This page collates some of the most useful quality improvement resources for ED staff, including trainees and supervisors preparing for exams.
This page collates some of the most useful quality improvement resources for ED staff, including trainees and supervisors preparing for exams.
“The conception of improvement finally reached as a result of the review was to define improvement as better patient experience and outcomes achieved through changing provider behaviour and organisation through using a systematic change method and strategies.” (Dr John Øvretveit, Does Improving Quality Save Money? Sept 2009).
The Institute of Medicine (IoM) defines quality care as: safe, effective, patient-centered, timely, efficient and equitable. Read more about these six domains of quality in Crossing the Quality Chasm (IoM, March 2001).
Whilst a good knowledge of QI is useful for all ED staff, below are specific resources you will need to supervise trainees in choosing projects and completing a high quality QIP.
Trainees should be encouraged to practice small QI projects during foundation and core training, either as collaborators or project leads. It is generally accepted that trainees do better if they choose their own subject areas as this helps maintain interest. Regular review of a trainee’s project is important.
Introduction to QI principles and methods
Data and analysis
Courses, further learning and local initiatives
Journals
Information about delivering quality care and quality improvement, alongside the Royal College of Emergency Medicine's Clinical Audit resources and reports.
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The Royal College of Emergency Medicine's vision is to ensure the Urgent and Emergency Care system delivers a truly high-quality patient centred care for all.
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The Royal College of Emergency Medicine's Safety Resources hub where you will find information and resources about alerts, safety resources, safety in the Emergency Department and safety events.
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