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Intended AudienceThis program is for hospital and service-line leaders involved in developing workplace violence prevention programs for their facilities and leaders who help reduce incidents at their hospitals or other health care settings.Program Dates and LocationsFriday, June 21, Cass Health in Atlantic Friday, June 28, Regional Medical Center in ManchesterThursday, July 18, Iowa Hospital Association in Des MoinesFriday, July 19, Pocahontas Community Hospital in PocahontasFriday, July 26, Jefferson County Health Center in FairfieldAll sessions run from 1 - 4 p.m.This program is being offered regionally to minimize the travel required by participants. When registering, please select only one location. Sessions are being capped at 40 participants at each site to maximize interactions between participants.Program Agenda 1 - 2:30 p.m. Diffusing Tense Moments: How to Reduce the Likelihood of Workplace ViolenceMolly Mackey, MBA, Chief Learning Officer, LeadeRNship Institute, JesupDid you know health care workers are five times more susceptible to workplace violence than workers in other occupations? Safety matters, so training is essential to tackle the crucial issue of workplace violence head-on. Discover the steps your organization can implement, from crafting a robust workplace violence plan to analyzing incident reports.Besides workplace violence, Mackey will discuss diffusing tense crisis moments using trauma-informed care principles, providing essential skills for managing challenging situations with empathy and understanding. Participants will learn practical techniques for lowering tension, recognizing trauma triggers and fostering a safe environment for all involved. Through interactive exercises and case studies, attendees will enhance their ability to respond effectively to crises while prioritizing others’ emotional well-being.Learning objectivesComprehend the importance of building a workplace violence plan.Identify appropriate interventions for specific customers.Identify the appropriate roles that should be involved in the workplace violence committee.Review and practice de-escalation techniques.Understand the signs of escalation.2:30 - 4 p.m. Workplace Violence: A Legal PerspectiveAbhay Nadipuram, Chief Legal Officer, Iowa Hospital Association, Des Moines, and attorneys representing Adair, Bremer, Jefferson, Pocahontas and Polk countiesUnderstanding Chapter 708 of the Iowa Code, which governs general assault and assault against health care workers, is critical to building a solid workforce violence prevention program in health care facilities. During this session, participants will learn about the Iowa Code and hear from county attorneys about how best to report assaults in hospitals and what hospitals can do to help law enforcement hold bad actors accountable.Learning objectivesDescribe Chapter 708 of the Iowa Code and what it means during a workplace violence incident.Detail reporting processes for health care workers and city and county law enforcement.Explore hospital staff rights when workplace violence occurs and describe the importance of reporting.PresentersMolly Mackey is the founder and chief learning officer of the LEAdeRNship Institute and the director of knowledge acquisition and transfer at Optimate LifeServices. She received her bachelor’s degree and MBA from the University of Iowa. Mackey is a certified talent development professional and has written two books: “52 Powerful Reflection Questions for Leaders” and “52 Powerful Reflection Questions for Emotionally Intelligent Leaders.”Abhay Nadipuram is the chief legal officer for the Iowa Hospital Association. Previously, Nadipuram was vice president and chief legal officer for Care Initiatives, a long-term care provider serving more than 2,800 Iowans. He is the executive sponsor for IHA’s inclusion initiatives and is the corporate secretary and secretary to the board of officers and trustees. Nadipuram is on the board of directors for the Iowa Law School Foundation. In 2020, he was named to the Business Record’s Forty Under 40. Nadipuram is a graduate of Wartburg College and the University of Iowa College of Law.To learn more about the program click here. Questions about the event can be sent to Tori Hanson at IHA.
Intended Audience
This program is for hospital and service-line leaders involved in developing workplace violence prevention programs for their facilities and leaders who help reduce incidents at their hospitals or other health care settings.
Program Dates and Locations
Friday, June 21, Cass Health in Atlantic
Friday, June 28, Regional Medical Center in Manchester
Thursday, July 18, Iowa Hospital Association in Des Moines
Friday, July 19, Pocahontas Community Hospital in Pocahontas
Friday, July 26, Jefferson County Health Center in Fairfield
All sessions run from 1 - 4 p.m.
This program is being offered regionally to minimize the travel required by participants. When registering, please select only one location. Sessions are being capped at 40 participants at each site to maximize interactions between participants.
Program Agenda 1 - 2:30 p.m. Diffusing Tense Moments: How to Reduce the Likelihood of Workplace Violence
Molly Mackey, MBA, Chief Learning Officer, LeadeRNship Institute, Jesup
Did you know health care workers are five times more susceptible to workplace violence than workers in other occupations? Safety matters, so training is essential to tackle the crucial issue of workplace violence head-on. Discover the steps your organization can implement, from crafting a robust workplace violence plan to analyzing incident reports.
Besides workplace violence, Mackey will discuss diffusing tense crisis moments using trauma-informed care principles, providing essential skills for managing challenging situations with empathy and understanding. Participants will learn practical techniques for lowering tension, recognizing trauma triggers and fostering a safe environment for all involved. Through interactive exercises and case studies, attendees will enhance their ability to respond effectively to crises while prioritizing others’ emotional well-being.
Learning objectives
2:30 - 4 p.m. Workplace Violence: A Legal Perspective
Abhay Nadipuram, Chief Legal Officer, Iowa Hospital Association, Des Moines, and attorneys representing Adair, Bremer, Jefferson, Pocahontas and Polk counties
Understanding Chapter 708 of the Iowa Code, which governs general assault and assault against health care workers, is critical to building a solid workforce violence prevention program in health care facilities. During this session, participants will learn about the Iowa Code and hear from county attorneys about how best to report assaults in hospitals and what hospitals can do to help law enforcement hold bad actors accountable.
Presenters
Molly Mackey is the founder and chief learning officer of the LEAdeRNship Institute and the director of knowledge acquisition and transfer at Optimate LifeServices. She received her bachelor’s degree and MBA from the University of Iowa. Mackey is a certified talent development professional and has written two books: “52 Powerful Reflection Questions for Leaders” and “52 Powerful Reflection Questions for Emotionally Intelligent Leaders.”
Abhay Nadipuram is the chief legal officer for the Iowa Hospital Association. Previously, Nadipuram was vice president and chief legal officer for Care Initiatives, a long-term care provider serving more than 2,800 Iowans. He is the executive sponsor for IHA’s inclusion initiatives and is the corporate secretary and secretary to the board of officers and trustees. Nadipuram is on the board of directors for the Iowa Law School Foundation. In 2020, he was named to the Business Record’s Forty Under 40. Nadipuram is a graduate of Wartburg College and the University of Iowa College of Law.
To learn more about the program click here. Questions about the event can be sent to Tori Hanson at IHA.