[MCOH-EH] cast, knee scooters and foot boots

[Darlene Sims]

I am curious as to the policies of other healthcare organizations/systems in regards to allowing staff to work or not work with devices such as, but not limited to, the following:
Casts
Splints (Velcro wrist, finger splints, etc...)
Knee Scooters
Foot boots
Slings

We are considering changing or amending our policy to touch on these situations. As of now, we allow closed toe boots in clinical areas and open toe in others. The others are currently not allowed in any areas for various reasons. Our organization consist of 4 hospitals and several physician offices. The above situations are reviewed on a case by case scenario when worker's comp is involved.


Thank You,

Darlene Sims MSN,FNP-C
Director of Infirmary Employee Health
Locations at MIMC, Thomas Hospital ,NBI &ACH
185 Mobile Infirmary Blvd
Mobile, Al 36607
MIMC office (251)435-5957 fax (251)435-3067
Thomas Hospital (251)279-1605 fax (251)279-1606
NBI (251)937-5521 ext 1860
ACH (251)368-6314
darlene.sims at infirmaryhealth.org

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