Workplace Violence
Workplace violence is a priority issue for hospitals and health issues. The American Hospital Association Hospitals Against Violence (HAV) initiative works with hospitals and health systems to address this issue.
The AHA, the American College of Emergency Physicians and eight other organizations Jan. 20 urged () the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to issue clear written guidance enabling hospitals to post signage in emergency departments that would discourage threats and violence against health…
We respectfully request that the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issue clear guidance enabling hospitals to post appropriate signage in emergency departments (EDs) to discourage threats and acts of violence against health care workers, consistent with the Emergency Medical…
The AHA, in partnership with the Medical University of South Carolina’s National Mass Violence Center, Jan. 13 released a new guide for hospital and health care leaders on how to prepare for, respond, mitigate and recover from mass violence incidents.
Health care executives will share trauma-informed strategies to reduce violence, support staff and foster healing during an AHA webinar Dec. 4 at 1 p.m. ET. Attendees will learn how to embed these practices into safety programs and build resilient, compassionate environments for…
In this AHA Leadership Scan from 1 to 2 p.m. ET Thursday, Dec. 4., hospital executives will share practical, solution-driven strategies their organizations are using to reduce violence, strengthen resilience and foster a culture of healing.
An AHA blog published today highlights how SSM Health is confronting workplace violence with a comprehensive, team-based hospital safety program that integrates staff training, facility design improvements and leadership commitment. READ MORE
Workplace violence prevention in health care has become one of the most urgent priorities for hospitals and health care systems nationwide.
Hospitals and health systems are experiencing significant financial pressures that challenge their ability to provide 24/7 care for the patients and communities they serve. As Congress begins to focus on its end-of-the-year work, America’s hospitals and health systems respectfully request that you…
This webinar will explore how experiences of violence outside the workplace can influence safety within health care settings. We’ll discuss how organizations can recognize signs of distress, support affected employees, create safe reporting pathways, and foster a culture of safety and prevention.
In this Leadership Dialogue, I’m joined by Claire Zangerle, chief executive officer of the American Organization for Nursing Leadership and AHA senior vice president and chief nurse executive.