To improve the process for draining effluent fluid from Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT) machines
Care Process & Redesign
National Healthcare Innovation and Productivity Medals
SingHealth
31 December 2022
To enhance the process for draining effluent fluid from Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT) machines, improving. Improved workflows for effluent fluid drainage reduce staff workload and enhance patient safety.
Year Submitted: 2022
Published Date: 31 December 2022
Tags: Care Process ＆ Redesign, Value Based Care, Productivity, Time Saving, Manhour Saving, Safe Care, International Patient Safety Goals, Adherence Rate
About this Content
Aims
To enhance the process for draining effluent fluid from Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT) machines, improving infection control and nurse safety.
Background
Manual effluent drainage processes were inefficient and posed risks of infection due to aerosolization and spills.
Methods
Developed customized dialysis covers and trolleys; provided training to staff.
Results
Achieved 60% reduction in time spent changing effluent bags; saved 240 minutes per day for NHCS staff.
Conclusion
Improved workflows for effluent fluid drainage reduce staff workload and enhance patient safety.
Lessons Learnt
Customized solutions improve productivity, safety, and infection control in ICU settings.
Keywords
Infection Control, CRRT, Effluent Management
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | SingHealth |
Organization(s) Involved | National Heart Centre Singapore |
Platform(s) | National Healthcare Innovation and Productivity Medals |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Medical |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Neonatology, Intensive Care Medicine, Infectious Diseases |
Project Lead(s) | Low Hui Ling |
Project Member(s) | Koh Hwee Hong |
Connect with this contributor!
Low Hui Ling - low.huiling@nhcs.com.sg
Project Attachment
C_695_NHCS_NHIP_2022_To_Improve_the_Process_for_Draining_Effluent_Fluid_from_CRRT_machines.pdf