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Following on from my posts on the Letby inquiry, NHS Whistleblowers have written to Lady Justice Thirlwall's inquiry, asking for them to be formally included as core participants. The inquiry has stated it will consider NHS culture. The group says "a culture detrimental to patient safety" is evident across the health service. "NHS staff who have bravely spoken up about patient-safety concerns or unethical practices deserve to have their voices heard," Dr Matt Kneale, who co-chairs Doctors' Association UK, which is part of the group, said. It's high time, these voices are heard. Patient safety cannot be improved until the culture within the NHS is carefully looked at and improved. Senior NHS managers must be held accountable if they do not listen and take action on any patient safety concern raised. The consequence of not doing so is hugely detrimental, irreversible and damaging. HSSIB also recently published an investigation, one of several investigations that is being carried out to explore the theme of workforce and patient safety. The following findings were found: 1) Limited engagement of temporary staff in patient safety investigations may limit the potential for learning and undermine an investigation’s ability to influence future safety improvements. 2) Patient safety investigations are being concluded without vital information because of observed and perceived barriers to engaging with temporary staff. 3) Temporary staff are not always able to report patient safety incidents, and this impacts on the development of an open reporting culture and the ability to learn from patient safety incidents. 4) The extent to which patient safety investigation findings are fed back to temporary staff varies, limiting the ability for all of those involved to learn. 5) Support is not always provided for temporary staff following a patient safety incident; this can have an impact on staff members’ welfare and on patient safety. 6) NHS England’s approved framework agreements for agency staff do not specifically refer to patient safety, or to support for staff following patient safety incidents. https://lnkd.in/eQdGf8uJ #patientsafety #clinicalnegligence #NHSwhistleblowers Fletchers Group

How can gaps in the safety system be addressed? Speaking with PSA Chief Executive Alan Clamp, Patient Safety Commissioner Dr Henrietta Hughes emphasises the importance of understanding the roles, remits and powers of key patient safety organisations in the healthcare system. While each part of the system does their bit, the gaps (or overlap) between remits can create confusion and result in patients falling between the cracks. Our 2022 report, Safer Care for All, highlighted these risks. This year, the Patient Safety Commissioner will be working on the Patient Safety Atlas of Powers, which aims to bring together all the powers and organisations involved in patient safety. By being better able to identify gaps in the safety landscape, the Patient Safety Commissioner will be able to make recommendations for addressing them.

A new consultation on a framework for patient safety opens today. The need for transparency and data driven decision making are notable. I would have liked to see something on event analysis, victim handling and incorporation of human factor practice, but perhaps the principles will evolve after feedback.

The 'Patient Safety Commissioner ' has recently issued a set of draft Principles of Better Patient Safety to act as a guide for senior leaders in how to deliver safer care for patients and reduce avoidable harm Better Patient Safety Principles -Create a culture of safety -Put patients at the heart of everything -Treat people as equals -Identify and act on inequalities -Identify and mitigate risks -Be transparent and accountable -Use information and data to drive improved care and outcomes for patients and help others to do the same With Health and Social Care evolving, now is a time to input, feedback and drive changes to ensure individuals safety and wellbeing is at the heart of all services. Have your say today. https://lnkd.in/ec_qF32a https://lnkd.in/ecRHNxxk #PatientSafetyComissioner #OpenCulture #HealthAndSocialCare #CareConsultancy #DelphiCare #OutcomeFocused

During Patient Safety Week, it’s important to highlight that staff safety and patient safety are inextricably linked. A culture of safety prioritizes both staff safety and patient safety, ensuring healthcare workers can provide care without compromising their own well-being. When acting to develop a culture of safety, healthcare organizations need to prioritize the safety of workers along with their patient safety strategy. Visit us online or talk with our Learning Advisors to discover how you can create a safety culture in your organization that prioritizes both staff safety and patient safety! Visit: #CPSW2024 #StaffSafety #PatientSafety #Healthcare HealthCareCAN - SoinsSantéCAN Healthcare Excellence Canada

Every patient deserves care in an environment where safety is a priority and trust, transparency, and teamwork are the foundation.   Maintaining a safety-first culture can be complex, even for the most dedicated physicians, nurses, and clinical staff.   How do we ensure patient safety remains at the forefront across all care settings? It starts with open communication, collaboration, and a commitment to learning from every interaction.   I had the privilege of sitting down with leading experts to explore how fostering transparency, empowering teams, and building a culture of safety can transform patient care. Their insights shed light on practical strategies to prevent harm, improve outcomes, and create trust-filled environments where both patients and healthcare professionals thrive.   Take a closer look at how we can shape safer, more connected care environments. https://lnkd.in/efamvHuK

Today, we join the global community in recognizing World Patient Safety Day! At Lynn Community Health Center, we're committed to providing the highest level of care and compassion to our patients. As the leading provider of healthcare services in our community, we take pride in our commitment to patient safety and compliance. In fact, we've been recognized for our efforts with numerous awards and accolades! We've received the prestigious Patient Safety Award from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) for consistently meeting high standards of patient safety. We've been named a "Top Performing" health center by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) for our commitment to quality and patient safety. We've received the "Compliance 100 Award" from the American Hospital Association (AHA) for our excellence in compliance and patient safety. These awards (and more!) are a testament to our dedicated team's hard work and commitment to ensuring the highest level of care for our patients. We're proud to be a leader in patient safety and compliance, and we're committed to continuing to prioritize these efforts in the years to come. So, what can you do to stay safe while receiving healthcare services? Here are a few tips: Always ask questions about your treatment and medications Review your medical records and ask for clarification on any information Report any concerns or errors to your healthcare provider Take an active role in your healthcare by asking questions and seeking a second opinion #PatientSafety #LCHCServices #LCHCDepartments #HealthcareForAll #PatientAwareness #WatchUsWork #WorldPatientSafetyDay #HighLevelofCare #advocateForYourself #Compliance #ComplianceAwards #LCHCAwards #LCHCRecognitions #PatienSafetyAward

Clear communication in healthcare is fundamental to ensuring a strong Dr and Patient relationship. Effective communication contributes to patient safety, improved treatment outcomes, building trust, reducing patient anxiety, coordinated care, cultural diversity, cultural competent care, and enhancing the overall efficiency and effectiveness of compassionate healthcare for all patients.

Patient Safety Specialist play a vital role in implementing the NHS Patient Safety Strategy, and will be a key partnership for Freedom to Speak Up Guardians to triangulate themes and data, share good practice and learn from each other. I have recently completed the NHS patient safety syllabus, it was a great refresh into system thinking, human factors, just learning and proactive risk identification, all of which need a healthy speaking up culture to be effective #FTSU #CPD #patientsafety #patientsafetysyllabus #freedomtospeakupguardians

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