Challenges / Lessons Learned Actionable Knowledge Knowledge into Action Masterclass 27th March 2014 Actionable knowledge can be described as a set of skills, tools and technology (or combination of them) that allow for an evidence base to be created, translated and delivered to the right person at the right time, in a format of their choosing, in the place they need to know it for the benefit of patient and client care. Format and delivery channels are important for actionable knowledge – it provides clear and concise calls to action based on best evidence, and can easily be accessed and integrated within everyday workflows at point of care. Examples Benefits CLEAR – Clinical Enquiry and Response service (web and mobile) NHS Scotland NEWS and Sepsis Screening (diagnostic tool mobile app) Clinical Pathways and Guidelines – (Clinical Knowledge Publisher platform) Decision support incorporated into NHS Tayside Diabetes care system – (Alerts and prompts embedded within SCI-Diabetes system) Practitioners Supports implementation of guidelines Supports evidence based practice Convenient and easy to apply - integrated into workflows Helps practitioners do the right thing every time Supports consistency and equity of care Challenges / Lessons Learned Further information Challenge - to find the right tools for the situation and audience Content and tools need to be tailored to context and setting Local ownership of solution is important Local IT policies, e.g. use of mobile devices Name: Sandra Davies Title: Senior Information Manager Organisation: NHS Education for Scotland Contact Details: sandra.davies@nes.scot.nhs.uk http://www.knowledge.scot.nhs.uk/together/knowledge-into-action/implementation/actionable-knowledge.aspx -Insert Photo-