Launched today by Minister for Health and Aged Care, The Hon Greg Hunt MP, the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care’s (the Commission) National Safety and Quality Primary and Community Healthcare Standards aim to protect Australians from harm and improve the quality of health care that people receive in these settings.
St Vincent’s Private Hospitals, Brisbane and Northside, focus on providing specialised care to their culturally diverse consumer base. Partnering with consumers is embedded in the mission and values of the two hospitals. This has led to a culture where the whole workforce knows it is responsible for delivering person-centred care. This is supported through consumer engagement on governance committees, and a set of policies, tools and templates.