Elevating Healthcare: Navigating the National Safety and Quality Primary and Community Healthcare Standards

25 January 2024

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…

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Assessors in Focus: Daena Wilson

11 December 2023

Daena Wilson, a newly certified assessor with QIP, brings vast experience from NSW Health. Join us for a Q&A where Daena shares insights, motivations, and lessons from assessments. Explore her expertise in healthcare improvement and accreditation’s pivotal role.

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Assessors in Focus: Rebecca Larcombe

02 November 2023

Rebecca Larcombe joins QIP’s team, bringing 18 years’ healthcare experience from Australia and the UK. We discuss her insights on QIP’s accreditation process, her rewarding experience as an assessor, and her dedication to enhancing patient safety and healthcare outcomes.

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Assessors in Focus: Jason Cirone

26 October 2023

Jason Cirone, Chief Allied Health Officer at Northern Health, brings vast expertise to QIP. He advocates accreditation for healthcare leaders and shares insights into his role’s demands and accreditation process. Explore his dedication to healthcare quality and safety.

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Assessors in Focus: Leanne Boyd

19 October 2023

QIP proudly introduces Leanne Boyd, a newly certified assessor and former Chief Nurse and Midwifery Officer. With extensive experience, Leanne emphasises quality and continuous improvement in healthcare services, sharing insights on accreditation.

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Transitioning from NSQHS Standards to National Safety and Quality Primary and Community Healthcare Standards

27 September 2023

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…

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Honouring Frontline Heroes at the Queensland Community Impact Awards 2023

21 September 2023

The Queensland Council of Social Service (QCOSS) has unveiled the distinguished finalists for this year’s Queensland Community Impact Awards. We extend our warmest congratulations to all the nominees, whose collective efforts are bolstering our communities and fostering their growth. These Awards serve as a tribute and celebration of outstanding contributions within the community services sector,…

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Transforming Healthcare Accreditation: The Introduction of Short Notice Assessments

15 September 2023

In the pursuit of enhancing the quality of healthcare services, Australia’s Health Service Safety and Quality Accreditation (AHSSQA) Scheme is introducing mandatory short notice assessments as part of the accreditation process. Aimed at hospitals and day procedure services, collectively known as health service organisations (HSOs), this approach seeks to bring about real-time evaluation and continued…

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Cosmetic Surgery Standards to Better Protect Patients

28 August 2023

With the exponential growth of cosmetic surgery in recent years, The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care (ACSQHC) is currently developing the National Safety and Quality Cosmetic Surgery Standards (Cosmetic Surgery Standards). The Cosmetic Surgery Standards have been developed for implementation in facilities where cosmetic surgery is performed, with the aim of…

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Congratulations to the Diocese of Parramatta – Australia’s first Catholic organisation to achieve external safeguarding accreditation

14 March 2023

On Tuesday 7 March, AGPAL Group Chief Executive – Dr Tina Janamian, proudly joined key members of the Diocese of Parramatta and a number of parishioners to celebrate their achievement of accreditation against the QIP Safeguarding Standards for Children and Vulnerable Adults, Pilot Edition.

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