Competence Assessment Tools for Health-System Pharmacists

Competence Assessment Tools for Health-System Pharmacists
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Publisher : ASHP
Total Pages : 986
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ISBN-10 : 9781585284047
ISBN-13 : 1585284041
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Book Synopsis Competence Assessment Tools for Health-System Pharmacists by : Lee B. Murdaugh

Download or read book Competence Assessment Tools for Health-System Pharmacists written by Lee B. Murdaugh and published by ASHP. This book was released on 2015-01-01 with total page 986 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since its original publication, Competence Assessment Tools for Health-System Pharmacies has continued to meet the changing needs of pharmacy directors and their staff. Designed as a complete human resource competence assessment program, this benchmark resource ensures pharmacy compliance with the competence assessment standards of The Joint Commission, other accrediting organizations, and the CMS Conditions of Participation. Newly updated and expanded, Competence Assessment Tools for Health-System Pharmacies provides practical tools to assess and document an employee’s ability to perform assigned duties and meet the human resource requirements of CMS, The Joint Commission, and other accrediting organizations. Save time and increase efficiency with this essential tool that supplements and reinforces staff knowledge in key competency areas. New to the Fifth Edition: - Enhanced companion website that allows you to easily adapt many of the forms included in the book for your own practice including the job descriptions and orientation record. - Updated resources for customizing job descriptions, including job description, competence assessment summary, and performance evaluation templates for a Pharmacy Purchasing Technician. - Inclusion of a study guide for the emergency management chapter. - New competencies on Medication Dosing in Patients with Hepatic Dysfunction, Pharmacokinetics: Aminoglycosides; Parenteral Anticoagulant Therapy; Oral Anticoagulant Therapy; and Compounding Non-Sterile Preparations - A new set of four competencies specifically devoted to pharmacy technicians. Also included, for the first time, is a crosswalk of all competencies which indicates which competencies are for use only with pharmacists, only with pharmacy technicians, or appropriate for both. - A new chapter on Educating the Pharmacy Staff. - New test questions in many chapters including use of a patient case report format for tests in the clinically-oriented chapters.

Competence Assessment Tools for Health-System Pharmacies

Competence Assessment Tools for Health-System Pharmacies
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Publisher : ASHP
Total Pages : 612
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ISBN-10 : 9781585283118
ISBN-13 : 1585283118
Rating : 4/5 (18 Downloads)

Book Synopsis Competence Assessment Tools for Health-System Pharmacies by : Lee B. Murdaugh

Download or read book Competence Assessment Tools for Health-System Pharmacies written by Lee B. Murdaugh and published by ASHP. This book was released on 2007-09-01 with total page 612 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since its original publication, Competence Assessment Tools for Health-System Pharmacies has continued to meet the changing needs of pharmacy directors and their staff. Designed as a complete human resource competence assessment program, this benchmark resource ensures pharmacies comply with the competence assessment standards of The Joint Commission. Newly updated and revised, Competence Assessment provides practical tools to assess and document an employee’s ability to perform assigned duties and meet Joint Commission human resource requirements. Save time and increase efficiency with this essential tool that supplements and reinforces staff knowledge in key competency areas.

Introduction to Hospital and Health-System Pharmacy Practice

Introduction to Hospital and Health-System Pharmacy Practice
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Publisher : ASHP
Total Pages : 416
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ISBN-10 : 9781585282920
ISBN-13 : 1585282928
Rating : 4/5 (20 Downloads)

Book Synopsis Introduction to Hospital and Health-System Pharmacy Practice by : David A. Holdford

Download or read book Introduction to Hospital and Health-System Pharmacy Practice written by David A. Holdford and published by ASHP. This book was released on 2010-07-20 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by leaders and experts in hospital and health-system practices and published by ASHP, the voice of the health-system pharmacy profession, Introduction to Hospital and Health-System Pharmacy Practice is required reading for students and practitioners alike. It’s a comprehensive manual for institutional pharmacy: legal and regulatory issues, medication safety, informatics, and more. Straightforward definitions and clear explanations provide a basic foundation for on-the-job training in hospitals and health-systems. It’s the only introductory textbook available in institutional pharmacy practice.This practical guide offers a highly readable introduction to key areas of pharmacy practice, including: Managing medication use Managing medication distribution Using technology in health systems Budgeting & finance responsibilities Administering and prepping sterile products Managing people Training options for careers Each chapter presents learning objectives and answers the “so what?” so common among student questions. Chapter reviews, discussion guidelines, key word definitions and interactive exercises augment the learning process.Written by hospital pharmacists for future hospital pharmacists, it’s everything important you need to know from the name you trust.For additional product resources about this publication, visit www.ashp.org/pharmacypractice

Competence Assessment for Compounding Hazardous Drugs

Competence Assessment for Compounding Hazardous Drugs
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Publisher : ASHP
Total Pages : 28
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ISBN-10 : 9781585285952
ISBN-13 : 1585285951
Rating : 4/5 (52 Downloads)

Book Synopsis Competence Assessment for Compounding Hazardous Drugs by : Patricia Kienle

Download or read book Competence Assessment for Compounding Hazardous Drugs written by Patricia Kienle and published by ASHP. This book was released on 2017-11-01 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This eReport, Compounding Hazardous Drugs, reflects the newly revised Chapter guidelines on handling hazardous drugs, specifically relating to compounding and can be used for staff competency assessment and training. Compounding hazardous drugs (HDs) requires skill in preparation, as well as protection of the compounding personnel. Injectable oncology agents comprise the majority of HDs compounded, but agents for other routes of administration and other conditions are also prepared. Competence for compounding HDs includes written and verbal instruction and review of practices for both sterile and nonsterile compounding. In this eReport, readers will learn how to do the following: • Recognize hazardous drugs • Discuss the precautions required when working with hazardous drugs • Describe the key elements for cleaning and decontaminating areas used for compounding hazardous drugs • Discuss the components of a medical surveillance program for those who compound hazardous drugs Topics covered include: • Definition of a hazardous drug • Special precautions related to compounding hazardous drugs • Facility design • Aseptic technique • Personal protective equipment • Specific work practices • Medical surveillance program A self-assessment quiz is included to verify that learning objectives have been met.

The Chapter 800 Answer Book

The Chapter 800 Answer Book
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Total Pages : 0
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ISBN-10 : 158528629X
ISBN-13 : 9781585286294
Rating : 4/5 (9X Downloads)

Book Synopsis The Chapter 800 Answer Book by : Patricia C. Kienle

Download or read book The Chapter 800 Answer Book written by Patricia C. Kienle and published by . This book was released on 2021-09-30 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Provides explanation of elements of USP Hazardous Drugs' Handling in Healthcare Settings and best practices to comply with the requirements and recommendations of the USP General Chapter"--Pref.

Assuring Continuous Complicance with Joint Commission Standards

Assuring Continuous Complicance with Joint Commission Standards
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Publisher : ASHP
Total Pages : 481
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ISBN-10 : 9781585282425
ISBN-13 : 1585282421
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Book Synopsis Assuring Continuous Complicance with Joint Commission Standards by : John P. Uselton

Download or read book Assuring Continuous Complicance with Joint Commission Standards written by John P. Uselton and published by ASHP. This book was released on 2010 with total page 481 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Maintaining continuous compliance with Joint Commission standards fosters safe, high-quality care and assures readiness for a survey at any time. The 8th edition of Assuring Continuous Compliance with Joint Commission Standards: A Pharmacy Guide provides expert help in assuring that your pharmacy is compliant. The authors have helped hundreds of hospital pharmacies comply with Joint Commission standards and prepare for surveys. Benefit from their unique perspective in this latest edition of the indispensable guide to fostering high-quality patient care by incorporating Joint Commission standards into everyday practice. New to this edition: * Current with the new 2010 National Patient Safety Goals. * Changes in Joint Commission standards renumbering. * All forms are completely updated.

Handbook of Institutional Pharmacy Practice

Handbook of Institutional Pharmacy Practice
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Publisher : ASHP
Total Pages : 593
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ISBN-10 : 9781585281145
ISBN-13 : 158528114X
Rating : 4/5 (45 Downloads)

Book Synopsis Handbook of Institutional Pharmacy Practice by : Thomas R. Brown

Download or read book Handbook of Institutional Pharmacy Practice written by Thomas R. Brown and published by ASHP. This book was released on 2006 with total page 593 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Handbook of Institutional Pharmacy Practice, 4th Edition is a comprehensive resource that provides both practical and theoretical information on today's pharmacy practices, policies, and teachings.