If you have achieved Get With the Guidelines-Heart Failure Bronze Level performance or higher recognition for your program, then achieving Joint Commission certification for your program involves these basic steps.
Review the DSC standards, certification participation requirements and performance measures.
The Disease-Specific Care Standards Manual can be purchased by calling (877) 223-6866 or visiting the JCR Inc Webstore.
Conduct a self-assessment.
Determine which standards and elements of performance you are already in compliance with, and where you will need to make changes to become compliant.
Put the new policies and procedures you’ll need into place.
Implement action plans to make the changes. Any new standard compliance initiatives should be worked into daily operations. Keep in mind that once you have applied you have up to 12 months to schedule your review.
Apply.
Request a login name and password for your online application by clicking the Application for Certification link at the How to Become Certified webpage. Once you get your login name and password, complete your application online and submit it. Don’t forget to send in your deposit payment by mail or phone
Schedule your review.
Upon receipt of your deposit, you will be assigned an Account Representative. This person is your personal Joint Commission contact who will assist you through the certification process. Work with your Account Representative to schedule the date of your first review.
After your review is completed, if needed, complete any requirements for improvement.
If there are any items where further work is requested; make the changes and submit these changes back to your Account Representative within 45 or 60 days.
Publicize your achievement.
When you’ve attained your “Gold Seal of Approval™” – let the world know! Visit the Publicity Kit for Certified Organizations for tips and artwork to use.