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Ochsner Medical Center-Baton Rouge earns Acute Stroke Ready Certification from Joint Commission

DAIC

milla1cf Mon, 05/20/2024 - 08:00 May 20, 2024 — Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval and the American Stroke Association’s Heart-Check mark for Acute Stroke Ready Certification. To achieve certification, OMC-Baton Rouge underwent a rigorous, unannounced onsite.

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Abstract WP56: Neuroscience Nurse Navigator a New Compass in Continuation of Care Among Stroke Populations

Stroke Journal

Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWP56-AWP56, February 1, 2024. This role was developed as a means to meet and fulfill Joint Commission recommendations, along with the Comprehensive Stroke Certification (CSC) standards. The development of the stroke support group was initiated as well.

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Abstract WP61: Effective Utilization of Stroke Survey QR Code Leads to Improved Completion of Stroke Survey

Stroke Journal

Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWP61-AWP61, February 1, 2024. Background:The CSC Advanced Disease-Specific Certification program requires hospitals to provide stroke education to patients and family members. A QR code was placed in the patient’s stroke education folder and displayed prominently in visible areas.

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Abstract WP54: Design and Preliminary Results on an Educational Intervention to Foster Stroke Coordinator Engagement, Knowledge, and Job Satisfaction

Stroke Journal

Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWP54-AWP54, February 1, 2024. Background:Stroke Coordinators (SC) are instrumental in overseeing the development, evaluation, and sustainability of processes that drive the Stroke Care System. Conclusions:Stroke care continues to rapidly evolve, and SC are often untrained for the role.

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Abstract TP47: When Folks Stroke at a Freestand: Building Successful Stroke Workflows for Freestanding Emergency Departments

Stroke Journal

Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATP47-ATP47, February 1, 2024. All sites have 24/7 neurology provider coverage from an internal Neurohospitalist group that responds to stroke alerts in person or via telestroke. NIHSS certification is required and renewed every two years.

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