Work related stress and burnout are occurring in high numbers, affecting caregiver productivity and patient safety. The goal of this course is to provide healthcare professionals with an overview of substance abuse risk factors and signs of impairment in the workplace environment. The program will review mandatory reporting laws and resources available to assist the impaired employee.
Course Publication Date:
April 19, 2022
This course is available with
NO ADDITIONAL FEE if you have an active
one year unlimited membership!
| Author: | Maureen Sullivan-Tevault RN, BSN, CEN, CDCES |
| Course No: | FL-RECIMP-22 |
| Contact Hours: | 2.00 |
| Delivery Method: | Online Self Study |
| Category: | Leadership & Case Management
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Learning Objectives
Discuss the definition of impairment and its scope of impact on the healthcare setting
Verbalize employer initiatives to promote safety and provide assistance
Discuss risk factors for substance abuse in healthcare professionals
Identify signs of impairment in the workplace setting
Discuss Florida mandatory reporting laws
Outline essential steps in reporting suspected healthcare professional impairment
Review types of treatment programs available for impaired healthcare professionals.
Identify additional resources for substance abuse treatment