Patients’ Rights And Organizational Ethics
How are patients educated on their rights and responsibilities?
•Patient receive information of their rights and responsibilities during the admission process.
•Patient rights are posted in prominent areas throughout the organization (e.g., Pt. registration areas).
•Patients are involved in their plan of care.
How do employees support patient’s rights?
•Staff does not discriminate against age, race, religion, etc.
•Patients have the right to the name of their own physicians.
•Staff communicate complaints to the Charge Nurse or Administration verbally or using the patient complaint form. Any concerns should be addressed in a timely manner.