Vaccine Champion Training Course : Three-Part Module-Handout: Quality Intervention Programs and Document Vaccines

Handout: Quality Intervention Programs and Document Vaccines

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The document outlines Module #2 of the Vaccine Champion Training Course, which focuses on Quality Intervention Programs and Documenting Vaccines. This educational module is supported by the ACOEM Vaccine Initiative, backed by the CDC under a financial award to the CMSS. The module does not necessarily reflect the official views of CDC or the U.S. Government.<br /><br />Arthur P. Sanchez, a nurse informaticist with experience in occupational medicine and health informatics, contributes to this module. He has a background in implementing electronic health records (EHR) and enhancing workplace health programs. The module's agenda includes discussions on Immunization Information Systems (IIS) and their interaction with EHRs, alongside quality improvement concepts in clinical practice.<br /><br />Key learning objectives include understanding HL7 and FHIR standards, recognizing the benefits of IIS data integration, and developing strategies for quality improvement.<br /><br />IIS are confidential databases that record immunization doses, aiming to provide a comprehensive vaccine documentation at regional levels. The text explains that HL7 and FHIR standards facilitate health information exchange, with FHIR offering modern solutions to previous HL7 complexities for better interoperability, scalability, and patient-centric care.<br /><br />Integrating immunization data enhances healthcare by providing vaccine histories for informed patient care and generating public health data for population-level actions. Quality Improvement (QI) is described as a continuous effort to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and equity, employing the PDSA (Plan, Do, Study, Act) cycle as a methodical approach. The document encourages making QI part of organizational culture through small-scale initiatives, celebrating gains, revising, and repeating processes. <br /><br />Key takeaways emphasize immunization data integration benefits and the persistent efforts required for quality improvements. The document concludes with references to CDC resources and PDSA materials.

Keywords

Vaccine Champion Training

Quality Intervention Programs

Documenting Vaccines

ACOEM Vaccine Initiative

Immunization Information Systems

HL7 and FHIR standards

Electronic Health Records

Quality Improvement

PDSA cycle

Health Informatics