Care giver responsibilities
What is proper hand washing procedure ?
This 5 -step process includes wetting , lathering , scrubbing for at least 20 seconds , rinsing , and drying to help prevent the spread of germs .
What is the evacuation procedure for Cleveland tradition?
Evacuate horizontally then vertically .
Evacuation begins with the room with fire , proceed to next adjacent rooms and continue until directed otherwise.
What does caregiver competence entail?
2 Stroke CEU
1 Ortho education
Annual review processes
Licensure .
What is a MIFU and where you find it ?
M.I.F.U is Manufacture Instruction For Use and are located on SharePoint under Martin Rehab Inpatient ( FEES scope , splint pan , heat gun , US/TENS , combo unit ).
What is MSDS and where to find it ?
Material Safety Data Sheets and is located on CC Today Home Page .
When should you use hand sanitizer ?
If no visible soiling of hands and patient not on contact soap and water precaution.
Where are fire alarms and pull stations located ?
These safety devices are located at the end of the halls by the stairwells .
What fall prevention assessment CCMH uses
THE HESTER DAVIS SCALE
- Patient will fall into a Low , Moderate , or High fall risk category with corresponding interventions , including yellow armband , yellow socks , fall risk signage posted , and a white light outside of patient door .
-Bed/chair alarms should be utilized for moderate and high fall risk patients . Patient at risk should never be left alone in the restroom .
What is SERS report and how it should be reported ?
SERS ( Safety Event Reporting ) Should be completed through Safety Event Reporting system as soon as possible , but must be completed within 24 hours .
Its located on todays Page under Quality , Safety &Patient Experience
How often to check labels on item ?
Frequently check labels make sure its dated and have a expiration date .
Where is the proper place to wear an ID badge ?
For visibility and security , ID badges should be worn here on your clothing , above the waist .
What is P.A.S.S
Pull, Aim , Squeeze , Sweep
How do PT/OT/ST department communicate ?
Through Epic and completed documentation.
When a patient on suicide precaution, what are some things you should not do ?
1.Must not leave gait belt or any assistive devices in the room
2.Never leave patient without a sitter present .
3.Never let the patient get between you and the door .
4.No utensils
5.If walking patient outside the room , please call security to assist .
What type of gait belt must be used and what is not allowed ?
Vinyl gait belts are allowed and must be cleaned between each patient with San wipes, and terminally cleaned at the end of each day .
Cloth gait belts are not allowed .
How should you keep your personal work area ?
Your personal work area should be kept clean , organized , free of dust and clutter
What is R.A.C.E
Rescue , Alarm , Confine , Extinguish
How can you prevent HIPPA violations ?
Caregivers should not talk about other patients in front of or to other patient
Computer screens not left on where patient information can be seen
Caregivers should not open charts of patient unnecessarily .
In case of a stroke alert , what is the call command center number#
15741
Two Patient Identifiers
Name
DOB
Where some spot walkers should not be stored ?
Walkers should not be blocking the hallways .
Where should items be properly stored ?
Store items at least 18'' from ceiling .
Consider marking 18'' line with red tape .
Clean equipment should be stored separately from dirty equipment .
Where can I find Incident Command, Disaster Plan and Policies & Procedure
Located on CC Today Home page
What are three different Sani wipes and their kill time?
1. Purple tops : Kill time 2minutes
2. Orange tops: Kill time 4 minutes
3. Bleach wipes : Kill time 3 minutes
Where can you find a interpreter ?
Posted on CC Today's webpage or call 216-445-7044 :Follow prompts on blue dual handset phone or dial #808 from any house phone , patient phone or spectra link.
Document the number given at the end of the session in your notes .