Psychiatric Aide how-to
How to Do Safety Rounds
Rounds prevent harm.
Quick answer
Rounds prevent harm. In short: follow; see; check, then complete the remaining steps below.
Step by step
Follow the schedule.
See each patient.
Check for hazards.
Note behavior.
Document.
Report concerns.
Safety reminders for psychiatric aides
- Use de-escalation first
- Follow observation orders
- Remove hazards
- Report incidents
Key terms
Safety rounds · De-escalation · Milieu · Elopement · Suicide precautions · Restraint: see the full psychiatric aide glossary.