What Should be Included in a Policy and Procedure Manual?
A well-structured policy and procedure manual should cover various key areas:
- Administrative Policies: These include guidelines on organizational structure, staff roles, and responsibilities, as well as policies on attendance, leave, and disciplinary actions. - Clinical Procedures: Detailed protocols for patient care activities such as medication administration, wound care, and infection control. - Emergency Procedures: Guidelines for handling emergencies, including code blue situations, natural disasters, and other critical incidents. - Ethical Guidelines: Policies on patient confidentiality, informed consent, and professional conduct. - Documentation Standards: Guidelines on maintaining accurate and thorough patient records.
