Session Information
ASHRM 2010 Annual Conference & Exhibition
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Protecting the Home Front: Are you Exposed? Building a Risk Management Program for Home Care
Track : Enterprise Risk Management
Program Code: TH-04
Date: Thursday, October 14, 2010
Time: 9:15 AM to 10:15 AM  EST
Location: Room 20/21
CO-PRESENTER :
 Debra Healey, RN, MSN, CPHRM, Executive Director, Middlesex Hospital Homecare
PRESENTER :
 Pauline Barry, BSN, MPS, CPHRM, Assistant Vice President Risk Management, Darwin
Description
As regulatory oversight and public reporting has increased, many Homecare Agencies have seen a rise in both professional and general liability claims. An integrated risk management program can reduce the potential for and improve patient reported outcomes. This session will look at common risks associated with providing patient care in the homecare setting such as patient falls, skin integrity, medication diversion, environmental hazards, patient confidentiality and employee dishonesty. Strategies for reducing liability will be explored including development of a code of conduct, measurement of standards using evidence-based practices, staff monitoring and supervision, and establishment of professional boundaries.

LEARNER OUTCOMES:
  • Describe home care closed claims and lessons learned.
  • Discuss essential components of a home care risk management plan.
  • Identify common risk exposure areas in the home care environment.


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