Four key features that define a Culture of Safety

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

The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) highlights the following four key features that define a culture of safety:

1. "Recognition of the high-risk nature of health care with a commitment to “achieve consistently safe operations.”
2. "A blame-free environment where individuals can report errors or near misses without fear of reprimand or punishment."
3. "Teamwork across ranks and disciplines to address patient safety problems."
4. "Commitment from the organization to provide resources to address safety concerns."

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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