What Is Remote Triage and How It Works in Large Health Systems
In the USA, heavy industries like oil & gas, chemicals, and mining place significant strain on healthcare systems due to frequent injuries such as burns, cuts, strains, and sprains. However, due to the far-flung location of most factories and work sites, remote triage in large health systems has turned out to be indispensable for addressing […]
Benefits of Remote Triage Medical Assistants in Healthcare
Based on the data reported by private industry employers, the number of recordable cases of nonfatal ailments and injuries was close to 2.6 million in the United States in 2023. You may already know that occupational injuries are more likely in heavy industries like manufacturing, mining, construction, etc. This is why you need to understand […]
Nurse Triage for Workers’ Compensation: Best Practices
Injuries and accidents are common in any heavy industry, be it oil & gas, manufacturing, or mining. However, unless you take proper measures, workers’ compensation can be quite expensive. In fact, during 2021-22, claims against amputation cost $120,077 on average. For burns, it was $67,224, and for dislocations and fractures, the average claim cost was […]
How Medical Triage Specialists Help Reduce Wait Times
How Medical Triage Specialists Help Reduce Wait Times Globally, almost 3 million people die from work-related illnesses and accidents and around 395 million sustain nonfatal injuries. Closer home, in the USA, a 2.4 per 100 (full-time workers) incidence rate of total recordable cases was observed last year in the private industry. The total number of […]
Workplace Injury Report: 7 Steps to Follow When Creating One
Workplace Injury Report: 7 Steps to Follow When Creating One As per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, more than 2.8 million illnesses and nonfatal injuries were recorded at a national level in the private industry in 2022. Fatal work-related injuries were pegged at over 5000. It goes to show that incidents can happen despite […]
A Quick Guide to Triaging Patients Over the Phone
A Quick Guide to Triaging Patients Over the Phone In 2022, 2.8 million nonfatal workplace-related injuries and ailments were reported by employers in the private sector, as per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. During 2021-22, 2.2 million cases also required the affected workers to spend days away. Consequently, Days Away, Restricted, or Transferred (DART) […]
What is a Triage Nurse, and What are Their Roles and Responsibilities
Last year, employers in the USA’s private industry reported close to 2.6 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses, 8.4% less than what was reported in 2022. While this is positive news, there is no denying that workplace injuries cannot be avoided completely, especially if you operate in a heavy industry. However, sending affected workers to […]
10 Most Common Workplace Injuries and Its Prevention
Workplace injuries are more than just accidents—they can disrupt operations, lower employee morale, and cause significant financial losses for businesses. With over 2.8 million non-fatal workplace injuries reported annually in the U.S., addressing them proactively is essential for every employer. Preventing these injuries ensures employee well-being and reduces downtime and financial burdens. This blog will […]
Ergonomic Hazards: Injury Prevention & Management Tips for Businesses
Ergonomic Hazards: Injury Prevention & Management Tips for Businesses Ergonomic hazards pose a silent threat to your employees’ health and can affect the overall productivity of your business. Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) account for a large portion of workplace injuries, with over 976,090 cases recorded in the private sector between 2021 and 2022 alone. These injuries, often […]
Nurse Triage Hotline: What Your Employees Can Expect
Workplace injuries can cause stress and anxiety for both employees and employers. Whether a minor injury or a severe accident, it is essential to know where to turn for immediate medical guidance. That’s where a nurse triage steps in to rescue. As organizations dedicate themselves to creating better and safer work environments, services like nurse […]
