Primary and Community Healthcare Standards
Transitioning from NSQHS Standards to National Safety and Quality Primary and Community Healthcare Standards
In October 2021, a significant shift occurred within Australian healthcare with the introduction of the National Safety and Quality Primary and Community Healthcare Standards (Primary and Community Healthcare Standards). These standards were launched to protect the public from harm and improve the quality of health care delivered across primary and community settings. Developed by the…
Read MoreElevating Healthcare: Navigating the National Safety and Quality Primary and Community Healthcare Standards
Australia experienced a profound transformation in its healthcare landscape with the launch of the National Safety and Quality Primary and Community Healthcare Standards (the Primary and Community Healthcare Standards) in October 2021. Forged by the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care (The Commission), these standards mark a significant stride in ensuring the…
Read MoreUnlocking Healthcare Excellence: Insights from the Primary and Community Healthcare Standards Webinar
Australia’s healthcare landscape has entered a new era of transformation with the introduction of the National Safety and Quality Primary and Community Healthcare Standards (the Primary and Community Healthcare Standards), developed by the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care (the Commission). These Standards serve as a pillar for ensuring public welfare and…
Read MoreNavigating Accreditation: A Beginner’s Guide to the Primary and Community Healthcare Standards
Australia’s healthcare landscape is rapidly evolving, welcoming a new era of transformation aimed at ensuring the safety and quality of healthcare services delivered in primary and community settings. At the forefront of this are the National Safety and Quality Primary and Community Healthcare Standards (the Primary and Community Healthcare Standards), developed by the Australian Commission…
Read MoreFuture-proof your dental practice with the Primary and Community Healthcare Standards
In the world of dental care, staying ahead of the curve is essential to providing top-tier service to your patients. That’s why we’re excited to share some important news that will impact your dental practice starting 1 May 2024. The Australian Dental Association (ADA) has worked diligently with the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality…
Read MoreUnderstanding Clinical Governance: A crucial standard within the Primary and Community Healthcare Standards
Clinical governance involves the connections and responsibilities among various healthcare groups such as regulators, funders, healthcare workers and patients. Combining safety and quality systems with governance processes is a highly effective method for actively managing and enhancing the safety and quality of healthcare or community service providers.
Read MorePartnering with Consumers Standard: Enhancing Primary and Community Healthcare
This article discusses the Partnering with Consumers Standard, which aims to create health services that look after the needs and priorities of consumers. It does this by enabling active partnerships between consumers, clinicians and health service organisations, so they can work together.
Read MoreSafe by design: A Closer Look at the Clinical Safety Standard in Primary and Community Healthcare
The Clinical Safety Standard is a fundamental component of ensuring high-quality care and minimising risks in primary and community healthcare settings. This standard addresses various safety and quality concerns commonly encountered in these environments, with a focus on preventing adverse events and promoting patient well-being.
Read MoreA Guide to Exploring Effective Partnerships in Healthcare
Establishing effective partnerships in healthcare is not just a good idea – it’s essential as these partnerships play a significant role in enhancing the overall experience for patients. Imagine healthcare relationships built on principles like dignity, respect, shared information, and active participation.
Read MoreBuilding a Foundation for Excellence: Integrating Partnering with Consumers and Clinical Governance Standards in Pursuit of Clinical Safety
Integrating Partnering with Consumers and Clinical Governance standards in healthcare establishes a robust foundation for implementing the Clinical Safety Standard. Together, they greatly shape a thorough clinical governance framework in Primary and Community Healthcare Standards, placing a high priority on patient safety and quality. This article delves into how these standards work together to enhance…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Accreditation Process: Recap of the Final Webinar in the Series
We recently hosted our third webinar in a series designed to help organisations understand the accreditation process under the new National Safety and Quality Primary and Community Healthcare Standards (Primary and Community Healthcare Standards). The webinar, led by Shirlee Nichols, National Manager of Clinical Services at QIP, provided a comprehensive overview of the accreditation journey.…
Read MoreEmbracing Change: Exploring New Actions in the Primary and Community Healthcare Standards
For accredited healthcare services transitioning from the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards to the Primary and Community Healthcare Standards, the journey involves not only adapting to a new framework but also familiarising themselves with a host of new actions and requirements.
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