Healthcare Safety Toolkit Library

Tool that discusses the value of bedside reporting plus sample scripts staff can customize and use in real time.

A evidence-based tool to aid in consistent, standardized staging of pressure ulcers.

A sample tool to help identify patients at high risk for falls while in the hospital.

A podcast provided by The Joint Commission to discuss what organizations can do now to strive toward high reliability and improved patient quality.

This slide presentation from The Joint Commission discusses how to develop a culture of safety in your organization.

This sample policy addresses organizational commitment to Just Culture.

Active shooter training is vital for all staff in a healthcare organization as they are the eyes and ears of the facility. These resources help ensure staff are trained and prepared to address violent/aggressive behavior/situations.

Prioritizing our Healthcare Workers: The importance of Addressing the Intersection of Workplace Violence and Mental Health and Wellbeing

It is essential to understand a security program. These resources help build and sustain a security program in healthcare. Sources delve further into risk considerations of law enforcement's presence in the emergency room and guidance to infant abductions.

Although it is healthcare's goal to maintain a safe environment at all times, violence remains a significant concern today. It is vital to implement processes to prevent workplace violence. Security practices can include an array of methods. The following documents provide best practices and alternative approaches that may be applied when handling violent encounters.