Workplace violence continues to be one of the most significant safety challenges facing healthcare organizations, impacting employee wellbeing, patient care, and staff retention. As incidents have increased in recent years, healthcare leaders have recognized the importance of creating a culture where employees feel empowered to report concerns and organizations can respond proactively. Effective reporting and follow-up are essential to identifying trends, mitigating risks, and fostering a safer environment for both patients and staff.
This whitepaper explores the growing impact of workplace violence in healthcare, the barriers that often prevent incidents from being reported, and practical strategies organizations can use to strengthen reporting, improve response efforts, and build a safer workplace culture.
