According to a National Nurses United report, 81 percent of nurses have experienced at least one type of workplace violence within the past year and almost half have noticed an increase in violence at their work. Staffing the right number of hospital security guards ensures a safer environment for nurses and patients. Identifying Risks. Emergency [...]
Hospitals have been battling the COVID-19 crisis for over a month. Part of the challenge is to ensure that all those who enter hospital property are not exposed to the virus, and those exhibiting symptoms are promptly quarantined. Hospital security guards are often the first to come in contact with the sick and their families. [...]
Critical medical equipment and hospital protective gear are in short supply because of COVID-19. As these items are manufactured and processed through the supply chain, tight security has become the norm at every step. Medical Supply Manufacturing. Even during "normal" times, manufacturers place a heavy emphasis on security including employing security guards at their sites. [...]
