Quality criteria needed to achieve JCI accreditation

Quality criteria needed to achieve JCI accreditation:

Patient-Related:
• Consistent and optimal care from patient admission to discharge. [3]
• Ensure safety of patients, reducing risk in clinical processes. [3]
• Ability to assess patient needs and concerns through their medical, physical history, etc. [1]

Management-Related:
• Implementation of guidelines, policies for patient care, quality improvement, infection control and prevention. [1]
• Proper documentation of staff qualifications and training, patient information and data management. [1]
• Able to effectively assess performance by reviewing the 6 categories of risk management:
1. General safety and security
2. Hazardous materials and waste
3. Emergency management
4. Fire safety
5. Lab equipments
6. Utilities.[2]


References:
1. Hamami (2007). Joint Commission (JCI) Standards. Retrieved 8 June, 2008 from PharmaCorner Website: http://www.pharmacorner.com/default.asp?action=article&ID=925
2. Hamami (2008). Tracer Methodology: A New Approach to the Accreditation Survey. Retrieved 8 June, 2008 from PharmaCorner Website: http://www.pharmacorner.com/default.asp?action=article&ID=1409
3. Healthbase.com (2007). Medical Tourism FAQ. Retrieved 7 June, 2008 from https://www.healthbase.com/hb/pages/medical-tourism-faq.jsp#29

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