Epidemiology module of practical skills for mbbs student

Record results of supervision

After each supervisory visit, prepare a supervisory report with a file copy. This report is vital for planning corrective measures as well as for use in future supervisory visits. The sample Supervisory Visit Report (Table 8.2) summarizes the key points from a supervisory visit and meeting.

Step 4: Follow-up

Supportive supervision does not end with the conducted visit and you should plan for follow-up, which may include the following:

Follow up on agreed actions by supervisors and supervised staff
Analyze data regularly and establish regular communication with supervised staff to see if recommendations are being implemented.

Provide feedback to all stakeholders discussing equipment supply and delivery problems with higher levels
Conduct follow-up visits

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  ƒ Review reports from previous supervision visits and continue to work on the issues raised. Tell health workers what you have learned from the previous visit, in order to avoid repeating the same information
  

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  ƒ Observe health workers to see if bad behaviours or attitudes have been corrected and, if it is the case, congratulate them. Check if any perceived lack of improvement is due to hidden problems that need to be addressed.
  
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  ƒ Fulfill promises made at the previous visit (i.e. if supplies or other support had been promised).