Assaults on Nurses

Read: New Study Shows Nurses Experiencing Increased Rates of Workplace Violence

New Study Shows Nurses Experiencing Increased Rates of Workplace Violence

More than eight in 10 nurses have experienced at least one type of workplace violence within the past year.

Read: Improving Healthcare Safety and Security Through Design

Improving Healthcare Safety and Security Through Design

Due to an increase in mental health issues and violence in the general population, stronger safety considerations are needed in all areas of hospitals and clinics.

Read: “Safety Everywhere” Is Possible for Healthcare Workers

“Safety Everywhere” Is Possible for Healthcare Workers

The new concept of “safety everywhere” is being adopted as an alternative to the traditional assumption that an organization’s duty of care ended as soon as an employee leaves the building.

Read: IAHSS Survey: Hospital Violent Crime Down, Simple Assault Up

IAHSS Survey: Hospital Violent Crime Down, Simple Assault Up

The survey also found hospitals using threat management teams as part of security operations has increased significantly.

Read: 6 Steps for Conducting Effective Workplace Violence Investigations

6 Steps for Conducting Effective Workplace Violence Investigations

A threat management company shares a checklist for establishing comprehensive investigation processes for workplace violence.

Read: UPDATE: Shooter of 2 Methodist Dallas Medical Center Employees Receives Life Sentence

UPDATE: Shooter of 2 Methodist Dallas Medical Center Employees Receives Life Sentence

The suspect, who was on parole, was granted permission to be at the hospital during the birth of his child.

Read: The Employee Safety and Patient Experience Benefits of Enterprise Visibility in Healthcare

The Employee Safety and Patient Experience Benefits of Enterprise Visibility in Healthcare

Technologies such as real-time location systems play a pivotal role in supporting staff and patients and addressing ongoing healthcare challenges, including workplace violence.

Read: Proposed Bipartisan Bill Would Make Violence Against Healthcare Workers a Federal Crime

Proposed Bipartisan Bill Would Make Violence Against Healthcare Workers a Federal Crime

The bill states that anyone who “knowingly assaults” a hospital employee would be subject to fines and up to 10 years in prison.

Read: William Osler Health Mitigates Hospital Violence by Prioritizing Customer Service

William Osler Health Mitigates Hospital Violence by Prioritizing Customer Service

The Canadian health system’s public safety director has drawn from personal experiences in both hospital and non-hospital settings to improve customer service.

Read: 30% of Nurses Want to Quit Profession Entirely, New Survey Finds

30% of Nurses Want to Quit Profession Entirely, New Survey Finds

The survey also asked nurses about the most effective ways to reduce stress, which included increased support staff and higher salaries.

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