Care Transitions from Inpatient to Outpatient Settings: Applying Best Practices-Presentation and Q&A

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Video Summary

In this video, Megan and Jack discuss the importance of effective care transitions in suicide prevention. They highlight the hospital liaison program at Centerstone, which coordinates care between inpatient facilities and discharged clients. Megan emphasizes the need for strong communication and collaboration between healthcare providers, as well as engaging clients before discharge to explain their transition to outpatient care. They also discuss the value of caring contacts, such as appointment reminders and follow-up calls, in improving engagement and reducing no-show rates. Data is used to measure outcomes and make improvements. Jack shares his experience in implementing suicide prevention practices at The Ridge, a residential treatment center. He emphasizes involving institutional management, utilizing data, and maintaining strong communication between emergency departments and inpatient treatment providers. The presenters stress the importance of training staff in evidence-based suicide prevention practices and involving peer support staff in care transitions. The video highlights strategies to improve care transitions and emphasizes their significance in suicide prevention. Overall, it provides practical insights for healthcare professionals to enhance the care and support provided during the transition from inpatient to outpatient settings.

Keywords

care transitions

suicide prevention

hospital liaison program

inpatient facilities

discharged clients

communication

collaboration

outpatient care

caring contacts

data measurement

residential treatment center

emergency departments

evidence-based practices