Consultation on resources to support the NSQHS Standards (second edition)

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The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care (the Commission) is seeking feedback on draft resources to support the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards (second edition) via public consultation until mid-to-late May 2017. The Standards, along with drafted resources to assist with preparing for and implementing systems and processes for…

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Enhancing safety and quality in cosmetic surgery: New standards and recent updates

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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Strategic Planning

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While the priority for health and community service providers is helping their patients, clients or consumers, these organisations are operated as a business, and like every other business, they need a plan.

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Streamlined Compliance: QIP’s Role in MPS and NSQHS Accreditation

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Quality Innovation Performance Limited (QIP) proudly provides accreditation services to organisations seeking to meet the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards, including the Multi-Purpose Services (MPS) Aged Care Module. This accreditation ensures that small, regional, and remote communities across Australia receive high-quality, integrated health and aged care services.

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Transforming Healthcare Accreditation: The Introduction of Short Notice Assessments

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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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Unpacking Open Disclosure in Healthcare: Insights from QIP’s Latest Webinar

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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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