1. Creating and Implementing Standing Orders Linda Mendoza – El Rio Community Health Center

2.  It is a written instruction/document containing orders, rules, regulations or procedures prepared by a physician for the conduct of patient care.  Standing Order (SO) authorizes certain medical staff to carry out medical orders per practice-approved protocol.  SO usually apply to a certain patient population.

3.  Taking steps to improve patient’s health and longevity.  Early detection of disease.  Meet and exceed screening protocols.

4.  What are some common screenings or routine/seasonal immunizations you may consider for SO: Breast and Cervical Cancer Colorectal Cancer Diabetes Immunizations Flu Shots Diabetes

5.  Patients Education about health screening and their frequency Financial impacts

6.  Staff Easier process Saves time

7.  Content/Scope  Who is your target population  Documentation

8.  Increase and improve the delivery of services.  Identify and address care gaps.  To meet and exceed screening protocols.

9.  Organizations will have different processes. Medical Director Nursing Director Committees

10.  Introduction of new SO.  Training of staff.  Resources available for both staff and patients.

11.  How do you measure  Baseline at implementation.  Review at 3 months, 6 months, 12 months.  Review SO for effectiveness. Important note “Have staff buy in!”

12.  Questions?