Facility Planning and Operations for COVID-19

Updated Feb. 8, 2021

Planning and Staying Prepared

Healthcare Facility Guidance

Managing Operations During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Guidance reflecting current understanding and ongoing response needs of healthcare systems and facilities in managing operations during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Managing Operations

Hospital Preparedness Checklist
Steps for Staying Prepared
Pandemic Planning Scenarios
Transport and Arrival Checklist
Framework for Non-COVID-19 Care
Print and Other Resources

Operating Effectively

Ten Ways to Operate Effectively

Practical approaches that can be used to protect healthcare personnel (HCP), patients, and communities.

Ways to Operate Effectively

Electronic Case Reporting
Phone Advice Script for Clinics
Using Telehealth Services
Training for Healthcare Professionals
Stress and Coping in Healthcare

Managing Surges

Managing healthcare resources when there is a surge in demand for services

Mitigating Healthcare Staffing Shortages
Mitigating Hospital Bed Shortages
Allocating Ventilators
Surge Estimation Tool

Operating Strategies by Facility Type

Access facility-specific recommendations for operating safely during COVID-19

Alternate Care Sites
Ambulatory Care Settings
Assisted Living Facilities
Blood and Plasma Facilities
Dental Settings
Dialysis Facilities
Nursing Homes and Long-Term Care Facilities
Pharmacies

Palm Trees Before A Tropical Storm or Hurricane

Natural Disaster Planning Resources

Learn how to prepare your healthcare facility for a hurricane or other natural disaster during COVID-19.

Planning Resources