Be in the know! You can get Lake Charles Memorial Health System news and more right in your inbox! Scan the QR code above to sign up for our email newsletter, or go to lcmh.com/newsletter. Nonprofit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Walla Walla, WA Permit No. 44 Lake Charles Memorial Hospital 1701 Oak Park Blvd. Lake Charles, LA 70601 How we’re making care safer for patients and providers alike Patient and staff safety has always been at the heart of how Memorial delivers care. Now, we’re taking that commitment even further by launching the Arjo MOVE initiative, branded internally as “Mission Move Well: Where Every Move is Part of the Mission.” This initiative marks a major step forward in the hospital’s commitment to achieving its core mission of zero injuries for both patients and caregivers. As a “minimal lift facility,” that doesn’t mean less attention or personal touch; it means smarter, safer support and movement for both the patient and caregiver. By incorporating advanced equipment such as specialized ceiling lifts; sit-to-stand aids; slings; and transfer devices designed to enhance the safety, dignity and well-being of everyone in our care environment, our staff can assist patients even more with maximum comfort at minimal risk. Historically, healthcare professionals relied on physical strength and teamwork to help move or reposition patients, often placing strain on their own bodies in the process. With this transition to empowering movement, we’re removing that risk. Nurses, technicians and therapists can focus on delivering compassionate care without the worry of injury from repetitive lifting or awkward transfers. This transformation isn’t just about new equipment; it’s about elevating our standard of care. By embracing a culture of minimal lifting through safer mobility practices, we expect to see significant benefits, including up to a 30% reduction in falls, a 40% decrease in hospitalacquired pressure injuries, fewer readmissions, shorter hospital stays and inevitably a happier patient experience. It’s a proactive step toward the safer, more effective care we strive for every day. “At Memorial, every move is part of the mission—and that mission is delivering safer care, every step of the way,” says Gerald Bryant, Chief Nursing Officer and Chief Operating Officer. Scan the QR code to learn more about our work toward zero injuries. Our mission toward zero injuries
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