Category Archives: Hospital Worker Injury
Needle Stick Injuries and Hospital Workers
Health care workers, especially those in hospital settings, are at risk of a wide range of injuries based on the specific requirements of their job. For example, an emergency department nurse will be at risk of types and rates of injuries that differ from custodial workers in hospitals. Even within the same profession, setting… Read More »
Hospital Workers and Lifting Injuries
Musculoskeletal injuries, or musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), are among the most common injuries affecting health care workers, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). In hospital settings, nurses and nursing assistants are at particularly high risk of MSDs due to lifting and moving patients. Indeed, OSHA reports that these hospital and health care… Read More »
Most Dangerous Health Care Jobs in Maryland
Jobs in the health care industry in Maryland and throughout the country are among the most dangerous in America. While certain industries like construction and warehousing are well known for the injury risks they pose to workers, it is important to know that health care jobs — especially those in hospital and nursing home… Read More »
Hospital Workers Among Those at Highest Risk of Occupational Injuries
Many people recognize that certain types of professions or occupations are more dangerous than others when it comes to risks of workplace injuries. To be sure, lists are commonly created that identify the most dangerous jobs in the United States, which often list jobs where hazards seem apparent, such as logging work, roofing and… Read More »
Can Nurses Receive Workers’ Compensation for Needlestick Injuries?
Nurses work around many sharp instruments, from scalpels to needles. It is unsurprising that many nurses will accidentally get poked by one of these objects. In the nursing profession, these are called “sharps” or “needlestick” injuries. The great risk is that a nurse will become exposed to someone else’s blood or bodily fluids and,… Read More »
Frequently Cited OSHA Standards Affect Maryland Hospital Workers
The US Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is tasked with ensuring the safety of millions of US workers in every field, enacting mandatory regulations for employers. The standards across all industries require companies to provide a work environment that is free from recognized hazards that are likely to cause death or serious injuries,… Read More »
Travel Nurse Trend: Risks Of Misclassification For Maryland Hospital Workers
There is no doubt that there have been some disruptions in the area of health care over the last few years. Some of these factors have spurred a significant increase in the use of travel nurses in Maryland hospitals. Statistics and trends indicate that more nursing professionals are on the move because of opportunities… Read More »
Violence In Health Care: Maryland Workers’ Comp Laws Protect Employees
It may come as a surprise to learn about the high incidence of injuries and illnesses among health care workers, but it is even more shocking to learn that workplace violence plays a significant role. The Joint Commission, a nonprofit group that accredits hospitals and health care organizations, reports that employees in this sector… Read More »
