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Learning disabilities: peer accreditation of a development unit

D Balkizas, S Morton, M Holgate

Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)

|April 5, 1995

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This study outlines peer review accreditation for a new nursing development unit (NDU) in a learning disability home. It highlights the importance of preparation, collaboration, and openness for quality care management.

Area of Science:

Nursing development
Healthcare quality management
Learning disability services

Background:

Establishing a Nursing Development Unit (NDU) in a community home for individuals with learning disabilities.
The need for structured accreditation processes to ensure high standards of care.

Purpose of the Study:

To detail the peer review accreditation process for a newly formed NDU.
To describe the NDU's aims, philosophy of care, and quality management.

Main Methods:

Thorough preparation for the accreditation visit.
Conducting an on-site accreditation visit.
Fostering professional openness and collaboration.

Main Results:

Successful peer review accreditation achieved.

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Established clear aims and philosophy for the NDU.

Implemented ongoing quality management mechanisms.

Conclusions:

Peer review accreditation is a vital process for NDU formation.
Professional collaboration and openness are key to successful accreditation.
The NDU is positioned for sustained quality care delivery.