The Joint Commission Big Book of Checklists by
Checklists are proven tools for getting things done-and more importantly, getting things done the right way every time. By providing a standardized approach, checklists simplify complex tasks and processes. When used consistently and correctly, a well- developed checklist can help ensure safe patient care. This updated third edition of the best-selling Joint Commission Big Book of Checklists includes new and revised checklists, tools, and templates for health care organizations to use and customize. There are checklists for a myriad of tasks, including accreditation preparation, continuous compliance, and performance improvement. New topics in this third edition include health care worker safety, workplace violence prevention and mitigation, cybersecurity, telehealth, health care equity, and much more.
The APIC/JCR Infection Prevention and Control Workbook by
This brand-new 4th edition of a bestseller is the must-have title for infection preventionists and other leaders in your health care organization. Co-published by Joint Commission Resources (JCR) and the Association for Professionals in Infection Prevention and Epidemiology (APIC), featuring information from experts at APIC as well as The Joint Commission, this workbook covers infection prevention and control in all health care settings and offers authoritative guidance, best practices, practical tools, valuable checklists, and more. This workbook also explains Joint Commission accreditation standards and their applicability and relevance, particularly important in today's challenging health care environment. New to this edition is a discussion of Joint Commission International (JCI) standards so that readers can see the applicability of the content from an international health care perspective.
The Source: For Joint Commission Compliance Strategies
Improve your compliance with Joint Commission accreditation and certification requirements across all health care settings with The Source. This monthly digital newsletter features practical compliance strategies and solutions, news, and tools straight from The Joint Commission. Perfect for health care leaders, frontline providers, and anyone responsible for educating staff and ensuring compliance with Joint Commission requirements.
The Joint Commission: Environment of Care News
Infection Prevention and Control Issues in the Environment of Care by
The fifth edition of the best-selling Infection Prevention and Control Issues in the Environment of Care is designed to help infection preventionists, other infection prevention and control practitioners, and physical environment professionals collaborate to design, improve, and manage an infection prevention and control program that will protect patients, staff, and visitors from the threat of infection. This edition explores the keys to maintaining a safe, infection-free environment, which includes reducing and controlling environmental hazards and risks. It examines various infection risks, both in the United States and abroad, that can be minimized or eradicated through proper management of the physical environment. Topics new to the fifth edition include expanded information on utility systems, including prevention of waterborne illness, and expanded information on planning for and managing infectious disease emergencies, including lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Joint Commission International Accreditation Standards for Hospitals by
Provides the basis for accreditation of hospitals throughout the world. Joint Commission International (JCI) standards define the performance expectations, structures, and functions that must be in place for a hospital to be accredited by JCI. The effective date of the 7th Edition is 1 January 2021 (extended from the originally announced date of 1 October 2020), which means all surveys that begin on or after this date will be surveyed under the 7th Edition.
