Suicide Prevention and Health Care Accreditation: A Panel Discussion with the Joint Commission-View Presentation

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Summary:<br />The video features a panel discussion led by Julie Goldstein Grumman on suicide prevention and healthcare accreditation with the Joint Commission. Panelists discuss topics such as screening, risk assessment, documentation, and training. They highlight the use of validated screening tools and the need for standardized processes while recognizing the importance of clinical judgment. The panel emphasizes ongoing education and competency assessment for healthcare staff. They stress the importance of comprehensive risk assessment and provide insights into best practices for suicide prevention. The video also discusses the importance of auditing and feedback in suicide prevention, emphasizing the need for regular chart audits and feedback to improve patient care. The speakers advocate for a blame-free culture, using data to monitor compliance and identify areas for improvement. Strategies for reaching higher-risk patients are also discussed. The speakers emphasize the importance of training, education, and evaluation to ensure quality care. No credits were granted for this video.<br /><br />Credits: <br />- Julie Goldstein Grumman: Senior Healthcare Advisor at the Suicide Prevention Resource Center<br />- Gina Malfeo-Martin: Associate Director at the Joint Commission<br />- Dr. Brian Amidani: Director of the Center for Health Policy and Health Services Research at Henry Ford Health<br />- Dr. Ed Boudreau: Clinical Psychologist at UMass Health

Keywords

suicide prevention

healthcare accreditation

screening

risk assessment

documentation

training

validated screening tools

standardized processes

clinical judgment

ongoing education

competency assessment

comprehensive risk assessment

best practices