Implementing house-wide training that affects multiple disciplines requires thoughtful and deliberate action. In response to JCAHO recommendations that require pharmacists to review all medication orders prior to medication dispensing, Emory Healthcare's pharmacy and nursing staff formed a coalition to improve the safety of the medication process using the Pyxis Profile automated cabinets. The Training and Communications Team (T&CT) developed online modules to inform staff members about new medication safety standards, required upgrades to the automated dispensing cabinets, and methods to avoid medication errors. Post implementation surveys indicated an overwhelming success of the education process.
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