Resources

Statement clarifies correct terminology for Hospital in the Home, distinguishing it from “virtual hospitals,” and urges consistent, evidence-based usage across sectors.

HITH is acute inpatient equivalent care, utilising highly skilled staff, hospital technologies, equipment, medication, and safety and quality standards, to deliver hospital-level care within a person’s place of residence or preferred (non-hospital) treatment location.

Statement defines competencies and pathways for HITH nurses, outlining education, training and development required to deliver safe acute home care.

This document sets out the Society’s purpose, governance and membership structure, Board roles, meeting procedures, financial provisions and the legal framework for its operation.

This report presents an independent economic evaluation of Hospital in the Home services, examining costs, benefits, system impacts and patient outcomes compared with inpatient care. It analyses efficiency, value for money and policy implications, providing evidence to inform funding, service planning and adoption of HITH models.

This guideline sets out best-practice principles for public Hospital in the Home services in Queensland, defining the HITH model of care, eligibility, clinical governance, quality and safety standards, and delivery requirements to support safe, high-quality acute care in patients’ homes or alternative locations.

This guideline outlines the statewide framework for delivering Hospital in the Home services in NSW, including governance, clinical eligibility, referral and admission processes, risk management and service delivery requirements. It provides practical guidance to support safe, high-quality acute care in the patient’s home.

This guideline provides the statewide framework for delivering Hospital in the Home services in Victoria, outlining governance, eligibility, referral and clinical care processes, safety and quality requirements, and roles and responsibilities to support safe, effective acute care delivered in the patient’s home.

This plan outlines the HITH Society’s mission, values and priorities for 2023–2026, including defining HITH models of care, stakeholder engagement, accreditation, profile-raising, and membership growth through education, research support and advocacy.

This plan outlines the HITH Society’s mission, values and priorities for 2019–2022, detailing goals for leadership, business development, education, safety and quality, and sustainability to support growth of Hospital in the Home services.