Inspection, Regulations and Compliance
This course delves into the intricate world of inspection, regulatory compliance, and safety for neonatal incubators, radiant warmers, and associated support equipment. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of critical industry standards, including specific sections of the Healthcare Facilities Code applicable to patient care environments. Topics cover meticulous electrical safety testing, preparation for external accreditation body inspections, and the critical role of accurate maintenance record-keeping. The curriculum also addresses essential procedures for managing equipment recalls, adhering to incident reporting guidelines, and implementing preventative maintenance strategies to uphold the highest standards of patient safety and equipment reliability. Practical labs reinforce theoretical knowledge, ensuring students are proficient and compliant.
InstructorJacob CalhounCourse outline
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Syllabus
["Week 1: Lesson 1: Introduction to Neonatal Equipment and Regulatory Landscape","Week 2: Lesson 2: Core Principles of Electrical Safety in Healthcare Facilities","Week 3: Lesson 3: Understanding the Healthcare Facilities Code (NFPA 99) for Critical Care","Week 4: Hands-on Lab: Electrical Safety Testing of Patient Care Equipment","Week 5: Lesson 5: Performance Verification of Neonatal Incubators","Week 6: Lesson 6: Performance Verification of Radiant Warmers and Phototherapy Units","Week 7: Lesson 7: Calibration and Quality Control for Monitoring Equipment","Week 8: Hands-on Lab: Neonatal Equipment Performance Verification & Midterm Review","Week 9: Lesson 9: Documentation, Maintenance Records, and Asset Management Systems","Week 10: Lesson 10: Accreditation Body Readiness: Joint Commission and CMS Compliance","Week 11: Hands-on Lab: Preparing for an Accreditation Survey and Documentation Audit","Week 12: Lesson 12: Equipment Recalls, Alerts, and Corrective Actions","Week 13: Lesson 13: Incident Reporting and Root Cause Analysis for Medical Devices","Week 14: Capstone Service Project: Comprehensive Inspection and Compliance Plan Development"]