Locum Tenens Orientation Part 1

Please note that some of the material in this orientation may be familiar (for example, handwashing hygiene, HIPPA, etc.).

There is no realistic way to determine the knowledge level of every practitioner regarding these issues, regulatory requirements mandate this information be relayed regardless of previous content exposure.

Getting started

• This orientation is divided into 8 topics. Each topic provides you with the needed information to become oriented to Ballad Health facility policies and procedures.
• You may navigate through each topic at your own pace, by clicking on each topic link.
• You must complete this entire orientation by reviewing all information contained.
• You will be asked to sign a confirmation at the end of this orientation indicating that you have read and reviewed all material.

Online locum tenens orientation files

Section 1 – Ballad Health

• Introduction to Ballad Health (Microsoft Word document)

Section 2 – Care of the Patient

• Department of Spiritual and Pastoral Care and Center for Cultural Diversity
• Patient Rights and Responsibilities

Section 3 – Safety

• Infection Prevention
• Environment of Care Plan: Safety is Everyone's Business
• Rapid Response Team

Section 4 – Service Excellence

• Service Excellence

Section 5 – Corporate Compliance

• Corporate Compliance – What it Means to You
• HIPAA Compliance – Privacy
• HIPAA Compliance – Security

Section 6 – Patient Safety

• Abuse / Neglect / Exploitation

Section 7 – Clinical Patient Care

• Restraints
• Interdisciplinary Plan of Care
• Skin and Wound Care
• Stroke Patient Care

Section 8 – Orientation Paperwork

• Required Paperwork
• Code of Ethics (printable version)
• Print evidence of completion

If you have any questions about orientation, forms, policies, or anything student related please call Mary Rodriguez at (423) 302-3338.