Within our HCA facilities, isolated events resulting in burn injury to the chest, neck, head and facial areas of the patient have been reported from defibrillator use.  While defibrillator fires are not completely preventable, with appropriate precautions and techniques, the risk can be mitigated. 

Please familiarize yourselves with the below documents to help us lower the risk of these events.

OR Fire Risk Assessment & Protocol

Patient Safety Defibrillator Huddle Card

Thank you for your dedication to patient safety!

HealthTrust Workforce Solutions is excited to enhance the employment experience of every clinician and assist in providing exceptional care to patients across the country. At this time, we wanted to provide an update regarding our timekeeping expectations for clinicians.

Kronos Punches at HCA Healthcare Facilities:

If you are aware that a punch was missed or a correction needs to be made in Kronos, please notify the Time Editor at the facility (i.e. Nursing Office or Unit manager), so they may enter the corrections in real-time so it will not delay your pay. It is your responsibility to ensure your punches are reflected and accurate in Kronos.

Meal Breaks:

• You are expected to take a 30-minute meal break during each shift.
• The most common issues are short and missed meal breaks.
• Punches out and back in must be at least 30-minutes in order for the meal break to register
• Tip: Set a timer on your phone for 30–35 minutes to remind you to ensure a full 30-minute meal break
•  Be sure to work out an assigned meal break time with a buddy or arrange with the charge nurse to ensure coverage & compliance.
• Meal breaks must be taken within the first 8 hours of your 12-hour shift, but not before the first four hours of your shift.
• In the event that you are unable to take a meal break, please notify the facility designee (Charge, Supervisor, Director) and document per facility guidelines.

Please Note: Failure to comply with the above performance expectations may result in disciplinary action leading up to termination.

Clinicians, we are thankful for your commitment and dedication to patient care!

HealthTrust Workforce Solutions is proud to have the opportunity to continuously provide employment to excellent clinicians who are dedicated to patient care. At this time, we wanted to provide an update regarding our current floating expectations for clinicians working on a per diem basis. 

If you work with HealthTrust Workforce Solutions on a per diem basis, you may be asked to float or transfer to an assigned unit or shift, for which you are qualified, including working "Charge" as directed by the Client facility. You may also be asked to float to another facility within the Client's system, if applicable.

As we continue to provide exceptional care to patients, we are thankful for your commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of others. Through floating or transferring, we know that facilities can receive the necessary clinicians to help care for patients.