APS

Clinical Loss Prevention eLearning Program

The University is pleased to announce its association with Advanced Practice Strategies (APS) and the introduction of the APS Patient Safety and Clinical Loss Prevention web based learning program.  The program initiative has three principal goals:

• To enhance patient safety.
• To minimize errors and adverse outcomes.
• To reduce the frequency and severity of medical malpractice claims and litigation.

Principal characteristics of the APS program include:

• Use of a clinically focused approach, presenting the participant with clinical cases to assess and manage in a non-punitive learning environment,
• Focus upon a systems approach aimed at improving clinical practice and patient safety
• Incorporation of risk management fundamentals (documentation, communication, informed consent, etc.) into clinical scenarios that encourages the participant in developing judgments and decision making.
• CME credits are provided for faculty.

The successful completion of the course curriculum pathway is mandatory for all UMDNJ employed clinical faculty, residents and fellows over the course of a three year period.  Completion of one-third of your respective course curriculum each year, beginning with July 1, 2010, is required.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I register for the APS system?

Registration is easy and accomplished by accessing the APS courses on any computer. Simply access the Clinical Loss Prevention eLearning System portal on the University website located at my.umdnj.edu.  A UMDNJ e-mail address is required for accessing the APS course.

Registration

How do I register for the APS System?

Please follow these steps:

1. Login to “MY UMDNJ” for the UMDNJ website.
2. Click “my apps” (top right).
3. Click “Clinical Loss Prevention e-Learning System” (bottom right).
4. Click first time users: “Click here to register” Under “Login or Register”.
5. Complete the registration for in which you select your applicable school and clinical specialty using the “drop down” windows. In addition, you will be asked to select an APS specific password.
6. In subsequent visits to the APS sit, the user need only insert their UMDNJ e-mail address and their APS specific password.

Questions and Answers

1. Do I need to use a UMDNJ.EDU address?

Yes. If you do not have one, please contact the UMDNJ IST Help Desk on extension 3-3200.

2. I have forgotten my password, How do I change my password?
1. Login to “MY UMDNJ” from the UMDNJ website.
2. Click “my apps” ((top right).
3. Click “Clinical Loss Prevention e-Learning System” (bottom right).
4. Click “Forgot your password”? A screen will prompt you to provide your email address. A link will be sent to your email address that will allow you to go assign a new password.
   
   
3. I need to change my account information. How do I modify my account information?

Follow the first three steps in the preceding section and then click on “MY ACCOUNT”.

Make whatever changes are necessary.

4. Which courses am I responsible for?

The courses indicated for your clinical specialty are indicated in the following graphic form:

Request APS Curriculum Pathway


These courses should automatically appear on your screen once you have
registered.

5. Whom do I contact if I require technical assistance?

UMDNJ Risk Management

Ronald De Vos                                                David Keller
Director of Risk Management                                    Manager of Professional and
(973) 972-6172                                                General Liability
devosrg@umdnj.edu                                                (973) 972-6178
                                                                        kellerds@umdnj.edu

Renee Grant                                                            Pete Donnelly
Administrative Coordinator                                    Supervisor of Risk and Claims
(973) 972-6278                                                Management
grantre@umdnj.edu                                                (973) 972-2912
                                                                        donnelpj@umdnj.edu

APS SUPPORT Staff

Support@APS-Web.COM