Does your facility have a culture of safety that supports reporting near misses, precursors, and serious safety events?

Written By Charles Maness, MSACC, BSN, RN, LNC, CPHRM

The Joint Commission advises that healthcare facilities create a culture of safety that promotes reporting near misses, precursor events, and serious safety events to promote a learning culture. The Joint Commission requires disclosure to the patient (POA, surrogate, or statutory decision-maker) when an adverse event occurs, as follows:

1) There is an effect on the patient that was not discussed in advance as a known risk.

2) When the event necessitates a change in the patient’s care

3) If the event potentially poses an important risk to the patient’s future health, including minor or immaterial changes,

4) For events involving providing a treatment or procedure without the patient’s consent.

Charles Maness, MSACC, BSN, RN, LNC, CPHRM

ARM FOR SUCCESS Founder Charles H. Maness, MSACC, BSN, RN, LNC, brings a wealth of expertise and a sales-driven mentality to the legal nurse consulting and risk management industries. As a Registered Nurse, his critical care and emergency services background spans nearly four decades. He holds a Master’s Degree in Accounting Finance specializing in corporate finance; combined with his nursing, legal education, and paralegal experience, he delivers exceptional value and results to ARM FOR SUCCESS clients.

As a highly educated professional, Charles holds a Master's degree in Accounting (MSACC) and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and has completed significant coursework in law toward a Juris Doctorate. In addition, he is a paralegal, further enhancing his understanding of the legal aspects of healthcare.

Charles's diverse educational background and comprehensive experience allow him to approach each client's needs with a deep understanding of the intricate workings of the healthcare system. His expertise spans many areas, including medical record review, risk management consultation, compliance consulting, and legal considerations within the healthcare industry. With his well-rounded knowledge, Charles is uniquely equipped to provide guidance that considers our client's operations' medical and legal aspects.

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