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Quality Improvement Projects

Reducing pre-analytical Laboratory samples

This Trust-wide project aims to reduce the number of pre-analytical sample rejections and improve patient experience.

View the laboratory samples poster (1.82 MB) 

The implementation of Paediatric Sepsis 6

To increase the early identification and treatment of Sepsis at GOSH through the introduction of the Sepsis 6 bundle

view the implementation of paediatric sepsis poster (3.18 MB) 

Situational Awareness at GOSH

The introduction of 3 interventions (Safety Huddles, ePSAG and a new status called ‘Watcher’) for more effective Situational Awareness

View the SAFE poster (2.81 MB) 

The implementation of Paediatric Early Warning System (PEWS)

To improve recognition of the deteriorating child through introduction of a new early waring score system.

See the project published on the NHS England Atlas of Shared Learning

Introducing a paediatric Vessel Health & Preservation Framework

To improve patient experience and outcomes in IV access

View the VHP framework poster (728.25 KB) 

Improving the quality and safety of neonatal care

To improve the recognition and management of neonatal jaundice, and compliance with the national newborn blood spot screening programme

See the project published on the NHS England Atlas of Shared Learning

View the neonatal improvement poster (426.7 KB)