The health care industry is widely considered to be one of the most challenging and potentially dangerous. Health care workers take on a variety of different roles, such as doctors, nurses and paramedics. Not only are health care workers concerned with treating...
Health Care Worker Injuries
What is the leading cause of lost-time injuries at hospitals?
Health care is a dangerous profession. Anyone who comes into a hospital could have a dangerous disease that they could spread to others, including the people who work at the facility. Even if infection wasn't a concern, there are many other safety concerns. Health...
Health care is a hazardous occupation
In California, healthcare workers have some of the riskiest jobs. Currently, the health care industry is among the fastest-growing sectors in the country. Although healthcare is an important field, nurses and hospital staff are predisposed to a hazardous environment....
Workplace safety strategies for nurses to avoid injuries
Workplace safety is a priority for all California workers. This is especially true for nurses. Because the inherent requirements of the job make it necessary for nurses to place themselves in harm’s way, there are unique challenges to maintaining a safe workplace....
Why are nurses at such high risk for injuries and illnesses?
Registered nurses (RNs) are critical to the health care system in the United States. These medical professionals bridge the gap between patients and doctors. They're the individuals who provide dedicated care to sick individuals when they most need help. This is why...
There are many workplace hazards that health care workers face
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) data shows that at least 18 million Americans are employed in the health care sector in the United States. At least 80% of the individuals who work in this ever-growing industry are women. NIOSH data shows...
What do you do after a sharps injury?
As a health care worker, you may be at increased risk for a sharps injury. Such an injury occurs when you come in contact with an improperly disposed-of needle that penetrates the skin. Sharps injuries are dangerous because they can expose you to bloodborne pathogens...
Workers’ comp for nurses: Caring for those who care for us
Most Americans are very lucky to have access to healthcare when we need it. Whether we are sick or injured, it is a great comfort to know that hospitals and medical professionals are never far away.Unfortunately, being a certain kind of medical professional often...