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Common and Avoidable Survey Issues – Illegible signatures and missing titles

Most of us who’ve been around healthcare know that physician handwriting is hieroglyphic, at best.  However, nurses and other professionals aren’t far behind. Maybe it’s our keyboard-oriented world, but handwriting is getting worse every day.  Keeping in mind that medical … Read Full Post

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Common and Avoidable Survey Issues – A four-part series

Complying with rules and guidelines is a way of life for healthcare administrators.  We know that our field is rife with regulations and oversight so we’re accustomed to scrutinizing our operations to find areas needing improvement.  It’s also common sense … Read Full Post

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Policies & Procedures: What about Generic Manuals?

Last time, we discussed the purpose of policies and procedures and companies whose materials are generic to the industry and do not reflect a company’s reality.  This time, let’s look at another common issue among regulated organizations: Creative manuals.  Creativity … Read Full Post

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Policies & Procedures: What’s the big deal?

The purpose of policies and procedures is to guide the organization’s actions and provide parameters for employees to follow.  They communicate the company’s standards and required processes, and ensure smooth and seamless operations and transitions….. when they’re followed.  We have … Read Full Post

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