Abstract
This column describes a new program designed to enhance patient safety by teaching paraprofessional staff (PPS) how to communicate changes in patient status to professional staff. Phase 1 of the project included assessment of PPS perceptions of the patient safety culture at the hospital through survey and focus group discussions. Results from Phase 1 and plans for Phase 2 are described.
Copyright 2009, SLACK Incorporated.
Publication types
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
MeSH terms
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Attitude of Health Personnel*
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Communication
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Education, Nursing, Continuing / organization & administration*
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Focus Groups
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Humans
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Mentors
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Needs Assessment / organization & administration*
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Nursing Assistants* / education
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Nursing Assistants* / psychology
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Nursing Methodology Research
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Nursing Staff, Hospital / education
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Nursing Staff, Hospital / psychology
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Organizational Culture
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Power, Psychological
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Safety Management / organization & administration*
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Surveys and Questionnaires