Implementation of a novel team-based model of care using expert intensive care unit physiotherapists to supplement critical care surge demand

Within Victoria, Australia, the emergence of the Delta variant resulted in a significant and rapid increase  in case numbers and high demand for intensive care beds statewide. While prior pandemic planning had been undertaken at a state level, the Delta variant necessitated a need for further rapid expansion of intensive care unit (ICU) beds. Our hospital subsequently implemented a Department of Health– designed team-based model of care to support this rapid ICU expansion—where tasks were allocated according to skill and not discipline.

Source: Australian Critical Care - November 25, 2022 Category: Nursing Authors: Lauren Phillips, Nina Leggett, Joanne Miller, Louise McKinlay, Kirsty May, Kimberley Haines Tags: Discussion paper Source Type: research