Fourteen out of 17 participants (82%) thought that the use of evidence-based practice had improved in their facility. Only participant felt that it had not improved and two were not sure. Thirteen participants provided feedback the use of EBP in their facility. The majority of feedback related to the use of the toolkit by staff. Participants indicated that the use of the toolkit had been helpful in promoting a consistent documented approach. This has promoted confidence and teamwork, as this participant states: Our staff are more confident in what they are doing and RNs have a better understanding of advanced care planning and pain management. The EoL pathway encourages team work. Some participants noted gaining expertise through avenues other than the toolkit. The Joanna Briggs Institute was mentioned but also local specialist palliative care services have also been accessed for training and information support. Have the knowledge and skills of aged care workers improved following implementation? Participants who answered this question (n=16) mostly indicated that the knowledge and skills of aged care workers at their facility had improved following implementation (n=14; 82%). One participant felt that skills and knowledge had not improved and one was not sure. All participants who felt there had been improvements also provided details. Most participants felt that there had been an increase in the knowledge and skills of aged care workers. Evidence for these improvements was clear in some cases, with positive feedback from residents and families: We have had extremely positive feedback from families about palliation. The toolkit helps this and the training we offer staff is important too. Palliative care is a key focus for us. We are building a caring team. Some participants discussed how staff confidence had also improved as a result of the improvements in skills and knowledge, for example: Compared to 12 months ago we are more certain as to what to do with our palliative patients. Now staff are more confident and they are more independent and less reliant on RN advice. Some participants felt that improvements had occurred at all levels of staff, including RNs, ENs, AINs and other staff. Several participants gave examples of staff within their facility that’s had improved their knowledge and skills. have nominated AIN champions too and provided education for all. …we This is across all disciplines - and hospitality staff. We use the toolkit as an educational resource.
Fourteen out of 17 participants (82%) thought that the use of evidence-based practice had improved in their facility. Only participant felt that it had not improved and two were not sure. Thirteen participants provided feedback the use of EBP in their facility. The majority of feedback related to the use of the toolkit by staff. Participants indicated that the use of the toolkit had been helpful in promoting a consistent documented approach. This has promoted confidence and teamwork, as this participant states: Our staff are more confident in what they are doing and RNs have a better understanding of advanced care planning and pain management. The EoL pathway encourages team work. Some participants noted gaining expertise through avenues other than the toolkit. The Joanna Briggs Institute was mentioned but also local specialist palliative care services have also been accessed for training and information support. Have the knowledge and skills of aged care workers improved following implementation? Participants who answered this question (n=16) mostly indicated that the knowledge and skills of aged care workers at their facility had improved following implementation (n=14; 82%). One participant felt that skills and knowledge had not improved and one was not sure. All participants who felt there had been improvements also provided details. Most participants felt that there had been an increase in the knowledge and skills of aged care workers. Evidence for these improvements was clear in some cases, with positive feedback from residents and families: We have had extremely positive feedback from families about palliation. The toolkit helps this and the training we offer staff is important too. Palliative care is a key focus for us. We are building a caring team. Some participants discussed how staff confidence had also improved as a result of the improvements in skills and knowledge, for example: Compared to 12 months ago we are more certain as to what to do with our palliative patients. Now staff are more confident and they are more independent and less reliant on RN advice. Some participants felt that improvements had occurred at all levels of staff, including RNs, ENs, AINs and other staff. Several participants gave examples of staff within their facility that’s had improved their knowledge and skills. …we have nominated AIN champions too and provided education for all. This is across all disciplines - and hospitality staff. We use the toolkit as an educational resource.
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