Health Care Records on Trial

HEALTH CARE RECORDS ON TRIAL
VENUE: Academic Centre, The James Cook University Hospital, TS4 3BW



Date to be confirmed

COURSE INFORMATION
Healthcare records are an integral part of safe and effective healthcare, as well as an essential tool in risk management and clinical audit. If complaints or claims are made, best practice records
means the necessary evidence is available to deal with any complaint, investigation, inquiry or court proceedings, fairly and effectively.  This course is targeted at healthcare professionals to equip them with the knowledge; competencies and skills to make records that will advance best practice care and ensure the necessary evidence is available to deal with concerns, complaints and claims.

This is an intensive training day. The accountability of the healthcare professional and different ways in which records will be scrutinized, will be analysed and explained.  Clinical, professional and legal requirements applying to record keeping will be considered.  Common errors in record keeping will be highlighted through trainer led discussions and consideration of real case studies.

Key Learning Points include:

*  Understanding records as an integral part of professional care
*  Appreciating how the professional is held to account for their practice and records
*  Considering how records will be scrutinized
*  Applying best practice principles to ensure records will stand up to scrutiny
*  Identifying key factors in ensuring safe use of shared care records
*  Considering the use of electronic records
*  Analysing the implications of NHS Care Records
*  Complying with Care Records Guarantees in practice
*  Identifying common mistakes

COST
£95 per delegate which includes all course materials, refreshments and lunch.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION / REGISTRATION

To apply please complete and submit the application form below, early registration is recommended.

For terms and conditions please see cancellations policy.