MEDICATIONAll SJHCG clients will be positively identified by two identifiers prior to the administration of medication or delivery of services. Examples include the client's full name and date of birth.
RIGHTSThe rights are: (1) Right patient (using two identifiers), (2) Right medication, (3) Right dose, (4) Right route, (5) Right time, (6) Right documentation, (7) Right reason, and (8) Right response.
ADMINISTAll SJHCG clients will be positively identified by two identifiers prior to the administration of medication or delivery of services. Examples include the client's full name and date of birth.
VERIFICATION[REQUIRES CRITERIA REMAP] This question is currently mapped to CHS 1. 1 (IPAC Risk Assessment) but asks about service response times. Original answer claimed '24-48 hours for urgent' and '5 business days for routine' - these timeframes need verification in policy before use.
DOCUMENTINGMy role includes conducting comprehensive assessments, developing person-centered service plans, providing skilled care, coordinating with the healthcare team, monitoring progress, and documenting care provided.
ERRORSThe P&T Committee reviews and approves the facility's 'Standard Medication Administration Times' schedule. This schedule is embedded in our pharmacy information system and PointClickCare to default to these standard times (e. , 'daily' defaults to 09:00, 'BID' defaults to 09:00 and 17:00),
MONITORINGRegular observation and tracking of indicators, interventions, outcomes. Frequency based on risk level. Results analyzed for trends, shared with team. Supports early intervention and improvement.
EDUCATIONOngoing training for staff, residents, families. Methods include orientation, annual updates, competency verification. Documentation includes attendance, content, evaluation. Required for accreditation.
SAFETYProtection from harm through risk assessment, prevention strategies, environmental modifications, staff training. Incidents reported, investigated, learning shared. Central to quality care.
PROCEDUREFormal documents guiding practice. Development includes evidence review, stakeholder input, approval process. Implementation requires communication, training, resources. Regular review ensures currency. Accessible to staff for reference.
