Security in Healthcare Toolkit
Evaluation tools
Unit-Based Nursing Scorecard
Sample score card to present unit based performance improvement indicators.
Guidelines/Recommendations
The AAMI Foundation 2015 Opioid Compendium
The AAMI Foundation, with the support of key industry partners and other patient safety organizations, has launched a...
Guidelines/Recommendations
How to Implement Low Cost Opioid Overdose Prevention Strategies Worksheet
This worksheet is a component of the Guide to Developing and Managing Overdose Prevention and Take-Home Naloxone Projects,...
Checklists
Safety Rounds Checklist
This checklist is designed for regular rounding in the physician office practice to identify potential hazards to safety....
Guidelines/Recommendations
Lifting and Material Handling
Injuries in the workplace are frequently caused by lifting heavy items. This document provides tips on the correct way to...
Checklists
Sepsis Core Measure Checklist
A checklist from the Indiana Hospital Association for concurrent chart review to ensure sepsis measures are being met. In...
Flyer/Sign/Poster
OR Fire Prevention Algorithm
The Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation (APSF) encourages surgical staff members to use this OR fire prevention algorithm...
Assessment tools
Pharmacy Rounding Form
Sample tool that can be used by pharmacist during patient rounds.
Flyer/Sign/Poster
7S Bundle Approach for the Prevention of SSI
The 7S Bundle Approach is a systematic approach that has proven to decrease surgical site infections. Following this...
Guidelines/Recommendations
Health E-Access Telemedicine Interview Guide
AHRQ has developed an interview guide for use in the ambulatory setting. It is a survey to assess the patient’s...
Evaluation tools
Gap Analysis Tool for Antimicrobial Management Program
This resource provides you with another example of an in-depth Gap Analysis tool for antimicrobial management programs. The...
Screening Tools
Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale (Full Version)
The Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale full version is an assessment tool that provides an in-depth evaluation for...