Basics To Writing Shift Notes.

• We keep shift notes for accountability
• legal responsibilities
• a history of the person's successes and areas they may need help.

What to include in your shift note? Shift notes should be impartial and accurate. They should not include derogatory or emotive language, and subjective opinions should qualify with relevant background information. Shift notes should be;

Shift notes with a care plan. Each person's goals are stated in their care plan and identify areas of need that we can support the person to achieve. Always remember

• who
• what
• why
• when
• where
• how

Please always refer to your companies policies when creating shift notes.