Reducing Turnover Time of Splint Application in The Operating Theatre
Care Process & Redesign
National University Health System Quality Improvement
National University Health System
31 December 2023
Reduce turnover time for orthopedic splint application in the operating room from 10 minutes to 8 minutes by July 2023. Streamlined process effective in improving efficiency and reducing errors.
Year Submitted: 2023
Published Date: 31 December 2023
Tags: Care Process ＆ Redesign, Quality Improvement, Workflow Redesign
About this Content
Aims
Reduce turnover time for orthopedic splint application in the operating room from 10 minutes to 8 minutes by July 2023.
Background
Orthopedic splint application is laborious, inconsistent, and time-consuming, leading to inefficiencies.
Methods
Developed lean workflows, tested new methods like using precut splints and water sprays.
Results
Reduced turnover time from 10 to 6 minutes, errors to 0%, and demonstrated cost avoidance potential.
Conclusion
Streamlined process effective in improving efficiency and reducing errors.
Lessons Learnt
Simplified workflows and engaged all stakeholders. Continuous improvement is crucial.
Keywords
Turnover Time, Splint, Operating Theatre, OT, Orthopaedic
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | National University Health System |
Organization(s) Involved | Ng Teng Fong General Hospital |
Platform(s) | National University Health System Quality Improvement |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Nursing, Medical |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Orthopaedics, Surgery |
Project Lead(s) | Khor Yuet Peng |
Project Member(s) | Gera Sumanth Kumar |
Connect with this contributor!
Dr. Khor Yuet Peng - yuet_peng_khor@nuhs.edu.sg
Project Attachment
C_344_NTFGH_QM_2023_Reducing_Turnover_Time_Of_Splint_Application_In_The_Operating_Theatre.pdf