Improving Update of O&G Discharge Bundle
Care Process & Redesign
National University Health System Quality Improvement
National University Health System
31 December 2023
Increase uptake of O&G discharge bundle from 50% to ≥70% within 6 months. Demonstrated improved patient satisfaction and efficiency.
Year Submitted: 2023
Published Date: 31 December 2023
Tags: Care Process ＆ Redesign, Value Based Care, Discharge Planning, Access To Care, Turnaround Time
About this Content
Aims
Increase uptake of O&G discharge bundle from 50% to ≥70% within 6 months.
Background
Low uptake due to non-standardized workflows and patient preference variability.
Methods
Educated team, introduced SmartPhrase checklist, standardized workflows.
Results
Sustained ≥70% uptake across all wards within the 6-month timeframe.
Conclusion
Demonstrated improved patient satisfaction and efficiency.
Lessons Learnt
Continuous education, monitoring, and teamwork are essential for long-term improvements.
Additional Information
Recognized as NUH QIX Award Winner
Keywords
Discharge Bundle, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Patient Satisfaction, Workflow Efficiency
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | National University Health System |
Organization(s) Involved | National University Hospital |
Platform(s) | National University Health System Quality Improvement |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Nursing, Medical, Pharmacy |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Obstetrics and Gynaecology |
Project Lead(s) | Kanneganti Abhiram, Subashini Gunasegaran, Tiffany Valencia, Sister P Stella Mary |
Project Member(s) | Shwetha Shanmugam |
Connect with this contributor!
Dr. Kanneganti Abhiram - abhiram_kanneganti@nuhs.edu.sg
Project Attachment
C_331_NUH_NUH_QIX_2023_Improving_Uptake_of_O_G_Discharge_Bundle.pdf