Safe Surgery: The Minnesota Time Out Process - Getting It Right (or Left)

Date: October 31, 2012 - Noon-1 p.m. CST

Presenters: Julie Apold, M.A., Sr. Director, Patient Safety, Minnesota Hospital Association
  Diane Rydrych, Director, Division of Health Policy, MN Department of Health

Description: This webinar will provide an overview of the development and implementation of the Minnesota Time Out Process. The Minnesota Time Out Process is a human-factors based approach that involves the full team in pre-procedure verification of the patient, site, and procedure. In the five years since its development, the Minnesota Time Out has become the community standard in Minnesota, and is approved by the Joint Commission. Yet some facilities continue to face challenges in understanding and implementing the Minnesota Time Out. This webinar will discuss progress towards statewide adoption of the Minnesota Time Out, as well as providing tips and resources for all facilities to assist in their implementation of this important best practice in all areas of the organization where invasive procedures are performed.

Objectives:

  • Explain the Minnesota Time Out Process steps and rationale for team roles and responsibilities.
  • Discuss barriers to consistent and effective implementation of the Time Out Process across all invasive procedure areas.
  • Explore strategies for successful implementation of these important safety steps for every patient, every procedure, every time.

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