In 2022, the ICU CUSP (Comprehensive Unit-based Safety Program) Committee conducted a meeting centered on addressing the 2022 catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI) rate and analyzing a CAUTI case identified in July 2022. The team conducted a thorough chart review to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement.
The ICU Liberation Bundle was initially implemented in Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa ICU in 2021. However, as with all protocols, maintaining up-to-date best practices requires consistent updates and reeducation. This ensures that nurses and other disciplines continue to provide the highest standard of care aligned with current evidence-based guidelines.
Following review of staff injuries within the department and the People Pulse Workplace Safety Index score, the Home Health leadership team explored new and innovative ways to have central communication to keep the multidisciplinary team safe.
KP CARES 2.0 is a regional, multi-site study that builds upon the foundational KP CARES 1.0 research by integrating experiential learning content focused on equity, inclusion, and diversity (EID).
Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa is dedicated to enhancing its strategies for addressing community health needs, recognizing that positive health outcomes require collaborative planning and partnerships with local stakeholders and leaders.
Dana’ya Bastos-Amaro, MSN, RN, Nurse Manager in the Perioperative Services department at Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa, took on her new role last year with a commitment to transforming both departmental dynamics and employee engagement.
At the end of 2023 and into 2024, Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa experienced a notable increase in patient fall rates, including falls with injury, despite the continuation of the 2022 performance improvement strategies. Recognizing the need for new approaches, the…
Non-Invasive Vent Removal has become increasingly prevalent with the aging and chronically ill patient populations.
In March 2024, the Pediatric Unit Practice Council (UPC) identified the need for a dedicated pediatric treatment room to enhance the care experience for hospitalized children.
The Gravenstein Apple Fair was a shining example of Stroke Champion RN leadership and initiative.