Ensuring daily communication, realistic expectations, and family-centered care as integral components of patient recovery. In the HospiTEL model, the Standards Officer is a guardian of communication excellence and family engagement — measuring both compliance metrics and the quality of human connection that defines 5-star IRF care.
Establish warm, consistent communication pathways within 24 hours
| # | Checklist Item | Timing / Trigger | Done | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Primary family contact identified and documented (name, relationship, phone, email) | Within 24 hours of admission | |||
| 2 | Backup family contact identified (if primary is unavailable) | Within 24 hours of admission | |||
| 3 | HIPAA/consent verified for all individuals we are allowed to share clinical information with | Within 24 hours of admission | |||
| 4 | Preferred communication method documented: | Within 24 hours of admission | |||
| 5 | Daily contact standard explained: "We will reach out to you once each day with a brief update because your involvement is critical to recovery" | Within 24 hours of admission | |||
| 6 | First "Welcome & Orientation" contact completed (introduce Oasis Point IRF level, robotics, HospiTEL culture, visiting guidelines) | Within 24 hours of admission |
Ensure clear, consistent discharge planning and post-discharge support pathways
| # | Checklist Item | Timing / Trigger | Done | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | Final discharge plan (destination, date range, equipment, services) confirmed with family; questions answered | Within 48 hours before discharge | |||
| 21 | Family verbalized understanding of: likely recovery level at discharge, red-flag symptoms, and who to call after discharge | Within 48 hours before discharge | |||
| 22 | Family given clear contact pathways post-discharge (phone numbers, home health/outpatient contact, MD follow-up) | At discharge |
Track falls, medications, skin integrity, infection prevention, behavioral risks, emergency readiness, and robotics safety
| # | Checklist Item | Timing / Trigger | Done | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 | Fall risk score assessed and documented (Low/Moderate/High) | Within 24 hours of admission | |||
| 24 | Current mobility order documented (bedrest, chair only, ambulate with assist, etc.) | Within 24 hours of admission | |||
| 25 | Required assist level documented (independent, standby, contact guard, min/mod/max assist) | Within 24 hours of admission | |||
| 26 | Device required documented (walker, cane, wheelchair, lift, etc.) | Within 24 hours of admission | |||
| 27 | Bed/chair alarm in use for high-risk patients (Y/N) | Within 24 hours of admission | |||
| 28 | If fall occurred: post-fall huddle completed within 24 hours (Y/N/NA) | Within 24 hours of any fall | |||
| 29 | Active high-alert medications identified (anticoagulants, insulin, IV opioids, etc.) | Within 24 hours of admission | |||
| 30 | Medication reconciliation completed at admission/transfer | Within 24 hours of admission | |||
| 31 | Pain reassessment protocol followed after PRN opioids (Y/N/NA) | Per facility policy | |||
| 32 | Skin risk score assessed (Braden or facility tool: Low/Moderate/High) | Within 24 hours of admission | |||
| 33 | Existing pressure injuries documented (stage, location) if present | Within 24 hours of admission | |||
| 34 | Turning/repositioning schedule established and followed for at-risk patients | Daily | |||
| 35 | Pressure-relief surfaces in use for high-risk patients (special mattress, cushions, heel protection) | Within 24 hours of admission | |||
| 36 | Isolation status documented (None/Contact/Droplet/Airborne) | Within 24 hours of admission | |||
| 37 | Device-related infection risks identified (central line, Foley, PEG, trach, etc.) | Within 24 hours of admission | |||
| 38 | Line/Foley necessity reviewed daily - still needed? (Y/N/NA) | Daily | |||
| 39 | MDRO flags documented if present (MRSA, C. diff, VRE, etc.) | Within 24 hours of admission | |||
| 40 | Cognitive status baseline documented (oriented/disoriented, impulsive, poor insight) | Within 24 hours of admission | |||
| 41 | Behavioral risk flags identified (agitation, aggression, delirium, elopement risk) | Within 24 hours of admission | |||
| 42 | 1:1 observation/sitter in place if required (Y/N/NA) | As needed | |||
| 43 | Code status verified and visible (Full Code/DNR/DNI/etc.) | Within 24 hours of admission | |||
| 44 | Early warning indicators monitored (vital sign changes, mental status changes, stroke signs) | Daily and as needed | |||
| 45 | Robotics clearance verified if applicable (device type, contraindications, harness fit, weight limits) | Before each robotics session |
Align family expectations with clinical assessments and realistic recovery trajectory
| # | Checklist Item | Timing / Trigger | Done | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Explained that the team will complete comprehensive therapeutic and medical assessments and create an integrated plan of care by about Day 4 | During first contact | |||
| 8 | In that explanation, informed family that after assessments, we will review our expectations for recovery and their questions about likely outcomes | During first contact | |||
| 9 | Therapy and nursing assessments completed and documented in IDPOC/plan of care | By end of Day 3 | |||
| 10 | Day-4 (or next business day) IDT/plan-of-care review completed (goals, barriers, discharge direction agreed upon by team) | Day 4-5 | |||
| 11 | Post-Day-4 Family Expectations Conversation completed (in-person or remote), summarizing: current functional level, major goals, and likely trajectory | Within 24 hours after IDT/POC completion | |||
| 12 | During that conversation: asked, "What questions do you have about our expectations for your loved one's recovery, and what outcomes matter most to you?" | Same as #11 | |||
| 13 | Any unrealistic expectations identified (e.g., timeline, independence level) and addressed with education; key points documented for IDT | Same as #11 |
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Identify and equip home caregivers as partners in the recovery process
| # | Checklist Item | Timing / Trigger | Done | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | Primary home caregiver(s) identified (name, relationship, work schedule, distance from facility) | By Day 4 | |||
| 15 | Explained caregiver training and involvement (e.g., observing therapy sessions, hands-on teaching, discharge conference) | By Day 4 | |||
| 16 | Family informed that daily contacts will include: summary of condition, what was done in therapy that day, and any changes in treatment/discharge planning | By Day 4 | |||
| 17 | Daily Family Communication Log initiated (see separate form) and used to document daily outreach/updates or attempts | Within first 48 hours |
Document daily family contacts, caregiver training, and follow-up needs
Provide encouragement, emotional support, and coping resources throughout the stay
| # | Checklist Item | Timing / Trigger | Done | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | At least one "supportive/encouragement" contact documented (beyond pure clinical data – emotional or spiritual support, coping tips, etc.) | By Day 7 | |||
| 19 | Family stress or coping concerns identified and, if moderate/high, referrals offered (SW, chaplain, family meeting, education) | By Day 7 and as needed |
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Document leadership encounters using the H.E.A.R.T. framework: Hear, Empathize, Act, Respect, Thank
1 = Poor | 2 = Below Average | 3 = Satisfactory | 4 = Good | 5 = Exemplary
Document daily family outreach with clinical updates, therapy progress, and supportive content
Instructions:
One row per day of patient stay. Every contact must include: status summary, what was done today, any changes, and helpful/encouraging content.