Trust Board papers - University Hospital Southampton NHS ...

Divisional annual review day where previous performance is assessed using internal and externaldrivers5 PIF Format5.1 To reflect our development approach, the PIF format has been updated. The brand principles of the2012/13 PIF have been retained in a simple succinct and recognisable design but this moves fromfour priority pillars to five, reflecting the NHS outcomes framework domains5.2 Performance measures are fully integrated to the quality domains. To continue with a focusedapproach there will be more than three key priorities in each of the five domain areas.6 Communication and Engagement6.1 The Quality Account engagement process will invite Board members, senior managers, andclinicians, and Trust staff, key external stakeholders and patient/Lay groups including LiNKs andCouncil of Governors to comment on and support identification and final setting of the key priorities.6.2 Key leads have made early initial proposals for the 2013/14 improvement framework, and draftpriorities at Appendix A to facilitate further discussion, engagement and consultation.6.3 The summary version of the original format Patient Improvement Framework (PIF) for 2012/13 isenclosed at Appendix C for reference.7 Delivery Plan7.1 The development of this PIF will support and align to the refreshed annual strategic objectives. Arobust performance monitoring framework will remain in place.7.2 Following final agreement of the patient quality improvement framework priorities for 2013/14 in April2013, divisional implementation and delivery plans will be finalised.7.3 Quarterly reports on each of the sub-sections of the PIF will continue to monitor performance againstcorporate metrics. How these will be reported will need further consideration. Divisional targets will beagreed and monitored through the Executive quarterly performance meetings.7.4 The monthly Board KPI report will include the revised national performance metrics.7.5 The ward/department Quality Dashboard will be updated with the revised metrics and priorities.8 Key dates and timetable for 2013:8.1 A detailed quality report project plan is available to cover Trust, Auditor, DH and Monitor needs. Thiswill be updated as final Monitor and DH guidance for 2013 becomes available. The QualityReport/Account process will coordinate with the wider Annual Report timetable led by the Director ofCommunications & Engagement, and will integrate to the Annual Plan led by the Director of Strategy& Business Development, as appropriate.8.2 Key milestones for the quality report are contained in AppendixTrust Board are asked to:- Approve the approach being taken to agree the Patient Improvement Priorities (PIF) for 2013/14,which includes wider consultation, further development and inclusion in our annual NHS Trust QualityAccount, and NHS FT Quality Report. Agree the proposed PIF new format which incorporates the NHS Outcomes Framework Consider the future reporting and performance monitoring development plan and framework3