As a safety professional working with the healthcare industry, much of your time is spent trying to lead organizations out of a vicious cycle of injuries, turnover, and lack of resources. It has become even more challenging to address safety issues considering the other factors impacting the industry. These factors include, but are not limited to, nursing staff shortages, medical reimbursement, employee turnover, lawsuits, and increased compliance requirements. Safety becomes a lower priority because it is not considered a basic element necessary to achieve the ultimate goal of a healthcare facility. However, there is something to be gained by incorporating safety into all facets of healthcare operations. By getting back to basics and utilizing the following three keys, you can help your organization achieve its goal.
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