S.P.A.N.C.

This blog is meant to be a place for Sunnybrook Peri-Anesthesia Nurses (Pre-Admission Centre, Same Day Surgery, Post Anesthetic Are Unit and Surgical Short Stay Unit) to stay in communication with each other and to be up-to-date with concerns regarding the Peri-Anesthesia Department. The Purpose of S.P.A.N.C is •To re-implement a unit based council •to identify the unique role of the Peri-anesthesia nurse and to help staff from other areas understand what it is that we do •to create a collegial atmosphere for sharing our professional experiences within the subgroups of Peri-anesthesia •to facilitate open discussion and priority of issues relating to professional practice, education and research that impact on the quality of our work life and thereby affect positive outcomes for our patients and their families.

Monday, March 15, 2010

SAQ #26

HOW DOES THE TEAM USE THE INFORMATION IT COLLECTS ABOUT THE QUALITY OF ITS SERVICES? YELLOW, HIGH PRIORITY
Summary of Related Standard(s)

16.3 The team compares its results with other similar interventions, programs, or organizations.16.4 The team uses the information it collects about the quality of its services to identify successes and opportunities for improvement, and makes improvements in a timely way.16.5 The team shares evaluation results with staff, clients, and families.
Process Currently in Place - Evidence of Current Status
. We have perianesthesia contacts at other facilities through OPANA networking. Ideas and questions are shared and if applicable are further shared with staff.
. Picker scores
Improvement Strategy / Action Plan
March2010-onward
Reassess in June

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