Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Medical Direction
Sudden cardiac arrest can strike anyone, anytime, anywhere.  According to the American Heart Association, nearly a quarter of these deaths could have been prevented if an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) had been available. BarnesCare provides AED medical direction for companies that develop defibrillation programs.

BarnesCare works in conjunction with the American Red Cross which is an approved trainer for workplace AED programs and provides assistance through all phases of implementation. A successful workplace defibrillation program takes more that just an AED. A complete program includes education and planning, medical oversight by a licensed physician, advice on purchasing AEDs that are best suited for the responders and for the workplace environment, training and ongoing AED maintenance.
 
 
Body Substance Exposure (BSE) Hotline
Workers are exposed to many hazards in the workplace. One of the most disconcerting is exposure to infectious diseases. The risks for workers who come in contact with blood and body fluids include but are not limited to: Hepatitis B and C, and HIV and, the potential for exposure are increasing.

Now there is a place to turn, 24 hours a day, to have a work-related exposure assessed. This revolutionary service minimizes the time between an exposure and the administration of post-exposure prophylactic (PEP) drugs, thus decreasing the chance of infection. For less serious exposures, it provides workers with a reliable source of information and support to get them through an unsettling, anxious time.

Within 15 minutes of calling the Hotline, a registered nurse, trained as a body substance exposure specialist, will contact the caller. The BSE Specialist talks with the worker about the exposure and the source of the blood or body fluids to assess the seriousness of the situation. A standard protocol is followed to ensure a comprehensive assessment is completed. The BSE specialist works under the direction of an infectious disease physician's orders and will refer to them for certain situations.

If the exposure warrants PEP treatment, the worker will be referred to a nearby clinic or emergency room that stocks the appropriate drugs.

The BSE specialist provides counseling and factual information to minimize the exposed worker's fears and to help them make informed decisions.
 

Corporate Health Nurse Program
BarnesCare is committed to assisting our clients reduce overall health-care costs. By providing strategic solutions tailored to the specific needs of a workforce, we create a healthier and more productive environment. One strategic solution that has worked for several of our clients is the implementation of a corporate health nurse.

The corporate health nurse is a registered nurse who provides patient consultation and medical case management services. The corporate health nurse is dedicated to improving your employee health and financial performance. Working closely with your human resources managers, supervisors, and our BarnesCare medical team the corporate health nurse can be contracted for full or part-time positions.

After an initial situational analysis, the BarnesCare team will outline an action plan and timeline for the implementation of the corporate health nurse. Specific hours and duties will be determined based on client expectation and trends. The action plan may include on-site and off-site duties including:

• Reviewing and trending of OSHA logs
• Recommending interventions based on trending information
• Performing medical case management
• Overseeing work-conditioning programs
• Reporting quarterly activities and cost savings
• Programming employee health education
• Identifying occupational health needs
• Oversee aspects of FMLA, ADA, short-term disability, long-term disability

BarnesCare employs the corporate health nurse and assumes all responsibility for the management, training and ongoing education, eliminating additional costs and liability for our client companies. The BarnesCare medical team will work closely with the corporate health nurse to maximize productivity and savings.
 

DOT Medical Compliance Program
Understanding and complying with DOT medical requirements can be a complex and difficult task, especially for smaller businesses. Non-compliance can result in an unfavorable DOT audit and costly fines.

Help is available from BarnesCare, the DOT experts. The DOT Medical Compliance Program includes an audit to identify areas where compliance is an issue. Based on this information, our team of experts tailors a plan to meet your specific needs. Whether it's drug-free workplace policy development, a random drug screen program, or assistance with understanding and implementing DOT guidelines, BarnesCare can help.

BarnesCare's DOT Medical Compliance Program includes:

• Compliance audits
• Recordkeeping and storage
• DOT physicals
• Substance abuse testing
• Post-offer
• Annual
• Random
• Post-accident
• Random selection program
• Medical review officer (MRO)
• Supervisory training
• Policy development
• Timely reminders for physicals and random compliance testing
   

Hearing Conservation 
Underestimating workplace noise levels can lead to severe hearing loss and unnecessary workers' compensation claims. Council for Accreditation in Occupational Hearing Conservation (CAOHC) certification through BarnesCare can help your occupational hearing conservationists provide enhanced service through comprehensive training and access to resources.

BarnesCare conducts three-day and one-day re-certification CAOHC certification training.

Training includes:

• The responsibilities of an occupational hearing conservationist and the role of the professional supervisor of the audiometric monitoring component of hearing conservation programs
• Basic anatomy and physiology of the ear
• Types and use of audiometric instrumentation
• Causes of hearing loss
• Audiometric testing and follow-up of significant findings
• Employee feedback and criteria for referral
• Basic concepts of noise measurement and control
• Selection, fitting and use of hearing protection
• Employee education and motivation in hearing conservation
• Hearing conservation standards and regulations
• Record-keeping

For more information call 314.747.6001.
 

Policy Plus
Any successful drug-free workplace program begins with a comprehensive policy. BarnesCare offers Policy Plus, a drug-free workplace policy development and consultation program to help companies of all sizes become drug-free.

With Policy Plus, employers access a team of experts that can develop and implement a new program or update an existing one, making sure it meets any new regulatory or legal requirements. The Policy Plus team works within every level of an organization to ensure understanding and compliance. Policy Plus customizes the components of a drug-free workplace program to meet the specific needs of each company. Components include:

• Policy development
• Supervisory training
• Employee education and assistance
• Drug testing

The Policy Plus process begins with defining goals and purposes for your program. These goals -- and the policy that ultimately follows -- become the foundation for your program and enable it to withstand legal challenge. Customized to specific organizational goals and needs, Policy Plus key areas include:

• Employee awareness
• Employee confidentiality
• Investigation procedures
• Testing methods and procedures
• Quality control, including confirmation of positive tests
• Consequences

Once a policy is complete, it can be implemented with the help of the Policy Plus team. The program provides supervisors with the skills they'll need to recognize substance abuse and take action. With BarnesCare supervisor training, knowledgeable supervisors can become your best resource in maintaining a drug-free workplace. In addition, the Policy Plus team's experience and understanding of Missouri's revised workers' compensation and employment security laws help your organization benefit from these statutes when they apply.