Safety is the keystone

Safety is the keystone in excellent performance. Visible leadership support, from both nursing and physician arenas, is a necessary foundation for patient safety initiatives, as is the foundation of a fair and just culture(DuPree, Anderson, McEvoy, & Brodman, 2011). We must look at developing a culture of safety in each of practice areas and expect the best from all who work there. Advancement of safety culture for healthcare will take hold when safety is the keystone in the organization. Will you join the fight and make safety your keystone for your organization?

Reference:

DuPree, E., Anderson, R., McEvoy, M., & Brodman, M. (2011). Professionalism: A necessary ingredient in a culture of safety. Joint Commission Journal on Quality & Patient Safety, 37(10), 447-455.