Nov. 5 Professional Power Hour: Managing Family Violence in a Patient- and Family-Centered Care Environment

Posted on October 20, 2014 by Monica Mewshaw

It’s not too late to register for our next Professional Power Hour…

Managing Family Violence in a Patient- and Family-Centered Care Environment
Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2014
1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
2nd floor Conference Room, South Tower

Speakers
Rae Leonard, BSW, Abuse/Domestic Violence Program Coordinator
Kate Snyder-Taylor, MHA, BSN, RN, Manager, Employee Health

Have you felt intimated by a patient’s family? Are you unsure of how to properly screen a patient for abuse/violence when their family members are in the room? Have you ever suspected a patient’s partner/family member was abusive, but did not address it for fear of creating “problems”? Have you witnessed a patient being verbally abused by a family member?

Learn more about these issues, as well as risk assessment and resources for improved staff and patient safety. Discussion will address real life scenarios and any gaps in current model. RSVP here: Yes, I will attend