TJC Surveys Resumed
TJC surveys resumed on a limited basis in June. Here’s how you can expect the process to work.
Survey Readiness
Emergency Management Evaluation Tool
During consultation, we see numerous drill evaluations. In fact, many resemble the EC management plan evaluations some organizations prepare. …
The Return To Normalcy In Healthcare
The return to normalcy in healthcare will be far from normal. But as the curve flattens and states start to reopen, here are some of the changes you …
Sterile Compounding Evaluation Tool
A new sterile compounding evaluation tool is in the works at TJC. At the recent consultant forum they detailed their plan to share it with accredited …
Healthcare Mold Management
Healthcare mold management. It’s a concern for an increasing number of organizations. And if you read the newspapers, you have likely seen the …
Closed Loop Communication Of Test Results
Closed loop communication of test results. It means that every test result is sent, received, and addressed in a timely manner, and the patient is …
FAQ Modifications
The recent Joint Commission website redesign includes an important change. Now, it contains a date last modified next to each FAQ.
Joint Commission Dissemination Policy
The Joint Commission dissemination and copying policy relative to Perspectives is changing. Although the old policy is still printed on the last page …
Emergency Management
When a disaster strikes it can wreak havoc on your operation. But, applying for a 1135 federal waiver can assist your team with emergency management. …
Essential Oils, A Medication?
Are essential oils used for aroma therapy considered a medication by TJC? An FAQ in the Medication Management chapter provides what we view as an …