Abstract:
In late 2022 the Perfusion College undertook a national survey of all accredited perfusion departments focusing on the provision of N+1 staffing. A questionnaire was sent to the perfusion managers of each centre and followed up to ensure comprehensive data collection. The survey response rate was 96% and captures the national status of N+1 staffing for 2023/23. The questionnaire explored:
· staffing levels
· facilities for oncall staff
· typical workload
· N+1 within work day
· oncall staffing
· N+1 out of hours
In this interactive presentation the findings of this survey are shared as well as an exploration of the importance of N+1 as a safety standard.
John is very interested in Human Factors and set up a team of Human Factors champions across the MDT of the cardiac service. John uses human factors theory to improve clinical care by examining the barriers to best practice. In September 2018 John joined the Perfusion College Council and became College Secretary in January 2023. His role in the College and as an assessor for unit accreditation has given him perspective on the common challenges facing the perfusion profession.
