You’re dedicated to safeguarding the well-being of your patients and clinical staff, but risk is everywhere. Claims and lawsuits are a constant threat and reimbursements are declining. At HUB International, we keep our eye on the bigger picture. Our clinical risk management services are a shift from a reactive healthcare environment to a proactive approach. We have the expertise and experience to support your organization in challenging times, so you can continue to support your patients and residents.
Healthcare Specialty Practice
Our Healthcare Specialty Practice includes clinical risk management expertise for all types of Senior Care organizations, like Companions & Homemakers. Our goal is to provide training and understanding of the importance of risk management. We do this by developing best practices tools and resources that provide relevant and effective guidelines for risk prevention and control in the Senior Care space.
Clinical Risk Management
Most common events that form a lawsuit or claim relate to:
- Patient falls
- Inconsistent, incomplete or erroneous documentation
- Patient abuse
- Understaffing / inadequate staffing
- Failure to transfer or discharge
- Elopement or wandering
- Failure to supervise
- Non-compliance with facility policies and procedures
- Changes in condition
- Medication administration errors
- Wound issues
Risk Mitigation In Senior Care
Clinical risk management is not a “one-size-fits-all” solution for risk mitigation in senior care. We provide education for direct care staff and leadership on important topics such as:
- Using risk assessment tools to identity gaps in performance and developing corrective action plans
- Safe and effective behavioral management of seniors with cognitive issues
- Survey preparation
- Infection prevention and control
- Emergency preparedness
- Documenting care, treatment and services
- Education and training based on individual client needs
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