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Decreasing Orthopedic Elective Length of Stay Using Six Sigma
The average length of stay for patients undergoing single elective total joint replacement surgery at Plainview Hospital was excessive at 5.50 days.
A Nursing Strategic Plan Built Upon a Foundation of Patient Safety
In 2006, Southampton Hospital's department of nursing conducted a needs assessment focusing on the quality of patient outcomes, staff recruitment and retention, and patient safety.
Patient Safety is NOT a Bowl of Cherries!
This journey began when St. Francis Hospital gave fruit cocktail to a patient with a severe allergy to cherries noted in one part of her medical record, but not in any other.
Safe Handling of Compressed Oxygen Cylinders
This project was initiated by David Lyons, Director of Respiratory Therapy at St.
Reducing Preventable Adverse Events Through TeamSTEPPS
St. Mary's Healthcare has an obligation to protect patients from harm and preventing adverse effects of care from reaching the patient is the primary focus of its patient safety efforts.
Using Simulation to Prepare Nurses for Barcode Medication Administration
Strong Memorial Hospital adopted barcode medication administration technology to reduce the incidence of medication administration errors.
Creating an Organization-Wide Cultural Commitment to Quality Care: The Right Care, Right Time, Every Time
Performing well with the core measures has become increasingly important and challenging for health care organizations.
Design and Implementation of an Institute for Patient Safety and Clinical Excellence
In November 2009, a group of 12 representatives from various areas within Rochester General Health System embarked on a journey to improve patient outcomes and change the culture of the entire syst
Continuous Monitoring and Real-Time Data Review of Falls Intervention Program
The fall intervention program identified areas needing improvement including a lack of multidisciplinary attention and the need for better identification of patients at risk.