This autumn, the CQC released new guidance on digital record keeping. Going digital can help you minimise inaccuracies, save space, and so much more - learn how you can go digital for free today with our easy-to-use software.
The latest news out of the CQC encourages care providers to go digital – here’s how we can help with that.
In new guidance released this autumn, the CQC recommends care providers go digital. We know that digital systems can mean good outcomes for people who use services, for providers and for the broader health and care system,” said representatives of the CQC.
Some of you reading this may feel worried about learning a new system. Maybe you or your team don’t feel overly comfortable with the idea of going digital. Not to worry, our software is easy to use and you’ll be up and running in no time.
Our software helps you to better log and preserve care notes, minimise the risk of errors, and ensure that accurate and up to date information is available for all the relevant parties. Going digital can also help you provide real-time information on care delivery so that you’re aware of the change in your service users’ needs and can respond to them quickly.
And as we continue to deal with the effects of COVID-19, inspectors will likely conduct audits and inspections virtually rather than in-person. This means that having all your care notes and records digital will make it even easier to pass your inspection.
The CQC outlines the following principles as good guidelines to for determining whether or not you’ve got good records:
"I have records that:
Do your records look like this? If not, we can help with that! We built our system using feedback from care providers across the country, as well as organisations like the CQC.
A recent update from the PRSB in partnership with the CQC encourages providers to include the following 5 points in their records:
Luckily for you, our software already has many these requirements built into it and can help you track and manage the rest.
Going digital will save you time spent on admin so you can spend time on delivering the high levels of care to your service users. It’s never been easier, or cheaper, as the Log my Care basic plan is simple to use and free of charge.
What are you waiting for? Get started today by clicking here to sign up for our free plan. No pressure or monthly payments – you don’t even have to input credit card details. If you have any questions, our team is available to help via phone, email, and the chat feature at the bottom right-hand corner of your screen.
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