Eliminating Risk Using a Hospital Intranet
It has happened to even the most meticulous of hospitals, a mix-up in patient documentation or possibly a policy wasn’t updated to the new regulations leading to an old protocol getting administered, both issues that can yield complications for patient care. If this has happened at your hospital or healthcare organization, then you know the importance of enhancing processes and systems by implementing an effective policy management program. A hospital Intranet offers the hospital a chance to develop, update, and collaborate on policy management efforts which can eliminate risk in a healthcare environment.
Effective Policy Management With An Intranet
The development of standardized policies and procedures can help to mitigate risk by promoting regulatory compliance and workplace safety. A hospital Intranet allows for staff members to create well-written, easy to update policies and procedures which can aid in the reduction of substandard patient care. Without an Intranet, the hospital would have to embark on a lengthy process of manual management and email communication around the same policy to several different department heads, waiting for approval and without being able to track the changes that were made. However, a hospital Intranet immediately eliminates these barriers to effective policy creation and execution.
Enforcing Accountability To Improve Patient Safety
Implementing an enterprise content management system such as the HospitalPORTAL Intranet with a built-in policy management platform is a key method for reducing the possibility of patient harm. With state of the art, built-in features such as track changes, read acknowledgement, automated workflows, on-screen reminders for review/approval tasks, and a number of reporting and audit trail options, it is impossible for a provider to avoid responsibility regarding any changes they may have made to policies involving patient care. This serves to keep hospital staff accountable and to accurately monitor when changes and updates occur that could compromise or even enhance patient care.
Promoting Hospital Compliance
One of the primary ways to ensure that a patient is receiving the highest possible standard of care is to adhere to procedural regulations. A hospital Intranet promotes hospital compliance which in turn, raises the level of patient/staff interactions, creating a more unified workforce that is delivering more standardized care. In addition to reducing medical practice variations, the Intranet enhances the hospital’s ability to comply with statutes, regulations, and accreditation requirements such as those set forth by HIPAA, helping them to pass surveys and meet regulatory mandates.
When patient care standards are formalized through the deployment of hospital policies and procedures, this enhances adherence to pre-established medical care standards which lends a positive reputation for your hospital.
Take the time to explore our website and learn more about the HospitalPORTAL Intranet and policy management solution. HospitalPORTAL is truly a great resource for enhancing patient safety and reducing risk in a hospital setting with easy to use tools that can assist your daily compliance and risk management routines. Learn more about our services by exploring the website today.