National Model Clinical Governance Framework
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This framework provides a consistent national approach to clinical governance in healthcare, focusing on governance structures, leadership, culture, safety and quality improvement systems, clinical performance, care environment, and consumer partnerships. It supports healthcare organisations in developing systems to ensure accountability, safety, quality of care, and continuous improvement, following the NSQHS Standards.
This resource may refer to information that will be updated from 1 November 2025 to align with the new Aged Care Act and Quality Standards.
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Key Theme
Care coordination and transitions
Corporate and clinical governance
Information management system
Workforce and human resources management
Standard
5: Clinical Care
Outcomes
5.1: Clinical governance
