Patient and staff safety goals are top of mind for many nurse leaders, with hospital-acquired infections and fall prevention being two of the most common measures leaders are tackling. In August, ...
Approximately 5,250 American workers died on the job in 2018, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Survey of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses. While your small business might never see ...
At some of the nation’s top hospitals, patient safety and quality leaders are exploring strategies to reduce hospital-acquired infections while testing AI capabilities in healthcare. In July, US News ...
The Joint Commission announced its 2009 National Patient Safety Goals (NPSG) and Elements of Performance (EP) yesterday. The biggest changes came in the form of new infection control requirements. "I ...
A recent report by Sphera highlights a persistent gap between the safety goals companies set and their actual achievements, despite access to advanced technologies offering real-time data. The eighth ...
Humans tend to dwell on the past, especially on past shortcomings or failures. We treat them like anchors and let them drag down our performance, leaving us with the feeling that no amount of effort ...
The Joint Commission adds 8 new patient safety goals for ASCs in 2023 The Joint Commission, which accredits health organizations that meet criteria for patient quality and safety nationwide, has added ...
Telematics technology that captures data wirelessly and in real-time is increasingly being used in municipal fleets to enhance vehicle efficiency and guide driver behavior. Traditionally used as a ...
It's a new year—the perfect time to begin thinking of ways to improve safety and health using goals. Here's some tips on setting realistic goals for 2022. We have officially rung in the New Year.
SEATTLE — On Tuesday, the Seattle City Council held its first Public Safety Committee meeting under the newly elected council. “All of them ran under a public safety platform, which is huge for us and ...