Urgent Care & Walk-In Clinic Operations, Safety & Compliance Checklist #26

This checklist supports urgent care and walk-in clinic compliance with OSHA, CMS, and infection prevention standards. It is designed to verify triage, patient flow, clinical safety, medication handling, diagnostics, and documentation readiness.

Industry: Healthcare
Frequency: Daily
Estimated Time: 20-30 minutes
Role: Urgent Care Manager / Clinical Lead
Total Items: 35
Compliance: OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 Bloodborne Pathogens, OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart E Emergency Action Plans, CMS Outpatient Services Guidance, CDC Infection Prevention in Outpatient Settings, HIPAA Privacy Rule 45 CFR 164

Triage & Patient Flow

Verify triage processes and patient flow.

Triage completed on arrival?
Acuity level documented?
Wait times monitored?
Photo of triage area
Notes

Infection Prevention

Ensure infection prevention practices.

Hand hygiene performed between patients?
PPE used appropriately?
Exam rooms cleaned between patients?
Photo of PPE/cleaning supplies
Notes

Medication Safety

Verify medication handling and storage.

Medications stored securely?
Look-alike/sound-alike meds identified?
Expired meds removed?
Photo of medication storage
Notes

Diagnostics & Procedures

Assess diagnostic safety.

X-ray safety protocols followed?
Specimens labeled correctly?
Procedure consents obtained?
Photo of diagnostic area
Notes

Emergency Preparedness

Verify emergency readiness.

Emergency equipment available and checked?
Hospital transfer protocol known?
Emergency drills conducted?
Photo of emergency equipment
Notes

Documentation & Privacy

Ensure documentation and privacy.

Patient charts complete?
PHI protected?
Discharge instructions provided?
Photo of documentation system
Notes

Quality & Incident Reporting

Ensure quality monitoring.

Incidents reported per policy?
Patient complaints reviewed?
Included in QAPI?
Photo evidence (if applicable)
Notes

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Why Use This Urgent Care & Walk-In Clinic Operations, Safety & Compliance Checklist #26?

This urgent care & walk-in clinic operations, safety & compliance checklist #26 helps healthcare teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for urgent care manager / clinical lead professionals, this checklist covers 35 critical inspection points across 7 sections. Recommended frequency: daily.

Ensures compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 Bloodborne Pathogens, OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart E Emergency Action Plans, CMS Outpatient Services Guidance, CDC Infection Prevention in Outpatient Settings, HIPAA Privacy Rule 45 CFR 164. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Urgent Care & Walk-In Clinic Operations, Safety & Compliance Checklist #26 cover?

This checklist covers 35 inspection items across 7 sections: Triage & Patient Flow, Infection Prevention, Medication Safety, Diagnostics & Procedures, Emergency Preparedness, Documentation & Privacy, Quality & Incident Reporting. It is designed for healthcare operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed daily. Each completion takes approximately 20-30 minutes.

Who should use this Urgent Care & Walk-In Clinic Operations, Safety & Compliance Checklist #26?

This checklist is designed for Urgent Care Manager / Clinical Lead 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.