Emergency Preparedness Setting up successful emergency exercises and implementing continuous improvement programs for emergency operations are critical components of ensuring preparedness and resilience in the face of unforeseen crises. In the recent report from the Office of Inspector General, it was revealed that nursing homes are facing issues with emergency preparedness methodology. Starting with review of a hazard vulnerability assessment, we’ll walk through the steps to provide an effective exercise and how to implement a feedback mechanism to continuously help improve planning efforts leading to more robust engagement and support.
Brian Feist, BSN, RN, Emergency Preparedness Clinical Subject Matter Expert & Lead, Telligen, Des Moines Brian Fiest is a dedicated health care professional with a rich and diverse career spanning 15 years. Prior to working for Telligen, Brian worked at a level 1 trauma center as a Trauma Coordinator, orchestrating and optimizing trauma care protocols, ensuring the highest standards of patient care in critical situations. His expertise in trauma nursing was further demonstrated through his directorship and instruction of the Trauma Nursing Core Concepts, Advanced Trauma Life Support Coordinator, Stop the Bleed Instructor, Rural Trauma Team Development Course Instructor and Director, and Disaster Management Emergency Preparedness Coordinator. In these multifaceted roles, Brian contributed significantly to the education and preparedness of health care teams, emphasizing the importance of swift and effective responses to traumatic events and emergencies. His extensive experience reflects a commitment to excellence in emergency medical services, nursing, trauma coordination, and disaster management.
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