Hospital-Based Incident Command Systems: Small and Rural Hospitals

• 2019

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• Melissa Harvey; John Hick; Steve Ikuta; Michael Patterson; Casey Fleckenstein; Michael O'Keefe

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This slide set presentation explains how small and rural hospitals can use Hospital-Based Incident Command Systems (HICS) to handle emergencies. It describes the importance of having a clear plan and roles for staff during crises like natural disasters or pandemics. The guide offers steps for setting up HICS, including training staff, communication strategies, and resource management. It highlights the need for flexibility in plans to adapt to different situations. By using HICS, these hospitals can improve their response times and ensure patient safety during emergencies.

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Focus Areas: Infrastructure Failure; Natural Disasters; Severe Weather; Violence

Audiences: Emergency Managers; EMS Clinicians; Nurses; Physicians

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Disaster Planning; Emergency Medical Services; Hospital Administration; Rural Health Services

Institutions: ASPR TRACIE

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