{"id":21539,"date":"2020-02-07T12:47:29","date_gmt":"2020-02-07T12:47:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/hospital-housekeeping-checklist\/"},"modified":"2024-02-29T01:20:11","modified_gmt":"2024-02-29T01:20:11","slug":"hospital-housekeeping-checklist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/hospital-housekeeping-checklist\/","title":{"rendered":"Hospital Housekeeping Checklist"},"content":{"rendered":"<section id=\"introduction\">\n<h2>Introduction:<\/h2>\n<div class=\"image-content\">\n<figure>\n   <a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/jNkMqEN8sq2T0oGAhxZLIA.png\" alt=\"Introduction:\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/jNkMqEN8sq2T0oGAhxZLIA.png\"> <\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>It goes without saying that <strong>proper sanitization is absolutely essential<\/strong> when running a hospital. There is always a threat of infectious diseases spreading and it is the responsibility of the cleaning department to make sure this risk is minimized.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>This hospital housekeeping checklist will <strong>guide you through a thorough cleaning process for each and every patient room<\/strong> in the hospital.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Run this checklist to ensure that <strong>nothing is being missed<\/strong> and you are providing your patients and employees with a sanitary environment.<\/p>\n<p>In case you're wondering what <a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Process Street<\/a> is all about...<\/p>\n<p>Process Street is <strong>superpowered checklists<\/strong>. By using our software to document your processes, you are instantly creating an actionable workflow in which tasks can be assigned to team members, automated, and monitored in real-time to ensure they are being executed as intended, each and every time.<\/p>\n<p>The point is to <strong>minimize human error, increase accountability<\/strong>, and <strong>provide employees with all of the tools and information necessary<\/strong> to complete their tasks as effectively as possible.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"room-details\">\n<h2>Room details:<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"enter-basic-details\">\n<h2>Enter basic details<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-field-content form-field-content\">\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Unit <\/label><br \/>\n<input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled=\"\" class=\"form-control\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text-field-content form-field-content\">\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Room number <\/label><br \/>\n<input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled=\"\" class=\"form-control\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"select-field-content form-field-content\">\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Is there currently a patient in the room? <\/label><br \/>\n<select disabled=\"\" class=\"form-control\"><option value=\"An option will be selected here\">An option will be selected here<\/option><\/select><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"date-field-content form-field-content\">\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Date of room cleaning <\/label><\/p>\n<div class=\"date-container\">\n    <button type=\"button\" disabled=\"\" class=\"btn btn-default\"> <i class=\"fa fa-calendar btn-icon\"><\/i> Date will be set here <\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"before-entering-room\">\n<h2>Before entering room:<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"wash-your-hands-thoroughly\">\n<h2>Wash your hands thoroughly<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>The critical first step before beginning the housekeeping process is <strong>hand hygiene.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Wash your hands thoroughly before moving on to the next step.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"style-info\">Below is a video showing the steps for hand-washing using the WHO technique.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"video-content\">\n<div class=\"iframe-container\">\n   <iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/IisgnbMfKvI?modestbranding=1&amp;showinfo=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"true\"> <\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"wear-the-appropriate-ppe\">\n<h2>Wear the appropriate PPE<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>The appropriate <strong>personal protective equipment<\/strong> (PPE) must be worn:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n<ul class=\"items\">\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       1<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Eye protection<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       2<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Disposable non-latex gloves<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"place-safety-sign-by-the-door\">\n<h2>Place safety sign by the door<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Place a safety\/wet floor sign by the door, just outside the room.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"image-content\">\n<figure>\n   <a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/oN4un-x5R295PhSkWqFO6w.jpg\" alt=\"Place safety sign by the door\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/oN4un-x5R295PhSkWqFO6w.jpg\"> <\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"knock-while-slowly-entering\">\n<h2>Knock while slowly entering<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Because the room is occupied, be sure to <strong>knock, enter slowly, and be polite.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"upon-entry\">\n<h2>Upon entry:<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"check-the-sharps-container\">\n<h2>Check the sharps container<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Check the sharps container and make sure it is <strong>no more than 3\/4 full.<\/strong> If the container is full, safely empty it and place it back where it was to begin with.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"select-field-content form-field-content\">\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Does the sharps container need to be emptied? <\/label><br \/>\n<select disabled=\"\" class=\"form-control\"><option value=\"An option will be selected here\">An option will be selected here<\/option><\/select><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"image-content\">\n<figure>\n   <a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/nBc_mei7GbtLkGThNo9FtQ.jpeg\" alt=\"Check the sharps container\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/nBc_mei7GbtLkGThNo9FtQ.jpeg\"> <\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"empty-the-sharps-container\">\n<h2>Empty the sharps container<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Empty the container and place it back in its original spot.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"empty-clean-and-reline-any-trash-cans\">\n<h2>Empty, clean and reline any trash cans<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Complete the following steps when tending to trash cans:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n<ul class=\"items\">\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       1<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Empty<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       2<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Wipe all edges with a disinfectant wipe<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       3<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Reline with a clean bag<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"general-sanitization\">\n<h2>General sanitization:<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"wipe-down-arm-rails\">\n<h2>Wipe down arm rails<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Now you can focus on disinfecting the main features in the room.<\/p>\n<p>Start by wiping down the arm rails fixed to the bed, chairs and any other furniture.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"wipe-frame-and-foot-of-the-bed\">\n<h2>Wipe frame and foot of the bed<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Move on to wiping down the frame and foot of the bed.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"style-warning\">Be sure to not cause any discomfort for the patient occupying the room.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"wipe-all-other-hightouch-areas\">\n<h2>Wipe all other high-touch areas<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Work through the sub-checklist below to ensure you have disinfected all other high-touch areas in the room.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n<ul class=\"items\">\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       1<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Door handles, knobs<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       2<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Light switches<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       3<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Call box<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       4<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Telephone<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       5<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Computer keyboard<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       6<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Ledges (below shoulder height)<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"clean-window-sills-and-ledges\">\n<h2>Clean window sills and ledges<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Wipe down all windows and window ledges in the room.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"clean-any-other-wall-mounted-equipment\">\n<h2>Clean any other wall mounted equipment<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Ensure that you clean any other wall-mounted equipment in the room<\/p>\n<p class=\"style-danger\">Of course, <strong>be extra careful not to interfere with any medical equipment<\/strong> during cleaning.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"bathroom-cleaning\">\n<h2>Bathroom cleaning:<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"wipe-down-small-hightouch-surfaces\">\n<h2>Wipe down small, high-touch surfaces<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>The first thing to do when cleaning the patient's restroom is to disinfect all high-touch surfaces.<\/p>\n<p>Run through the sub-checklist below to ensure this step is completed.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n<ul class=\"items\">\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       1<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Light switches<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       2<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Door handles, knobs<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       3<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Hand rails<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"clean-mirrors-and-countertops\">\n<h2>Clean mirrors and countertops<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Next, clean the mirror(s) and countertops in the room.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"clean-sink-and-faucet\">\n<h2>Clean sink and faucet<\/h2>\n<div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n<ul class=\"items\">\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       1<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Wipe down all the entire sink and faucet with a disinfectant wipe and\/or spray<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       2<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Thoroughly rinse with water<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       3<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Dry areas with a clean cloth<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"clean-soap-and-paper-towel-dispensers\">\n<h2>Clean soap and paper towel dispensers<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Continuing on around the sink area, clean the soap and paper towel dispenser with a disinfectant wipe.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"clean-shower-or-tub\">\n<h2>Clean shower or tub<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Clean the shower and\/or tub thoroughly.<\/p>\n<p class=\"style-warning\">The damp environment of a shower makes it an ideal place for the growth of bacteria and fungi. To prevent the spread of disease and unwanted infestations, be extremely diligent and don't miss the hard to reach areas.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"clean-toilet-bowl-seat-tank-and-flush-handle\">\n<h2>Clean toilet bowl, seat, tank and flush handle<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Check off the tasks below to ensure you <strong>clean all components<\/strong> of the toilet.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n<ul class=\"items\">\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       1<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Toilet bowl<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       2<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Toilet seat (and surrounding area)<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       3<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Toilet tank<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       4<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Flush handle<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"wipe-down-walls-doors-and-fixtures\">\n<h2>Wipe down walls, doors and fixtures<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Clean the bathroom door, walls and any other fixtures that you haven't tended to yet.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"style-warning\">If there are any stains or discoloration, pay particular attention to making sure these areas are cleaned thoroughly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"sweep-and-mop-the-floor\">\n<h2>Sweep and mop the floor<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Finally, before leaving the bathroom, its time to clean the floor.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Begin by sweeping to collect dust and any trash that might be lying there. Then, mop the floor to leave it completely disinfected and sparkling.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"final-steps\">\n<h2>Final steps:<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"check-the-room-has-been-cleaned-thoroughly\">\n<h2>Check the room has been cleaned thoroughly<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Perform a&nbsp;<strong>scan of the room<\/strong>&nbsp;to make sure&nbsp;<strong>nothing has been missed.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This will&nbsp;<strong>require approval from your supervisor<\/strong>&nbsp;so be sure to conduct a thorough check to&nbsp;<strong>avoid unnecessary delays.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"remove-gloves-and-wash-hands\">\n<h2>Remove gloves and wash hands<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Remove the disposable gloves, and, just like you did before entering the patient room at the start of the process, wash your hands thoroughly.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"remove-safety-sign-after-the-floor-has-dried\">\n<h2>Remove safety sign after the floor has dried<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Once the floor has dried, remove the wet floor\/safety sign you placed there in the beginning.<\/p>\n<p>This marks that the job is complete!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"add-any-additional-comments\">\n<h2>Add any additional comments<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>If you have any additional comments following the cleaning, note them down below.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>These may include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Concerning accumulation of dirt<\/li>\n<li>Improper use of the sharps container or trash cans (e.g. overflowing)<\/li>\n<li>Potentially faulty equipment&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li>Concern over the potential presence of pests<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Additional comments <\/label><br \/>\n<textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled=\"\" class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"approval-confirm-the-room-has-been-cleaned\">\n<h2>Approval: Confirm the room has been cleaned<\/h2>\n<div class=\"approval-content\">\n<div class=\"header\">\n<div class=\"list-title\">\n    Will be submitted for approval:<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"approval-rule-subject-tasks-list\">\n<ul class=\"list\">\n<li>\n<div class=\"approval-rule-subject-tasks-list-item\">\n<div class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"container\">\n        <span class=\"title\">Check the room has been cleaned thoroughly<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"body\">\n         Will be submitted<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"sources\">\n<h2>Sources:<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/safetyculture.com\/checklists\/hospital-housekeeping\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Safety Culture - Hospital Housekeeping Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.servicemasterbyzaba.com\/blog\/housekeeping-cleaning-checklist-hospitals\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Zaba - A Comprehensive Housekeeping Checklist for Hospitals&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.infectioncontroltoday.com\/environmental-hygiene\/patient-room-cleaning-protocol\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Infection Control Today - Patient Room Cleaning Protocol<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/kaivac.com\/a_433-Hospital-Cleaning-Best-Practices-How-to-Keep-Patients-and-Staff-Safe\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Kaivac - Hospital Cleaning Best Practices<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"related-checklists\">\n<h2>Related checklists:<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/home-visit-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Home Visit Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/terminal-room-cleaning-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Terminal Room Cleaning Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/hospital-safety-inspection-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Hospital Safety Inspection Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/patient-satisfaction-survey-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Patient Satisfaction Survey Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/hipaa-compliance-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">HIPAA Compliance Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/mental-health-risk-assessment-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Mental Health Risk Assessment Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/who-surgical-safety-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">WHO Surgical Safety Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/general-infection-control-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">General Infection Control Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/patient-intake-checklist-for-a-medical-clinic\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Patient Intake Checklist for a Medical Clinic<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/electrical-inspection-checklist-hospitals-and-health-care\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Electrical Inspection Checklist for Hospitals<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introduction: It goes without saying that proper sanitization is absolutely essential when running a hospital. 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