Quality, Safety, Injury Prevention (QSIP)

The Quality, Safety, and Injury Prevention (QSIP) Committee of the Colorado Emergency Nurses Association (COENA) is dedicated to enhancing the quality of care, safety, and injury prevention for both emergency nurses and the communities they serve. We aim to provide targeted education, practical tools, and valuable resources to address critical emergency care and injury prevention issues. 

Our mission is to advance the knowledge and skills of emergency nurses and empower the community through evidence-based practices and innovative educational initiatives. We strive to improve patient outcomes and promote safety through proactive harm reduction strategies, effective education, and collaborative efforts. 

1. Harm Reduction Education: Develop and disseminate educational materials, such as harm reduction videos, to inform and guide emergency nurses and community members on best practices for reducing harm in various situations.
2. Naloxone Distribution: Facilitate the distribution of Naloxone and provide training on its use to combat opioid overdoses and improve community response to this critical issue.
3. Addiction Stigma Reduction: Address and work to reduce the stigma associated with addiction through educational campaigns and resources, fostering a more supportive and informed approach to addiction treatment and care.
4. Gun Safety: Promote the use of gun locks and other safety measures through community outreach and educational initiatives aimed at preventing gun-related injuries and accidents.
5. Cold Water Drowning Prevention: Increase awareness and prevention of cold-water drowning incidents by creating and distributing educational signs and resources to inform the public about safety measures and emergency response.
6. Extrication Education: Provide instructional videos and training on effective patient extrication from vehicles to ensure emergency nurses are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary for safe and efficient patient care during vehicular incidents.
7. Mental Health Resources for ED Nurses: Develop and provide resources and support for emergency department nurses' mental health and well-being. This includes offering access to mental health resources, stress management tools, and counseling services to help manage the unique challenges and emotional demands of working in high-stress environments.

• Development and distribution of educational videos, pamphlets, and online resources
• Hosting workshops and training sessions for emergency nurses and community members
• Collaborating with other organizations and stakeholders to enhance community outreach and education
• Evaluating the effectiveness of educational tools and strategies to continuously improve our efforts

Through our work, we aim to equip emergency nurses with the necessary tools and knowledge to handle challenging situations effectively, reduce injury rates, and improve overall patient and community safety. By addressing critical issues and providing valuable education, we contribute to a safer, more informed community, ensuring better outcomes for those we serve. 

We welcome dedicated professionals and community members to join our committee to make a meaningful impact on quality, safety, and injury prevention. Together, we can advance our mission and support a safer, healthier community.

For more information or to get involved, please contact: InjuryPrevention@ColoradoENA.org

In 2019, Walk the Talk America formally partnered with Zephyr Wellness to provide cultural competence classes for mental health clinicians who wish to improve their understanding of firearms culture.

https://walkthetalkamerica.org/classes/
 

This free brief 60-minute course focuses on areas where clinicians can help reduce the risk of firearm-related injury and death, including suicide, dementia, intimate partner violence, unintentional injury, and mass shootings.

Learners can start and stop whenever is convenient and earn one Continuing Education (CE) credit from the California Medical Association (CMA) or the American Psychological Association (APA).

https://www.bulletpointsproject.org/bulletpoints-continuing-education-course/