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The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care has released Advisory PCHS24/01, outlining updated requirements for the reprocessing of reusable medical devices (RMDs) under the National Safety and Quality Primary and Community Healthcare (NSQPCH) Standards. Key Highlights: Adoption of AS 5369:2023: The advisory aligns with the updated AS 5369:2023 standard, replacing AS/NZS 4815:2006…
READ MOREThe Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care has issued Advisory AS24/01, detailing the compliance requirements for health service organisations reprocessing reusable medical devices (RMDs) under Action 3.17 of the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards. This advisory supersedes AS18/07 and aligns with the newly released AS 5369:2023 standard, which replaces…
READ MOREThe Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care (the Commission), in partnership with The George Institute for Global Health and Sepsis Australia invites healthcare professionals like you to participate in an important survey aimed at improving care coordination, discharge planning, and post-sepsis support. Your input can make a difference As a professional committed to enhancing patient outcomes, your insights…
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The 2024 AAPM National Conference in Darwin was an exciting event filled with knowledge-sharing, connections, and opportunities to support healthcare excellence. AGPAL and QIP proudly participated and engaged with attendees at Booths 1 and 2, and delivered key presentations on accreditation and quality improvement. The conference opened with the Saltwater Ceremony, a moving and…
READ MOREThe Commission has created Factsheet 18, which explains scheduling for short notice assessments (SNA). This fact sheet provides examples of schedules for short notice assessments, over an eight-year period. A short notice assessment may occur once in a three-year accreditation cycle. Accrediting agencies must ensure assessments: Commence at least four months before the current accreditation…
READ MORENSQHS Standards advisories, issued by the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care (the Commission), provide formal guidance and direction on the interpretation and/or assessment of the NSQHS Standards. The following advisory has been updated, relating to Advisory AS18/07: Reprocessing of reusable medical devices in health service organisations. This update relates: • Segregation…
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Join us for a deep dive into ‘Unpacking Open Disclosure in Healthcare’ from QIP’s latest webinar. Amanda Ginger, a registered nurse and Lead Assessor, sheds light on the ethical necessity and regulatory requirements of open disclosure in patient care. This session covers everything from the essential elements and best practices of open disclosure, to its integration within healthcare settings under the NSQHS Standards.
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In June 2024, the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care (the Commission) released an update on the actions and standards for the National Safety and Quality Cosmetic Surgery Standards (Cosmetic Surgery Standards) – initially released in December 2023. These standards aim to elevate the quality and safety of cosmetic procedures across Australia, ensuring all facilities performing cosmetic surgeries adhere to the highest levels of clinical governance, infection control, and patient care.
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In this Q&A article, we explore the practical impacts of Australian Retirement Village Accreditation Scheme (ARVAS) accreditation on Renaissance Living Surrey Hills, through an engaging interview with David Scott, Business Development Manager at Ravida. From enhancing organisational efficiency to boosting resident satisfaction, the ARVAS accreditation process has driven notable improvements within the organisation. David provides a firsthand account of how the accreditation aligns with their core values, fosters continuous improvement, and shapes risk management strategies.
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Australia’s healthcare system will be significantly improved with the launch of the National Safety and Quality Mental Health Standards for Community Managed Organisations (NSQMHCMO Standards) on 1 July 2024. Developed by the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care (the Commission), these new standards aim to enhance the safety and quality of mental health services provided by community organisations.
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