Abstract
Human factors systems approaches are critical for improving healthcare quality and patient safety. The SEIPS (Systems Engineering Initiative for Patient Safety) model of work system and patient safety is a human factors systems approach that has been successfully applied in healthcare research and practice. Several research and practical applications of the SEIPS model are described. Important implications of the SEIPS model for healthcare system and process redesign are highlighted. Principles for redesigning healthcare systems using the SEIPS model are described. Balancing the work system and encouraging the active and adaptive role of workers are key principles for improving healthcare quality and patient safety.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 14-25 |
Number of pages | 12 |
Journal | Applied Ergonomics |
Volume | 45 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 2014 |
Keywords
- Balanced work system
- Healthcare
- Healthcare team
- Macroergonomics
- Patient safety
- Patient-centered care
- SEIPS model
- Sociotechnical system
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Human Factors and Ergonomics
- Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation
- Safety, Risk, Reliability and Quality
- Engineering (miscellaneous)