News & Knowledge Risk Management Guide: Scope of Practice According to the American Medical Association, scope of practice refers to those activities that a person licensed to practice as a health professional is permitted to perform, which is increasingly determined by statutes enacted by state legislatures and by rules adopted by the appropriate licensing entity. What are the risks of practicing outside your scope of practice? There is a risk of adverse events when clinicians practice outside their area of expertise or their comfort zone. When practice is outside of the specialty area or with insufficient training or limited experience, there is an increased risk for an adverse outcome. Remembering that a clinician will be held to the same or similar standard of care as a clinician trained… Are you a Curi member? The full content of this resource is available only to Curi members. Contact us if you are a member but do not have an account yet, or to learn more about becoming a Curi member. Sign in with Curi - or - Sign in with Constellation Curi’s risk mitigation resources and guidance are offered for educational and informational purposes only. This information is not medical or legal advice, does not replace independent professional judgment, does not constitute an endorsement of any kind, should not be deemed authoritative, and does not establish a standard of care in clinical settings or in courts of law. If you need legal advice, you should consult your independent/corporate counsel. We have found that using risk mitigation efforts can reduce malpractice risk; however, we do not make any guarantees that following these risk recommendations will prevent a complaint, claim, or suit from occurring, or mitigate the outcome(s) associated with any of them. READ NEXT September 24, 2024October 3, 2024Clinical Care | Hospitals/Health Systems | Practice Management | Risk Management *New* Team Physicians: Managing Professional Liability Risks CONTRACTS Risks: Informal relationships may lead to the unwitting establishment of physician-patient relationships and misunderstandings about physicians’ responsibilities. The practice may incur significant expenses if co-branding… Read more September 12, 2024October 3, 2024Clinical Care | Early Intervention | Hospitals/Health Systems | Risk Management | Senior Living Disclosure of Adverse Events Communicating with patients, residents, and families after an unexpected adverse outcome can be difficult. Proactive disclosure of an adverse outcome through the Communication and Optimal Resolution… Read more August 20, 2024October 3, 2024Early Intervention | Hospitals/Health Systems | Risk Management | Senior Living *New* HEAL Toolkit: Communicating After an Adverse Outcome The following resources provide a comprehensive approach to managing adverse outcomes. They cover essential areas such as effective team communication, supportive leadership, and robust investigation processes… Read more