2013 - Conducting Accident and Incident investigations in a Skilled Nursing Facility: Pearls and Perils

Overview: Employees as well as patients are at risk for various types of accidents and/or incidents in a Skilled Nursing Facility. Employers have a responsibility to ensure a safe environment for staff and residents. State and Federal Regulations mandate residents' safety and OSHA has mandates and guidelines for workplace and employee safety.
Skilled Nursing Facilities often have safety (preventive) programs and processes in place however despite best efforts, accidents and incidents occur resulting in the need to conduct an investigation and ultimately an analysis to prevent reoccurrence
Why should you attend: Whether you are a new or experienced manager, you are a vital link in the investigative process following an Accident/Incident as your action or inaction will impact the lives of both your patients and your staff. The stakes are really high so put on your investigative hat and Let's Get to the Root of the Matter!"
Areas Covered in the Session:
Provide a definition of "Accident Investigation"
Identify evidence based rationale for conducting investigations
Utilize the 6 essential elements of a sound investigation
Discuss 5 ways to maintain the integrity of an investigation
Validate the importance of conducting a thorough investigation
Who Will Benefit:
Human Resources Managers
Department Managers
Nurse Managers
Administrative staff
Front Line Staff
Ms. Lowrie-Morris is a Registered Nurse, Legal Nurse Consultant and Licensed Nursing Home Administrator with over 28 years experience working in both hospitals and nursing homes. She has served as the Chairperson of Safety and Quality Assessment/Quality Assurance at various Skilled Nursing Facilities and is passionately committed to both patient and caregiver safety. As a Legal Nurse Consultant, she works with both Defense and Plaintiff attorneys on cases involving accidents and incidents in nursing homes.
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