I don’t know about you, but I’m feeling weary. This pandemic has brought so many “feels”, and all the personal and professional changes are, […]
Managing fall risk: An effective strategy that works
Since falls impact patient safety, require notification for CMS quality reporting, and may result in patient injury or worse, it is good to consider how […]
Five medication tips to help keep your patients safe
We are all probably a little numb when we read about medication safety. We get it. It’s super important. We live the life. […]
What was I thinking?
Some days, it’s easy to forget why we are “here”. Working in surgery can be quite challenging. Being in charge can be even more challenging. […]
Feeling Safe about Safe Injection Practices
We have all heard the horror stories…of nurses using used needles and syringes, using unsafe techniques, using the same fluid bags or vials, and other […]
Helping you prepare for emergency prep compliance: practical ways to communicate in an emergency, and build your Alternate Communication Plan
It’s hard to think about “alternate” communication. We are always communicating. We are constantly receiving texts, emails, and phone calls. Now CMS wants […]
My top 10 infection control survey blunders…they may be yours too!
I have the privilege of assisting surgical facilities prepare for surveys. I have seen countless wonderful, clean, well prepared centers where I would feel confident […]
My ED visit this week, and the power of quality nursing…
My sharp witted Australian WWII Nurse mother-in-law took a fall this week, and was brought to the emergency room. As I waited, I quickly became […]
Hospital transfers and the new Medicare rules…
When we have to facilitate a hospital transfer, we have to shift into high gear. Not only do we have to ensure a safe and […]
NTOD is coming…
June 10th is NTOD….National Time Out Day. It may seem like we are bombarded with safe surgical checklists, time out, and correct site language […]