Learning from Tragedy: Strengthening Safety Culture in Health CareRaDonda VaughtRaDonda Vaught brings one of the most powerful and thought-provoking patient safety stories in modern health care. A former registered nurse, her case gained national attention following a fatal medication error and subsequent criminal conviction, sparking widespread discussion around accountability, system failures and safety culture in health care organizations.
Through her keynote, Vaught challenges health care leaders to examine the intersection of human error, communication breakdowns and organizational culture. Her story creates space for meaningful conversations about transparency, learning systems and how health care organizations can better support both patients and caregivers while strengthening safety and trust.