Story of Excellence

Simulation-led learning drives faster stroke response times

Stroke Services at University Hospital Geelong, Barwon Health (VIC) has been recognised with a 10th Anniversary Clinical Care Standards Excellence Award.

The Commission is also committed to ensuring that the statistical healthcare datasets accessed pursuant to our functions under the National Health Reform Act 2011 and the National Health Reform Agreement is managed in a manner which is generally consistent with the APPs, as well as state

Videos for clinicians

Three short videos for clinicians on shared decision making have been developed:

The range of tools and resources that can be used to assist shared decision making include:

Our new cognitive impairment resources can help to:

The Workplace Diversity Program sets out the Commission's plan to foster diversity and inclusion in our workforce, and through a variety of initiatives, achieve a positive, respectful and equitable workplace environment and culture.

Scope

The Antimicrobial Stewardship Clinical Care Standard provides advice to clinicians, consumers and health services on key components of care including:

Development of the Acute Coronary Syndromes Clinical Care Standard was supported by a topic working group comprised of consumers, clinicians, researchers and health organisations. 

The main roles of the Topic Working Group was to:

The Commission’s purpose is to lead improvements in the safety and quality of health care so all Australians receive better care, everywhere.

Delirium is an acute change in mental status that is often triggered by acute illness, surgery, injuries or adverse effects of medicines.