From Discard to Design: Syringe Driver Bag with a Purpose
Care Process & Redesign
Environmental Sustainability
National Healthcare Innovation and Productivity Medals
SingHealth
31 December 2024
Introduce single-use syringe driver bags to eliminate sharing between patients and reduce the risk of infection transmission. The project significantly contributed to the hospital’s commitment to achieving TARGET ZERO HARM, reducing HAIs, supporting recycling.
Year Submitted: 2024
Published Date: 31 December 2024
Tags: Care Process ＆ Redesign, Environmental Sustainability, Value Based Care, Safe Care, Quality Improvement, Design Thinking, Surgical Waste, Recycling
About this Content
Aims
Introduce single-use syringe driver bags to eliminate sharing between patients and reduce the risk of infection transmission.
Background
Syringe driver bags are reusable, but there was no standard cleaning practice, leading to infection risks. Mold formation was also observed due to improper drying.
Methods
A multidisciplinary team collaborated with Yellow Ribbon Industries to upcycle condemned linen into single-use syringe driver bags. Specific measurements and trial samples were tested.
Results
Patients were satisfied with the light, soft, and personal-use bags. Ward nurses reported improved infection control and reduced time spent on washing and drying. The initiative also contributed to sustainability efforts.
Conclusion
The project significantly contributed to the hospital’s commitment to achieving TARGET ZERO HARM, reducing HAIs, supporting recycling, and improving operational efficiency.
Lessons Learnt
Upcycling condemned linen into single-use syringe driver bags is cost-effective and reduces environmental waste while ensuring infection control.
Keywords
Upcycling, Infection control, Syringe Driver Bag, Sustainability, Reusable Medical Equipment
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | SingHealth |
Organization(s) Involved | KK Women and Children Hospital |
Platform(s) | National Healthcare Innovation and Productivity Medals |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Healthcare Administration, Nursing |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Infectious Diseases, Healthcare Administrators |
Project Lead(s) | Jennifer De Leon Andaya |
Project Member(s) | Wu HM |
Connect with this contributor!
Jennifer De Leon Andaya - Jennifer.Andaya@kkh.com.sg
Project Attachment
1005_KKH_NHIP_2024_From_Discard_to_Design_Syringe_Driver_Bag_with_a_Purpose.pdf