Funding for Innovative Patient Safety Initiatives

Eliminating Transfusion Risk by Transitioning to Automation

Bunkie General Hospital will implement an automated immunohematology analyzer to replace manual tube crossmatching, reducing the risk of human error and improving transfusion safety.

Standardized blood typing, antibody screening, and compatibility testing will improve accuracy, streamline workflows, and significantly reduce turnaround times—critical in a rural setting where timely access to safe blood products directly influences patient outcomes.

Greater efficiency and precision will strengthen transfusion practices while ensuring faster, more reliable access to life-saving blood products in urgent and emergent situations.

Right Patient, Right Medication: Improving Safety Through Barcode Scanning Implementation

Delhi Hospital & Clinics is advancing patient safety through a system-wide barcode medication administration process designed to reduce preventable errors and standardize care across its rural network.

Integration with the Oracle Cerner electronic health record will improve patient identification, ensure accurate medication verification at the point of care, and support more efficient clinical workflows.

Stronger consistency across service areas will enhance medication safety while reinforcing a culture focused on reliability and high-quality care.

Implementation of Artificial Intelligence in Neuro Imaging for Stroke Patients

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital will implement Rapid AI Stroke Software to improve the speed and accuracy of stroke diagnosis, particularly for large vessel occlusions.

Standardized imaging interpretation combined with real-time alerts and automated team activation will reduce treatment delays and strengthen coordination across care teams.

Earlier detection and faster response will accelerate critical interventions and improve outcomes for stroke patients when every minute matters.

Enhancing Patient Safety Through Communication Accessibility: A System-Level Approach to Hearing Loss and Patient Understanding

North Oaks Health System is improving patient safety by addressing communication barriers related to hearing loss through standardized documentation, assistive tools, and staff education. 

By ensuring patients can effectively hear, understand, and engage in their care, the initiative will reduce risks tied to miscommunication and enhance overall care quality.

Enhancing Staff & Patient Safety Through Installation of Duress Panic Button Systems

Opelousas General Health System will install duress panic button systems in high-risk areas to strengthen workplace violence prevention and improve rapid emergency response. 

These systems enable staff to discreetly signal distress, activate immediate support, and enhance overall safety for both caregivers and patients.

Faster response capabilities will help stabilize high-risk situations and support safer, more reliable care delivery.

Video Laryngoscopy System

Reeves Memorial Medical Center will implement video laryngoscopy in its Emergency Department to improve airway management, increase first-pass intubation success, and reduce complications during critical interventions. 

Enhanced visualization and team coordination will support safer, faster emergency care.

Safer airway management practices will reduce complications and improve outcomes for critically ill and injured patients.

Neonatal Warmer and NRP Training in Rural Emergency Department

Richardson Medical Center will enhance neonatal emergency care by acquiring a modern neonatal warmer and providing Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) training to Emergency Department staff. 

These upgrades will strengthen the hospital’s ability to safely stabilize newborns in urgent delivery situations.

Improved readiness will ensure vulnerable newborns receive timely, high-quality care during the most critical moments after birth.

Stryker Neptune3/Neptune S Fluid Waste Management System Improves Patient Safety

St. James Parish Hospital will implement a closed-loop surgical fluid waste management system to reduce contamination risks, improve surgical field visibility, and enhance accuracy in fluid measurement. 

Replacing open canister systems with a sealed process will strengthen infection prevention and support more precise intraoperative decision-making.

Cleaner, more controlled surgical environments will reduce preventable risks and contribute to improved patient outcomes.

AIDOC Software for Radiology

Terrebonne General Health System will implement AIDOC artificial intelligence software to assist radiologists in identifying and prioritizing critical findings such as stroke and intracranial hemorrhage. 

By improving workflow efficiency and reducing diagnostic delays, the system enhances timely clinical decision-making.

Earlier identification of high-risk conditions will enable faster intervention and improve patient outcomes.

Improving Patient Safety with a New Inpatient Nurse Call System at Union General

Union General Hospital will upgrade its inpatient nurse call system to improve communication between patients and clinical staff, improve response times, and strengthen emergency response capabilities. 

Modern, reliable technology will support more efficient coordination of care and reduce the risk of communication failures.

Improved responsiveness will ensure patients receive timely assistance and safer, more dependable inpatient care.

Enhanced Management of Acute Urinary Retention in Adults through Expanded Bladder Scanning Capability and URECA Algorithm Implementation

West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital will expand bladder scanning technology and implement the URECA algorithm to improve management of urinary retention and reduce unnecessary catheter use. 

A “scan-first” approach will support more precise, non-invasive care and limit exposure to infection risks associated with indwelling devices.

Reduced catheter use will lower infection risk and improve overall patient safety through evidence-based practices.

Early Detection, Better Protection:  A HAPI Prevention Project

Willis Knighton Health System will implement AI-supported wound imaging and enhanced care coordination to improve early detection and prevention of hospital-acquired pressure injuries. 

Advanced technology combined with multidisciplinary collaboration will strengthen proactive care and standardize prevention practices.

Earlier intervention will reduce preventable harm, improve healing outcomes, and enhance the patient experience.

Reducing Falls in Postpartum Patients:  A Safety and Mobility Initiative

Woman’s Hospital will strengthen postpartum fall prevention by expanding access to safe patient handling equipment and enhancing standardized protocols. 

Focused interventions will address the unique mobility risks faced by postpartum patients, supporting safer recovery and improved care consistency.

Reduced fall risk will protect new mothers during recovery and promote a safer environment during a vulnerable stage of care.