Accreditation by the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards
ACHS accreditation is a nationally recognised mark of excellence awarded to healthcare organisations who meet rigorous quality and safety standards.
Short Notice Accreditation Assessments: A Testament to Our High Standards
Over 2024-25 both our Toorak Gardens and Stepney sites have undergone a short notice accreditation assessment, reinforcing our adherence to the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards and our focus on continuous improvement.
Our Commitment to National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards
We consistently achieve compliance with the following NSQHS Standards, developed in collaboration with the Australian Government, healthcare professionals and consumers.
Clinical Governance
Ensuring leadership and accountability in care delivery.
Partnering with Consumers
Involving patients and families in care decisions.
Preventing and Controlling Infections
Minimising risk through stringent infection control.
Medication Safety
Enhancing the safe prescribing and administration of medicines.
Comprehensive Care
Delivering holistic, patient‑centred treatment.
Communicating for Safety
Ensuring effective communication among medical teams.
Blood Management
Optimising the safe use of blood products.
Recognising and Responding to Acute Deterioration
Acting quickly to prevent adverse events.
Outstanding Accreditation Outcomes and Key Findings for Burnside Hospital
The ACHS accreditation team has continually commended Burnside Hospital for its exceptional patient safety culture, strong governance, and commitment to excellence in the following areas:
Robust Clinical Governance Framework
Ensuring quality and safety at every level.
Collaborative Approach with Visiting Medical Officers (VMOs)
A culture of teamwork and consultation.
Exceptional Patient Safety Culture
Low incident rates for falls, pressure injuries, and other risks.
Industry-Leading Medication Safety Practices
Highest level of reporting and reconciliation for high‑risk medications.
Strong Consumer Engagement and Patient Advocacy
Patients feel empowered to participate in their care.
Comprehensive Care Excellence
Noted as one of the hospital’s greatest strengths.
High Standards in Surgical Safety
A well‑coordinated, patient‑centred approach in our operating theatres.
Nutritional Excellence
Patients and assessors alike praised the exceptional quality of our meals.
Outstanding Patient Handover Practices
Personalised, respectful, and tailored to individual care needs.
Effective Escalation of Care
Patients feel safe and supported through our REACH escalation procedure.
A Culture of Continuous Improvement
We recognise that healthcare is ever-evolving, and we continuously strive to refine, innovate, and improve our services to meet the needs of our patients, families, and the broader community.
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