Practice What You Preach - Bridging the Gap Between Education and QAPI

Saturday, April 9, 2011: 10:00 AM-11:30 AM
Primary Presenter:
Pam Edwards, RN, BSN, CHPN
Area of Emphasis: Quality Assessment, Performance Improvement, Benchmarking
Learning Objectives:
1. Identify essential elements and processes of an innovative education program
2. Explain the process of implementing the program
3. List three measurable outcomes that are improved by the implementation of an education program
This presentation will provide information on establishing an education program using a preceptor as an educator, performance improvement analyst and clinical care specialist to ensure education is transferred to application and meets quality assurance expectations. Faculty will explain how to create an open and trusting environment where staff will ask for help as well as review indicators that show how this innovative program has improved patient care, compliance and staff satisfaction while reducing staff turnover.
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