Checklist of training topics for NABH accreditation preparation

Amongst various preparation that is required for preparing a hospital for accreditation, training of staff is perhaps the most important for implementation. Staff needs to be trained on various policies and procedures documented by the hospital to address NABH standards. Some of the topics require only an orientation while for some a detailed training may be required along with practical demonstration or drills. Here is a list of various training topics that are relevant for accreditation 

Quality Indicators for NABH accreditation preparation

S.N.	Training topic	Coverage	Relevant to
A.      Training topics related to Access, Assessment and Continuity of Care
1.	Scope of hospital services	Clinical services offered by the hospital Services not in scope	All staff, especially staff of front office and admission

Employee rights in hospitals

While patients’ rights are an important element to be ensured by healthcare organizations, employees who work in hospitals are also entitled to certain rights. These rights are largely based on our constitution and legal system and apply to all employees irrespective of individual contract that they may have with the employer. Like all other legal requirements applicable to a hospital, the employing organization is also responsible to ensure that employees rights are fulfilled and protected. It is important that all employees are aware of their rights so that same can be ensured. Below is the list of employee rights.

Checklist of Hospital’s Human Resources Department for NABH accreditation preparation

In NABH standards there is a complete chapter devoted for HR management in hospitals. It is expected that the hospital follows all good HR practices which ultimately makes the hospital a better organization for delivering healthcare services. From NABH standards and various assessment observation, following are the important points with which an HR department of a hospital must be prepared.

Other checklists available for NABH accreditation preparation: 

Infrastructure, IPD-Wards, ICU, Medical Records, Operation Theatre, Ambulance,

All checklists

Checklist for HR department
1. Having a documented HR plan for the hospital. The plan must mention the categories of employees, quantity required under each category, quantity available and future quantity requirements.