Health Informatics for all Framework for the future Susan Thomas Development Manager National Leadership and Innovation Agency For Healthcare Asiantaeth Genedlaethol Arweiniad ac Arloesoldeb dros Ofal Iechyd
Objectives Define the context and requirement of Health Informatics for all in NHS Wales Propose a strategic overview for the development of Health Informatics for all in NHS Wales 2
HI for all The core context of HI (as proposed by the Learning to Manage Health Information (LTMHI) document) Communication Knowledge Management Data Quality and Management Confidentiality and Security Secondary Uses of Clinical Data and Information Working Clinical Systems Basic IT Skills Clinical and Service Audit 3
Requirement for HI Training and Education LTMHI note that effective treatment of patients is dependant on: The availability, quality and accuracy of information The ability of health professionals to access, use and manage information about individuals Making Information Count promote the need and value of a skilled HI workforce: Information and technology does contribute to improved patient care The training and development in HI skills and knowledge does contribute to the effectiveness of the NHS workforce 4
Engagement HI awareness presentations to: Medical Directors Training Managers Post Graduate Managers Confidentiality Managers KSF Leads IHC Project Managers Higher Education Lunch and learn session 5
Proposed Strategic Overview Vision To create a Health Informatics Education and Training framework for all staff in NHS Wales This framework will inform: What is the required HI competency Roles? What is the current skill gap? What is the skill gap solution? Benefits Realisation 6
HI for all framework Current Skill Gap (KSF) Skill Gap Solution (HI for All) (HEI Institutions) Required Competency (HICP) 7
Phase 1 Building the Foundations Communication and Awareness Introductory HI e learning module Targeted leaflets middle managers In conjunction with HI Professional Development, establish a HI for all website/virtual community Maintain engagement with key stakeholders 8
Phase 1 Building the Foundations Harness Enthusiasm Identify Champions Establish a HI for all Learning Network Link HI to NHS Drivers Liaise with UK wide colleagues to identify joint working Capitalize on partnership working with HEI s to ensure a coordinated approach 9
Phase 1 Building the Health Informatics Catalogue Foundations Establish a resource to provide information on what HI activity is ongoing in NHS Wales and higher education 10
Phase 2 Planning the Infrastructure in NHS Wales Request NHS Implementation Plans Consult on the development of HI content (need identified from gaps in HI catalogue, HI networks, Health Informatics Competency Profiles) Decide on a method of HI training delivery Collaborate with IHC to develop the requirement for an e shell to host HI materials 11
Phase 3 Planning the Building the Infrastructure in NHS Wales Provide funding to NHS Wales to embed HI into NHS structures (following approval of a business case and implementation plans) Commission the development of HI modules 12
HI for all in practice A seamless transfer from HEI s to NHS organisations HI skills will be identified in KSfs with training and education solutions available (e learning or otherwise) 13
Timescales Subject to funding and resources: 2006/07 Foundations and Planning 2007/2008 Building 2008/2009 HI in practice 14
Advice and Guidance Does the Service require a HI framework? Is this strategy achievable re: Timescales Funding 15