Unsafe Assignment. The Association and SHS recognize caregiver safety are of paramount importance to ensure continued delivery of patient care. Any nurse who believes that the PPE and other precautions are non-compliant with SHS Policy, OHA, and CDC guidelines shall use the following chain of command: a. All members should be familiar with guidelines relating to PPE and COVID-19 precautions. b. If the member believes that the assignment is unsafe to themselves because of lack of PPE, the member should identify the issue with their charge nurse (or immediate supervisor). c. If the charge nurse cannot correct the issue, and the member wishes to decline the assignment, then the member should identify the deficiency to the nursing supervisor. d. If the member is ordered to accept the assignment by the nursing supervisor, and the member declines, the member should identify the non-compliance to the Vice President of Patient Services (VPPS) or their designee and submit a Staffing Request and Documentation Form to the appropriate individuals. e. If the VPPS or designee directs the member to accept the assignment, and the member refuses, the member shall be placed on paid leave. No member, who in good faith refuses a patient assignment based upon lack of proper PPE or other precautions, shall be disciplined.
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