Intentional injury by other person, unspecified · Traumatic injuries and disorders, unspecified
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at ST. FRANCIS MEDICAL CENTER, 601 HAMILTON AVE, TRENTON, NEW JERSEY 08629
on — Traumatic injuries and disorders, unspecified, affecting the nonclassifiable.
Final narrative
An employee was hospitalized after being assaulted by a patient.
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