Poster 418 Improving Patient Handoff for Acute Rehabilitation Admission

Abstract

is obtained after residency. We found no evidence that informal learning of practice management principles occurs during residency. Identified knowledge gaps span the spectrum of practice management principles and can guide future curriculum development.

A Lean Six Sigma Quality Improvement Project to Increase Discharge Paperwork Completeness for Admission to a Comprehensive Integrated Inpatient Rehabilitation Program

“…A recent presentation reported that 83% of discharge paperwork received by a CIIRP lacked important information. 14 The discharge summary, or discharge paperwork, is foundational for continuity of care for patients discharged from acute services. This summary is especially important for patients admitted to CIIRPs, where close monitoring by physicians and nurses is required to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes.…”

“…A recent presentation reported that 83% of discharge paperwork received by a CIIRP lacked important information. 14…”