Risk Management in Healthcare – What a practitioner needs to know
Course Description:
This course provides a practical introduction to risk management in healthcare, tailored specifically for frontline practitioners. Healthcare environments are complex and high-stakes, and even minor oversights can lead to adverse outcomes for patients and legal or reputational consequences for professionals and institutions.
Participants will learn how to identify, assess, and manage clinical and administrative risks in various healthcare settings. The course explores key concepts such as incident reporting, root cause analysis, risk reduction strategies, and the development of a safety culture within healthcare teams. Legal implications, ethical considerations, and the role of regulatory bodies will also be discussed.
By the end of the course, practitioners will be equipped with the tools and confidence to anticipate risks, respond effectively to incidents, and contribute proactively to safer, more efficient healthcare delivery.
Learning Objectives:
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Understand the core principles of healthcare risk management.
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Identify common clinical and operational risks in day-to-day practice.
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Utilize tools such as risk assessments and root cause analysis to improve safety.
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Implement practical strategies for minimizing medical errors and adverse events.
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Promote a culture of safety, transparency, and accountability.
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Recognize the legal and ethical dimensions of risk management in healthcare.
Target Audience:
This course is designed for all healthcare professionals, including clinicians, nurses, midwives, hospital managers, quality assurance officers, and anyone involved in clinical governance or patient safety initiatives.
