enhance Patient Safety: Medication errors can have serious consequences. By refreshing your knowledge and learning about the latest safety protocols, you can reduce the risk of errors and enhance the safety and well-being of those in your care. Well cover essential techniques to ensure accuracy and patient safety.

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Medication Best Practices Patient Safety Documentation 96

Minority Nurse

MARCH 11, 2024

Nurses put a priority on keeping their patients safe and Patient Safety Awareness Week , which takes place March 10-16 this year, helps focus attention on this important part of any healthcare provider’s job. No matter how much attention nurses give to patient safety, there is always room to make improvements.

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Patient Safety Unit Organization and Environment Communication 40

Scrubs

AUGUST 29, 2023

It’s ironic that those entrusted to keep the rest of us comfortable, rested, and fed aren’t afforded the same courtesy—especially in a field where nurse fatigue and patient safety are so closely linked. Promote communication : Encourage your nurses to ask for help.

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Patient Care Acute Care Scheduling Patient Safety 246

Scrubs

MAY 30, 2024

Qualities like empathy, patience, emotional resilience, and excellent communication skills are essential. Nurses must be able to connect with patients from diverse backgrounds, understand their concerns, and communicate effectively to provide compassionate care. What Type of Nursing Environment Appeals to You?

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Critical Thinking Long Term Care Communication Patient Safety 147

Performance Health

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

With each spoken instruction or transferred patient file, the risk of error lurks, potentially leading to dire consequences for patient safety, operational efficiency, and legal standing. In such high-stakes settings, effective incident management is crucial.

Patient Safety 52

Patient Safety Transfers Communication Patient Care 52

Health Prime

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Additionally, incorrect patient information can compromise patient safety, as clinicians may make decisions based on data with errors. Long check-in wait times Extended wait times during check-in are one of the main complaints that patients report when they visit a healthcare facility.

Medication 74

Medication Patient Satisfaction Communication Insurance 74

Performance Health

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Improving patient outcomes remains a central goal for healthcare providers. With the integration of cutting-edge incident reporting software , hospitals and clinics are not only elevating patient safety but are also revolutionizing the way healthcare teams communicate and commit to continuous improvement.

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Patient Safety Communication Hospital 52

Performance Health

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Safety huddles are a key tool for healthcare organizations to reduce patient harm, ensure accurate, consistent communication between staff, and promote patient and employee safety.

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Huddles/Rounds Communication Patient Safety 98

Minority Nurse

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Safety Across the Board. Hospitals are constantly striving to improve patient safety. However, a safer work environment extends beyond patient safety through lower nurse-to-patient ratios. Use our Magnet Showcase to review Magnet-designated hospitals to research your next employment opportunity.

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Hospital Patient Safety Discharges Patient Care 97

Performance Health

MAY 15, 2024

This safety perception gap not only poses risks to patient safety but also to staff morale and the care experience. Bridging such gaps is crucial, and incident reporting software plays a key role, offering a way to enhance communication, compliance, and overall safety within healthcare settings.

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Patient Safety Communication Hospital 52

Sensible Medicine

APRIL 17, 2024

The parallels to universal precautions, the balance of comfort, communication, and patient safety, and the issues of power in the doctor patient relationship keeps me coming back to the issue. I have written my own essays about it on Sensible Medicine on September 28 th , 2022 , and January 11 th , 2024.

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Patient Safety Hospital Communication Medication 108

DropStat

MARCH 14, 2024

Veteran’s Health Administration The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) announced its efforts in patient safety from the 1990s onwards. Partnering with the Patient Safety Network, the Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation, or the Joint Commission allows healthcare organizations to grow.

Patient Safety 52

Patient Safety Scheduling Hospital Communication 52

Serenity Nurse Aide Academy

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Patient safety is critical in the healthcare industry , and effective medical training is key to ensuring that patients receive the best possible care. These programs emphasize essential aspects of patient care, including communication skills, empathy, and attention to detail.

Patient Safety 52

Patient Safety Long Term Care Teamwork Critical Thinking 52

Minority Nurse

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Despite compassionate work and service to the community, one lawsuit can affect your professional reputation. Nurse practitioner malpractice data can be used to inform and address areas of clinical improvement as well as help to improve the quality of care and patient safety. Risk Control Recommendations for Nurse Practitioners.

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Vital Signs Documentation Diagnostics Patient Safety 98

Minority Nurse

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

When the value of being a nurse is communicated from generation to generation, a familial line of nurses can extend over many decades as additional family members join the profession. In families from many different backgrounds, a multigenerational tradition of service in the nursing profession is often the norm.

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Acute Care Hospital Billing Admissions 115

Minority Nurse

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Understanding this legal landscape is crucial for NPs to effectively adjust their patient safety and risk control practices to navigate potential pitfalls. If a patient suffers adverse outcomes and lacks documented informed consent, NPs could face liability claims for failing to provide adequate information. Clinical Competence.

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Documentation Insurance Patient Care Tests 98

Health Populi

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

The radiologist as doctor The radiologist as protector The radiologist as communicator The radiologist as innovator and scientist, and, The radiologist as teacher. Two of these feel newer and deserve calling out — that of “protector” and “communicator.”

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Communication Diagnostics Outpatient Care Triage 87

Scrubs

AUGUST 5, 2023

Under these two models, providers must make decisions together when treating patients, as opposed to administering treatment in isolation. Tips for Switching to a Value-Based Model of Care If your facility is interested in adopting a value-based system, use these tips to improve patient outcomes.

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Patient Satisfaction Patient Safety Medication Billing 130

Minority Nurse

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Shelise Valentine, RNC, MSN, C-EFM, CPPS, CPHRM, is the Director of Clinical Education, Healthcare Risk Advisors, part of TDC Group and chairs nursing, co-chairs obstetric and simulation initiatives, and directs risk management and obstetric education for insured hospital clients to improve patient safety and reduce malpractice risk.

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Unit Organization and Environment Patient Safety Hospital Best Practices 59

MedQuest College

JULY 8, 2024

Understanding terminology will help you communicate effectively with colleagues and understand patient charts and records. Practice punctuality, respectfulness, and confidentiality in all your interactions with patients, colleagues, and supervisors. Dress professionally and maintain a positive attitude at all times.

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Sterilization Communication Continuing Education Patient Safety 52

Minority Nurse

JULY 15, 2024

Communication and collaboration are central to healthcare , and there are many tools for improving teamwork among medical facility staff members. These competencies, in turn, impact patient safety, patient experience, the health and well-being of the workforce, and even cost-effectiveness.”

Medication 59

Medication Teamwork Communication Collaboration 59

Relias

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The evolution of patient safety: From awareness to action The journey toward high reliability in healthcare gained momentum more than two decades ago with the release of the Institute of Medicine’s (IOM) landmark report, To Err is Human (1999), which revealed shocking statistics about preventable deaths in hospitals.

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Unit Organization and Environment Patient Safety Follow-Up Hospital 52

Health Populi

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

This strongly suggests that health literacy isn’t so much a matter of health education as of lack of good design for how personal healthcare finance in America is communicated and presented in those communications, whether via mail, text, internet portal, via mobile platform, on a large-screen computer or even a connected TV.

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Insurance Billing Communication Medication 22

MedCerts

JULY 1, 2024

You’ll interact with patients while taking their medical histories, performing physical examinations, recording vitals, preparing them for procedures and collecting samples for lab investigation. Good communication and organizational skills are handy when making follow-up calls, booking patient appointments and managing patient info.

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Sterilization Medical Assistant Medical History Patient Safety 68

Relias

MARCH 17, 2022

By ensuring that you have an equitable environment, you are creating an organizational culture that will attract and retain experienced staff and support your patients. Communication skills, such as teach-back, plain language, verbal and written instruction methods, interviewing, non-verbal communication, and knowledge confirmation.

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Best Practices Follow-Up Communication Scheduling 98

We Care Online

AUGUST 7, 2024

This simple step can prevent errors and ensure patient safety. Follow Protocols : Adhere to established protocols for medication preparation, including sterile compounding guidelines, to maintain quality and safety standards. Effective time management is crucial in a busy hospital pharmacy.

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Hospital Sterilization Certification Follow-Up 52

Relias

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Breakdowns in communication — Effective communication is the backbone of patient safety. In addition, they are knowledgeable about patient safety and improvement initiatives such as high reliability and a just culture. These deviations can create grounds for litigation.

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Patient Safety Communication Teamwork Hospital 52

Relias

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Increased patient safety Healthcare organizations that adopt transformational leadership see gains in staff satisfaction, which has the important effect of reducing the rate of medical errors. A study in Belgium found that transformational leadership exerts a significant positive impact on the safety performance of nurses.

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Conflict Resolution Patient Safety Hospital Communication 98

Health Prime

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Additionally, incorrect patient information can compromise patient safety, as clinicians may make decisions based on data with errors. Long check-in wait times Extended wait times during check-in are one of the main complaints that patients report when they visit a healthcare facility.

Medication 52

Medication Patient Satisfaction Communication Insurance 52

Minority Nurse

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Their ability to contribute to patient safety, the delivery of high-quality care, positive outcomes, and patient education should be considered. Without explicitly drawing attention to your chronological age, you can communicate how your life experience (e.g., as a parent, a nurse, a citizen, etc.) gives you an edge.

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Patient Safety Patient Education Communication 105

Healthcare Law Insights blog

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Communicate the organization’s mission and ethical requirements. Reflecting this need to take a holistic, proactive view of risk, the Guidance underscores the importance of proactively assessing for and managing problems with patient safety and quality of care as an indicator of potential compliance problems.

Patient Safety 59

Patient Safety Billing Huddles/Rounds Best Practices 59

Northwest Suburban College

APRIL 11, 2024

Interpersonal Skills and Communication As Pharmacy Technicians frequently interact with patients, colleagues, and healthcare providers, strong interpersonal and communication skills are crucial for establishing trust and cooperation.

Patient Safety 52

Patient Safety Patient Records Long Term Care Communication 52

DrChrono

JANUARY 5, 2017

Coordinating care, such as with phone and digital communications. Engaging with patients in active care plan participation and shared decision-making. Prioritizing patient safety. Expanding access to your practice.

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Patient Safety Care Plan Communication 40