1. ACT Ozark Coalition

3. ACT Ozark Started as a community collaborative with 15 organizations.
We became an “official” Coalition in May 2016.
Over 194 members with average quarterly attendance of 60.
Three areas of focus.

4. ACT Ozark Committees Chronic Disease Management Medication Safety
Sepsis (protocol for early identification)
Standardized COPD and CHF education materials
Medication Safety
IV Antibiotic Administration for LTC/SNF
Parameter Monitoring (Vanc Peaks & Troughs)
Gaps in Service
Resource compilation
Volunteer care (church nurses)
Standardized home risk assessment tool

5. Tracking Readmission Rates

6. Benefits of Coalition Participation
Expanded resources for your patients.
Guides a “shared goal” for the healthcare community.
Fosters integration between community providers.
Builds synergy through idea sharing.
Great networking opportunity (for more than just care transitions)

7. ACT Ozarks Coalition Next meeting – Margaret Corbett May 4th, 10am
Conway Regional Medical Center Auditorium
Margaret Corbett