2011 Nursing Annual Report - UNM Hospitals - University of New ...
2011 Nursing Annual Report - UNM Hospitals - University of New ...
2011 Nursing Annual Report - UNM Hospitals - University of New ...
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ANNUAL NURSING REPORT <strong>2011</strong> — QUALITY<br />
Compared to the 50th Percentile (Median) for Academic Medical Centers (AMC), <strong>UNM</strong>H was:<br />
First Quarter: Lower Than<br />
Second Quarter: Higher Than<br />
Third Quarter: Higher Than<br />
Fourth Quarter: Lower Than<br />
The ICU units use a blood stream infection (BSI) checklist during the insertion <strong>of</strong> a central line. Use <strong>of</strong> the<br />
checklist is good but can be improved for consistency <strong>of</strong> excellent patient care. Documentation occurs in<br />
the patient’s electronic medical record (EMR). All supplies are bundled so they are readily available when<br />
the procedure begins. <strong>UNM</strong>H is participating in the <strong>New</strong> Mexico state (BSI) collaborative in order to<br />
decrease infections and learn best practices. One area <strong>of</strong> opportunity is to determine the best practice<br />
when cleaning the ports prior to use. <br />
Did You Know<br />
Each year at Bring Your Child to Work Day the Operating Room<br />
staff create a hands-on scenario for student attendees to get a<br />
taste <strong>of</strong> what it’s like to prep for and perform an operation<br />
The kids dress in gowns, masks, caps, shoe covers and gloves,<br />
and then participate in a Time Out protocol before their<br />
surgical experience! The kids love it. <br />
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