Patient Violence

Armed Man Goes on Stabbing Spree in Pa. Mental Health Facility

Seven people were injured, including the attacker, in the incident.

Threatening Man with Knife Fatally Shot in Pa. Hospital

The man’s identity has not been released as state police investigate.

Report Shows Mich. Health System Used Security More for Black Patients

The report is the focus of a lawsuit by its author against the University of Michigan Health System.

Read: Kentucky Conference Attracts Healthcare Security Managers

Kentucky Conference Attracts Healthcare Security Managers

The regional conference brought together security personnel to discuss best practices in the healthcare field.

Read: Detroit Hospital Fined for Inadequate Security

Detroit Hospital Fined for Inadequate Security

The fine document outlined security shortfalls at the hospital and made recommendations for improving staff and patient safety.

Read: Assault of Healthcare Workers Becomes Felony in Utah

Assault of Healthcare Workers Becomes Felony in Utah

The new penalty for assaulting a healthcare professional is similar to the penalty for assaulting a police officer.

Read: Hospital Security Director Gives Approaches to Successfully Caring for Forensic Patients

Hospital Security Director Gives Approaches to Successfully Caring for Forensic Patients

Bryan Warren used past forensic patient case studies and current federal guidelines to walk hospital officials through the delicate process of treating inmates.

Read: N.Y. Man Charged with Assaulting Hospital Security Officer

N.Y. Man Charged with Assaulting Hospital Security Officer

The man was charged with four misdemeanors and a violation.

Read: How Hospital Security Officers Differ from School and University Officers

How Hospital Security Officers Differ from School and University Officers

There are some parts of hospital security officers’ job description that don’t apply to traditional or school police.

How to Create a Successful Patient Watch Program

Appropriate staffing, training, collaboration and contract language are just some of the steps that will ensure the safety of patients, clinicians and security officers.

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