Safety and Security Learning Collaborative

Join us (virtually) on Wednesday, October 23 at 12:00 PM for SCHA’s next Safety and Security Learning Collaborative, where industry leaders discuss best practices and innovative strategies to enhance hospital safety.

Creating a Safer Hospital Environment Through De-escalation Techniques
Universal Health Services (UHS), one of the nation’s largest healthcare providers, is pioneering a team-based approach to enhance safety and foster a compassionate, patient-centered environment. Join us and learn how UHS is transforming the healthcare workplace by addressing workplace violence through innovative de-escalation strategies.

• Learn how UHS integrates all staff members, not just security personnel, into de-escalation efforts, creating an inclusive culture of safety.
• Explore UHS’s comprehensive training programs focused on active listening, empathy, and conflict resolution that empower healthcare workers to prevent and manage potentially violent incidents.
• Hear directly from UHS leadership about the measurable impact of de-escalation on staff morale, patient satisfaction, and the reduction of violent incidents.
• Discover the critical role of early identification of high-risk situations and the proactive involvement of treatment teams in minimizing workplace violence.

This webinar will provide actionable insights for healthcare professionals looking to create safer, more supportive work environments through proven de-escalation techniques. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from industry leaders and enhance your organization’s approach to workplace safety!

PREVIOUS LEARNING COLLABORATIVES

Enhancing Hospital Safety by Identifying Violent Patients
Lucy Easler, PhD, RN, PMH-BC, NEA-BC, Director of Behavioral Care Services for Prisma Health-Midlands Affiliate, presenting on Prisma Health’s comprehensive approach to identifying and managing previously violent individuals. Recorded 6/19/24 and linked here.

The Role of License Plate Readers in Violence Prevention and Operational Efficiency
Justin McClarrie, Director of Public Safety at Lexington Medical Center, sharing insights from their successful implementation, detailing how license plate reader systems enhance security through integration with law enforcement databases, proactive monitoring, and response to workplace violence. Recorded 7/17/24 and linked here.

Dogs to the Rescue
Todd O’Quinn, Director of Safety and Security, and Officer Steve Reed, spotlighting AnMed’s innovative use of specially-trained security dogs, successfully integrating canine companions into hospital security protocols, revolutionizing safety measures, and enhancing deterrence and detection capabilities. Recorded 8/21/24 and linked here.

Community Partners in Violence Prevention
McLeod Health team spotlighting a successful partnership with local law enforcement and the Fourth Circuit Solicitor’s Office, which has resulted in improved incident managment and prosecutorial response. Recorded 9/18/24 and linked here.

If you’d like to learn more about SCHA’s priority to advance Safety and Security, have questions, or need resources, please contact John Williams, Executive Director of Safety and Preparedness at jwilliams@scha.org.

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