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Marise Goddard-Jones1, Leslie Gevers2
1Marise Goddard-Jones Marise Goddard-Jones is a registered nurse, Senior Auditor (Quality Management Systems), and Aged Care Quality, Assessor. She works as a management systems consultant and implements systems to meet the requirements of the Accreditation Standards ISO 9001 and ACHS EquIP. North Fremantle, WA. Website: < www.ggj.biz >.
Australian aged care services face challenges. Implementing a management system approach helps ensure compliance with Aged Care Accreditation Standards for improved care quality.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Healthcare Management
- Quality Improvement in Aged Care
Background:
- The Australian aged care industry has navigated significant regulatory changes, including the Aged Care Act 1997.
- The Aged Care Accreditation Standards were introduced to mandate service compliance and continuous improvement.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the implementation of a management system approach in an aged care service.
- To demonstrate how this approach ensures adherence to Aged Care Accreditation Standards.
Main Methods:
- A case study approach detailing the implementation of a management system.
- Focus on integrating the management system with existing operational processes.
Main Results:
- Successful integration of a management system within the aged care service.
- Demonstrated compliance with Aged Care Accreditation Standards through the implemented system.
Conclusions:
- A management system approach is effective for ensuring compliance in residential aged care.
- This strategy supports continuous improvement in the standard of care and services provided.
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