Emergencies can strike without warning, making it crucial for your hospital to be prepared. Here’s how to create an emergency plan in just three steps: Step 1: Discuss Emergency Scenarios with Your Household Focus on the types of emergencies most likely to occur in your area, such as: During the discussion: Step 2: Assign Responsibilities […]

With the frequency of tornados increasing over the last several decades, experts have noticed a shift in U.S. tornado patterns, and with the 2024 season expected to be the most active on record, tornado preparedness is critical to maintain hospital operations before, during and after a storm.  Now is the time to stress test your […]

Objective: Preparedness addresses how the provider will meet the needs of patients if essential services break down as a result of a disaster. Preparedness includes training staff on their role in the emergency plan, testing the plan, and revising the plan as needed. Goals of Rule: How do you evacuate your babies from the NICU?  […]