A Kaiser Nurse from Redwood City California sustained a work-related injury when she was pinned between an MRI machine and a between a bed. She received “deep lacerations requiring surgery after two screws became embedded in her body.” Dailymail.com It is reported that a probe found that the medical facility ‘failed to provide radiologic services… Continue reading MRI Machine Malfunction Leaves Nurse with Crushing Injuries: Injured Workers in the News, #99
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COVID-19, HEALTHCARE WORKERS, AND WORKERS’ COMPENSATION: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
A recent Occupational COVID-19, Study addressed Coronavirus Work Injury Claims for Health Care Workers. The study was done in Germany. Nienhaus A. COVID-19 among Health Workers in Germany-An Update. Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2021 Aug 31;18(17):9185. doi: 10.3390/ijerph18179185. PMID: 34501773; PMCID: PMC8431697. Healthcare Workers, being on the front line of medical care, are… Continue reading COVID-19, HEALTHCARE WORKERS, AND WORKERS’ COMPENSATION: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
HEALTHCARE WORKERS, VIOLENT PATIENTS AND WORKERS’ COMPENSATION: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Healthcare Systems have a high incidence of workplace violence. Healthcare Workers experience five times the amount of violence in comparison to the average worker in the United States. Violent acts can cause work injuries both of a physical and mental nature. Healthcare Workers, in these circumstances, may seek medical treatment and compensation via Workers’ Compensation.… Continue reading HEALTHCARE WORKERS, VIOLENT PATIENTS AND WORKERS’ COMPENSATION: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
NURSES: DOES YOUR WORKING SHIFT MATTER? MUSCULOSKELETAL INJURIES, SHIFT CHOICE AND WORKERS’ COMPENSATION: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Nurses are at risk for work-related musculoskeletal injuries (WMSD.) A study addressed whether a Nurse’s Work Shift impacted WMSDs. This article will discuss Nursing, Nursing Shifts, and how particular Shift Work may impact industrial injuries. What Are Nursing Duties? What Makes Nurse at Risk for Injury? Nursing Duties are physically demanding. Patient care can require… Continue reading NURSES: DOES YOUR WORKING SHIFT MATTER? MUSCULOSKELETAL INJURIES, SHIFT CHOICE AND WORKERS’ COMPENSATION: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
What You Need To Know About Healthcare Workers, Covid-19’s Mental Health Impact, And Workers’ Compensation
Many California Healthcare Workers are in the frontline of treating COVID-19 treatment. Treating pandemic patients can take an emotional toll on healthcare professionals. A recent study looked into this psychological impact of COVID-19 on frontline healthcare workers. Healthcare workers who suffer emotional symptoms as a result of their work may need to seek medical attention. … Continue reading What You Need To Know About Healthcare Workers, Covid-19’s Mental Health Impact, And Workers’ Compensation
MEN, DEPRESSION, SUICIDE, AND WORKERS’ COMPENSATION: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Stress impacts Men and Women differently. Studies show there are differences in the workplace. The findings are both significant and complicated. This article will discuss depression, suicide, the differences between men and women, and the implications with respect to workers’ compensation cases. What Is the Psychological Diagnosis of Depression? Per the American Psychiatric Association,… Continue reading MEN, DEPRESSION, SUICIDE, AND WORKERS’ COMPENSATION: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
NURSES IN THE WORKPLACE SUFFERING FROM STRESS: BULLYING IN THE WORKPLACE, PSYCHIATRIC INJURY AND WORKERS’ COMPENSATION: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Nursing is one of the most difficult and demanding professions in the world. It is also one of the most important. Nurses confront life and death situations on a daily basis. Nurses work with Doctors who are some of the brightest and most difficult individuals on the planet. These Doctors have demanding schedules and responsibilities… Continue reading NURSES IN THE WORKPLACE SUFFERING FROM STRESS: BULLYING IN THE WORKPLACE, PSYCHIATRIC INJURY AND WORKERS’ COMPENSATION: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW