Health services are encouraged to establish strong organisational support to enable the implementation of evidence-based PIVC practices. This includes securing executive endorsement to support local policy updates, Medical Record system modifications, and education and training for clinical staff.

1. Local stakeholder engagement is essential and can be achieved through semi-structured focus groups and/or by recruiting key stakeholders to participate in site working groups or serve as local clinical champions.

These documents have been adapted from Stakeholder Mapping Guide.

2. Consumer and community involvement should be embedded throughout the implementation process to ensure a patient-centred approach. Refer to the Health Research Hub Consumer Guide for practical guidance.

Ongoing promotion is essential to sustain engagement during implementation. 

Examples Include: 

a) Logo or catchphrase competition 

An example we have found beneficial is the Logo or Catchphrase competition where we have encouraged staff to contribute designs and build staff ownership. Showcase winning entries including poster and screensavers below, are freely available for you to use as templates, develop your own competition. 

b) Morning or Afternoon tea 

Morning or Afternoon tea featuring promotional biscuits, cake, decorations, stationery branding and even a song.