WEBINAR overview

Reducing Liability While Managing Emergency Department Patients Under PEC

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speaker
Jamie Lamb
AIC, SCLA
VP, Claims Operations
Management of patients with behavioral health conditions in the emergency department present unique challenges. The webinar will explore strategies for reducing liability when managing patients in the emergency department who may require a Physician Emergency Certificate (PEC) issuance.
This program has been approved for: 0.5 Nursing Contact Hours by Hospital Services of Louisiana, Inc. for complete attendance of the program.
 
Hospital Services of Louisiana, Inc. is approved by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing – CE Provider #60.

Objectives

1

Identify common system failures and risks associated with the issuance of a Physician Emergency Certificate

2

Learn best practices for maintaining accurate and thorough documentation in the emergency department

3

Understand the essential evaluation requirements for patients under PEC consideration

4

Gain strategies to manage and mitigate risks related to potential patient violence

5

Enhance risk management practices to reduce liability in emergency care settings

Meet Our Speaker

Jamie Lamb

AIC, INS, SCLA, VP Claims operations

Ms. Jamie Lamb began her career in claims in 1997 and has obtained multiple designations throughout her career.

Her experience includes, but is not limited to, the management of complex claims in general liability, professional liability, and excess coverage. As the Vice President of Claims Operations, Ms. Lamb works closely with our members and internal departments to assist with liability risk management, strategic goals, and operational efficiencies. Ms. Lamb attended Evangel University in Springfield, Missouri, and Loyola University in New Orleans.