STANDARD INCIDENT PROCEDURE

  1. Assess the environment for hazards.
  2. Contact emergency services if required.
  3. Provide First Aid.
  4. Treat for shock.
  5. Locate nearest defibrillator if required.
  6. Nominate staff to stay with patient until stable or hand over to family member or emergency services (this person to stay with patient to hospital until discharged or handed on to family).
  7. Contact patient family member or support person. Exchange phone details.
  8. Contact CRNZ by phone, consult with CEO prior to informing external media and using social media channels.
  9. Keep family and CRNZ updated.
  10. Fill in incident report form as soon as possible. 

INCIDENT REPORT FORM

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