Examples of consultants' objectives - BMA
Examples of consultants' objectives - BMA
Examples of consultants' objectives - BMA
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Reducing iatrogenic complications<br />
Suitable for Consultant intensivist.<br />
Objective<br />
To reduce ventilator associated pneumonia in critical care.<br />
Actions to achieve objective<br />
Lead process <strong>of</strong> devising local guideline on care bundle.<br />
Lead education process for critical care nurses.<br />
Success criteria and measures<br />
Compliance figures for ventilator bundle >95%.<br />
Reductions in VAP rate and increase in days since last VAP.<br />
Agreed review process and timetable<br />
Monthly review <strong>of</strong> figures at critical care governance meeting.<br />
Annual report to divisional board.<br />
Support required (including removal <strong>of</strong> organisational barriers)<br />
Education release for training for nursing staff.<br />
Support for purchase <strong>of</strong> necessary consumables.<br />
This objective has a tight review process and stretching criterion for success, reflecting the importance <strong>of</strong><br />
preventing ventilator associated pneumonia. Its successful completion depends on the provision <strong>of</strong> the<br />
supporting resources as listed.<br />
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