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American Medical Compliance
JUNE 16, 2025
But if you want to be ready for your next survey, don’t just focus on checklists and compliance documents—start with something much more basic and powerful: respecting resident rights. Document with Purpose Surveyors will look for documentation that supports your policies. But there’s also a direct link to profitability.
American Medical Compliance
MARCH 3, 2025
The California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) enforces regulations to protect healthcare workers from hazards, yet many facilities still face violations that lead to fines, legal issues, and, most importantly, employee injuries. Train staff on recognizing and de-escalating violent situations.
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Celayix
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
With well-documented schedules and shift management, hospitals can avoid costly errors and wasted resources. Communication Gaps: In a fast-paced environment, staff might miss updates about policy changes or scheduling revisions. Clear, real-time communication is key. This documentation should be accessible to all staff.
Empowered Nurses
OCTOBER 31, 2024
Keep Records: Document any communication you have with law enforcement or legal representatives related to the offense, as well as your notification to the board. Conclusion Self-reporting criminal matters is not only a legal obligation but an ethical one. Do not talk to anyone without your attorney present.
Nurse Practitioners in Business
OCTOBER 26, 2024
Prepare and communicate how emergencies will be handled during the time leading up to the closure. Use a secure, HIPAA-compliant shredding service for paper documents and hard drives containing patient files. If possible, provide referrals to other local healthcare providers for ongoing care.
Diversity Nursing
NOVEMBER 2, 2023
Nursing is a multifaceted profession that requires strong clinical skills, excellent problem-solving, top-notch communication skills, and a deep understanding of the legal obligations and implications of Nursing practice. Here are some of the legal aspects of Nursing to know and understand.
American Nurse
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
DOCUMENTING CARE is a basic nursing responsibility, but it’s one that nurses often struggle with because of time constraints and challenges associated with electronic health records (EHRs), such as poor user interfaces that leave nurses unclear as to where to document findings. The NSO/CNA Nurse Liability Claim Report (4th Ed.)
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