May 23, 2023 by Barrins & Associates
Environment of Care, Evidence-Based, Human Resources, Infection Control, Joint Commission, Medication Management, National Patient Safety Goals, Quality of Care, Safety, Standards, SuicideBH Organizations, Hospitals
Did you know that the Joint Commission has standards that support the provision of high-quality crisis services in both Hospital and Behavioral Health settings? In fact, the Joint Commission has had these standards for years. However, these standards have never been...
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May 17, 2023 by Barrins & Associates
Compliance, Evidence-Based, Joint Commission, Leadership, Patient Safety, Quality of Care, Standards, Suicide RiskBH Organizations, Hospitals
Did you know that suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the U.S?. And with no improvement in suicide rates, the Joint Commission continues to emphasize the NPSG suicide risk reduction standard 15.01.01.01. This standard highlights the importance of identifying...
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