The main question was what databases the library provided. Of course,
they asked if the library subscribed to Up-To-Date. They wanted to see
our online intranet site. They also wanted to specifically see our CME
section. In our hospital we subscribe to CMELectures and NCME so that is
listed on our site. Our library also lists other free internet CME sites
and how to get to them. They went over most of what was on our intranet
library site with additional interest in our online journals. They
wanted to know if the physicians in the outside offices had access to
our site and if they did how did they make the connection. We have an
audio visual room that was erected through NLM grants and physician
contributions and they were interested in how we used this room. Our
quality person also told them how the library assists them with
literature searches in regards to quality issues, sentinel events, etc. 

 

This is the first time I have seen reviewers from the Joint Commission
come to our library in many years. 

Maybe there is change in the air. 

Linda

 

Linda Spadaccini, RN, MLS

Library Director

Waterbury Hospital, Health Center Library

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