When Disaster Strikes: How Healthcare Facilities Respond

by Lee G. Shanley

This book is a working guide for the Healthcare Emergency Management professional. It takes the reader on a journey through the intricacies of healthcare disaster response, both from the community aspect as well as the facility itself. It will engage the reader to find the proper balance between preparedness, mitigation, response and recovery for their facility program. It will also illustrate how important personal contacts and networking become during an actual emergency or disaster. The path the reader takes to accomplish their goal will depend greatly on how they answer the questions posed in this text and how they act upon those responses. This book will be an invaluable resource to both the seasoned professional as well as someone just starting out in this profession..

198 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 28, 2016

Reviews

[Michael Cady · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read to understanding the big picture of facility preparedness and response

This truly is not a how to book, it is an overview of the processes used to evaluate and prepare your facility. You'll understand the importance of the staff, networking, and practice.