How RTLS Mobile Duress Technology Protects Healthcare Workers
Real-time location systems (RTLS) provide cost-effective staff duress solutions that prevent violent threats from escalating to dangerous events.
Real-time location systems (RTLS) provide cost-effective staff duress solutions that prevent violent threats from escalating to dangerous events.
Staff say the nurse entered a COVID patient’s room while only wearing a surgical mask and was in the room for at least 30 minutes.
Early signs of workplace violence or workplace bullying can include intimidating behavior, verbal abuse, or changes in typical behavior patterns.
Implementing certain policies and procedures at your hospital can make a big impact on workplace violence prevention efforts.
The safety citations are a response to a lab explosion earlier this year.
The fine document outlined security shortfalls at the hospital and made recommendations for improving staff and patient safety.
Appropriate staffing, training, collaboration and contract language are just some of the steps that will ensure the safety of patients, clinicians and security officers.
Healthcare organizations often overlook the security needs of freestanding clinics and offices. These best practices will help you address the risks.
The letter comes as the nurse’s union calls for improved hospital security.
The OSHA decision comes after more than five months of investigation into hospital policies and procedures.