Promote Evidence Based Decision Making through developing and
Implementing the Risks, Needs and Dynamics (RND) assessment tool
Why the RND was developed?
- To promote evidence
based decision making
- To ensure safe and
effective levels of care
- To improve quality
assurance processes
How the RND was developed?
- Scope of assessment
tools currently available
- Knowledge of
research and evaluation
methods
- Co-production with
relevant services
What is the RND utilized for?
- Completed on a weekly basis
to promote review of service
provided
- Supports planning for a a safe
and effective service
- Support decision making
regarding admissions
- Highlights areas for
improvement and good practice