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Intimate partner violence: a health system's response--Part 2
Continuum (Society for Social Work Leadership in Health Care)
|May 12, 2001
Summary
Implementing domestic violence (DV) policies requires a sustained effort to change organizational culture. This involves training healthcare professionals and all staff to effectively identify and intervene in domestic violence cases.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Public Health
- Social Work
Background:
- Domestic violence (DV) is a significant public health issue requiring healthcare system intervention.
- Part 1 detailed the development of DV policies at St. Joseph Mercy Health System.
- Effective DV intervention necessitates a systemic approach beyond policy creation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the strategies for effectively implementing a domestic violence (DV) policy within a healthcare system.
- To highlight the importance of cultural change in healthcare settings for DV response.
- To share lessons learned from a healthcare system's experience with DV policy implementation.
Main Methods:
- The study is based on a presentation at the 2000 SSWLHC Conference.
- It draws from the experience of St. Joseph Mercy Health System's DV policy implementation.
- Focuses on qualitative aspects of cultural change and staff engagement.
Main Results:
- Successful DV policy implementation hinges on long-term cultural transformation.
- Fostering a supportive environment for staff is crucial for effective DV intervention.
- Ongoing education and commitment are vital for sustaining DV awareness and response.
Conclusions:
- Healthcare organizations must prioritize cultural change to effectively address domestic violence.
- Sustained efforts in staff training and system-wide engagement are key to successful DV policy implementation.
- A holistic approach integrating policy with cultural shifts enhances patient care and safety.