Webinar: Creating Safer Care Environments: Preventing Sexual Abuse and False Allegations

ABOUT THE WEBINAR:

Sexual abuse and molestation (SAM) cases and allegations present serious threats to the safe and healing environment that patients expect in healthcare settings. The actual prevalence of sexual abuse by healthcare professionals is difficult to determine, as research indicates that only 5-10% of patients who experience sexual misconduct report the assault. The increasing number of SAM claims, combined with the rising costs associated with nuclear verdicts in these cases, not only cause harm to patients and staff, but also expose healthcare organizations to significant legal risks, financial losses, reputational damage, and higher insurance premiums. Organizations can protect themselves, patients, staff, and providers through implementation of evidence-based risk management strategies.

ABOUT OUR PRESENTER:

Robin Bell, MBA, RN, CPG is a seasoned nursing professional with over 10 years of clinical experience including critical care, outpatient ambulatory management, post-acute care, and risk management. Currently, Robin works as a Healthcare Safety Consultant at Marsh McLennan Agency, leveraging a strong commitment to quality and safety to design and implement personalized risk management programs for her clients, focusing on patient and employee safety. Robin has a specialized certification and training in sexual abuse and molestation prevention as a Certified Praesidium Guardian. Robin's unique blend of clinical experience and business acumen equips her to understand the operational aspects of healthcare while also connecting with frontline staff.

CMGMA webinars are approved for 1.0 CE credit hour of LIVE learning from MGMA for those attending the live session.

CMGMA Webinars are approved for 1.0 CE credit hour from MGMA for on-demand listening.