Measurement and feedback are key to quality improvement. Data can be used to identify areas where services are doing well and areas where improvement is required.
The Integrated Health and Aged Care Services Module (IHACS Module) and User Guide is the primary resource for providers. The resources for the IHACS Module listed on this page are categorised in terms of the Module item that they support.
The National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards provide a nationally consistent statement of the level of care consumers can expect from health service organisations.
The Commission's new Better Care Everywhere initiative will bring together the wide range of guidance, tools and resources developed by the Commission to provide a comprehensive approach to promoting appropriate and sustainable health care.
As the national agency responsible for leading improvements in the safety and quality of health care, the Commission is developing the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards (third edition) and is seeking your input.
Several resources have been identified which are relevant for improving safe and appropriate use of medicines in an ageing population.
Guidance for healthcare services on the ten quality statements from the COPD Clinical Care Standard, as well as helpful resources.
Guidance for clinicians on the ten quality statements from the COPD Clinical Care Standard, as well as helpful resources.
The Aged Care Emergency (ACE) service is a nurse-led multi-agency model of care in the Hunter New England and Central Coast areas of NSW. It provides triage and clinical support and advice for residential aged care facility staff so that care for residents can be delivered in the facility where appropriate to avoid unnecessary transfer to hospital.
This register lists all projects which have been approved to use MedicineInsight data. The project summaries are sourced from the data access form submitted by applicants.
The Commission is undertaking research into safety and quality in virtual care (telehealth), in acute health and primary healthcare settings.
The Commission has developed a series of resources on infection prevention and control (IPC) for aged care service providers and staff.