Managers and Hygiene Representatives' Perceptions of a Patient Safety Initiative to Reduce Healthcare-Associated...

Area of Science:

• Healthcare Management
• Patient Safety
• Infection Prevention and Control

Background:

• Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) remain a significant challenge.
• Effective implementation of new working methods is crucial for preventing organism transmission.
• Enhanced safety engagement is vital for healthcare personnel.

Purpose of the Study:

• To explore managers' and hygiene representatives' perceptions of safety engagement.
• To identify key factors influencing the implementation of HAI prevention measures.
• To understand facilitators' roles in promoting safety culture.

Main Methods:

• Mixed-methods approach combining quantitative and qualitative data.
• Utilized the Sustainable Safety Engagement Index for quantitative assessment.
• Conducted semi-structured interviews with facilitators for in-depth insights.

Main Results:

• Organizational factors (internal and external) significantly impacted implementation.
• Interactions between individuals within the organization were crucial.
• No significant deviations in safety engagement were detected by the index during implementation.

Conclusions:

• Healthcare managers must recognize healthcare complexity and adapt organizational factors.
• A systematic implementation approach with reliable measurements is recommended.
• Dedicated facilitators are essential for fostering interprofessional cooperation and sustained improvement.