Patient Rights Admission Review Checklist
Document patient rights notification and review at admission including privacy rights, consent processes, and grievance procedures.
- Industry: Healthcare
- Frequency: At admission
- Estimated Time: 15-20 minutes
- Role: Admissions Staff/Nurse
- Total Items: 29
- Compliance: CMS CoP 42 CFR 482.13, Joint Commission RI Standards, State Patient Bill of Rights
Rights Notification
Patient rights provided
- Patient Bill of Rights provided?
- In appropriate language?
- Explained verbally if needed?
Privacy Rights
HIPAA and privacy
- Notice of Privacy Practices provided?
- Acknowledgment obtained?
- Confidentiality rights explained?
Consent Rights
Informed consent
- Right to informed consent explained?
- Right to refuse treatment explained?
- Advance directive information provided?
Grievance Process
Complaint resolution
- Grievance process explained?
- Contact information provided?
Pre-Assessment Information
Initial assessment documentation and patient/facility identification
- Assessor Name / Credentials
- Assessment Date
- Department / Unit
- Assessment Type (Routine/Annual/Complaint)
- Previous assessment findings reviewed?
Infection Prevention & Control
Verify infection control practices per CDC and Joint Commission standards
- Hand hygiene compliance observed?
- Appropriate PPE available and properly used?
- Isolation precautions properly implemented?
- Sharps containers available and not overfilled?
- High-touch surfaces properly disinfected?
Patient Safety & Identification
Verify patient safety protocols and identification procedures
- Two patient identifiers used before procedures?
- Fall risk assessment completed?
- Call light within patient reach?
- Bed in lowest position with brakes locked?
Medication Safety & Management
Verify medication handling and administration practices
- Medications stored securely and at proper temperature?
- Controlled substances properly secured and counted?
- No expired medications in stock?
- High-alert medications properly labeled?
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Why Use This Patient Rights Admission Review Checklist?
This patient rights admission review checklist helps healthcare teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for admissions staff/nurse professionals, this checklist covers 29 critical inspection points across 8 sections. Recommended frequency: at admission.
Ensures compliance with CMS CoP 42 CFR 482.13, Joint Commission RI Standards, State Patient Bill of Rights. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Patient Rights Admission Review Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 29 inspection items across 8 sections: Rights Notification, Privacy Rights, Consent Rights, Grievance Process, Pre-Assessment Information, Infection Prevention & Control, Patient Safety & Identification, Medication Safety & Management. It is designed for healthcare operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed at admission. Each completion takes approximately 15-20 minutes.
Who should use this Patient Rights Admission Review Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Admissions Staff/Nurse professionals in the healthcare industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.