Clinical practice development in Central Coast Health.

Area of Science:

• Healthcare Management
• Clinical Practice Improvement
• Strategic Planning in Health

Background:

• Clinical practice development is crucial for healthcare quality.
• Existing clinician work provides a foundation for strategic initiatives.
• Multi-disciplinary team involvement is essential for comprehensive development.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe the formation of a strategic plan for clinical practice development at Central Coast Health.
• To offer a framework for increasingly intensive clinical practice development.
• To support both area-wide and local clinical projects.

Main Methods:

• Development of a strategic plan for clinical practice.
• Inclusion of existing clinician achievements and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Implementation of a simultaneous top-down and bottom-up approach.
• Recruitment of senior personnel for area-wide support.
• Support for clinicians on specific local projects.

Main Results:

• A structured strategic plan for clinical practice development was created.
• Three levels of clinical practice development were defined.
• A dual approach of senior personnel support and local clinician projects was established.
• Clinicians were prepared for team building and practice change.

Conclusions:

• The strategic plan provides a clear direction for clinical practice development.
• The integrated top-down and bottom-up approach fosters engagement and realistic expectations.
• Preparation and support are key for successful clinical practice development and change management.