Ranran Dong
Liaocheng Cardiac Hospital, Shandong
China
Abstract Title:
Investigation on the benefits of moving nurse station forward for both patients and nurses
Biography:
Purpose The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of moving from a centralized nursing station to close- to-patients bedside model. Methods Breaking away from the traditional model where nurses gather to work at the nursing station, we developed a multifunctional treatment cart capable of carrying all necessary items for patient treatment and nursing care, with medication, equipment, and various nursing supplies. Mobile nursing devices, like iPad, Personal Digital Assistant (PDA), mobile barcode printer were also equipped, transforming the nurses' workplace from the nursing station to the patient’s side. Results Through the forward movement of the nursing station, bedside admission and discharge processes were implemented, with 100% and 82% of admissions and discharges being handled at the bedside, respectively. The average time saved for admission and discharge procedures was 21 minutes and 62 minutes, respectively. Daily, two nursing positions were eliminated, and each nurse saved 10 km of walking. Consequently, patient satisfaction saw a significant increase, rising from 95.2% to 98.7%. Conclusion By moving the nursing station to the bedside, we have liberated nurses from time-consuming tasks, allowing more time for patient care. This forward movement has increased nursing work efficiency, broadened the range of services, boosted patient satisfaction, optimized staffing, reduced the physical strength on nurses, which generated positive social outcomes.
Research Interests:
Purpose The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of moving from a centralized nursing station to close- to-patients bedside model. Methods Breaking away from the traditional model where nurses gather to work at the nursing station, we developed a multifunctional treatment cart capable of carrying all necessary items for patient treatment and nursing care, with medication, equipment, and various nursing supplies. Mobile nursing devices, like iPad, Personal Digital Assistant (PDA), mobile barcode printer were also equipped, transforming the nurses' workplace from the nursing station to the patient’s side. Results Through the forward movement of the nursing station, bedside admission and discharge processes were implemented, with 100% and 82% of admissions and discharges being handled at the bedside, respectively. The average time saved for admission and discharge procedures was 21 minutes and 62 minutes, respectively. Daily, two nursing positions were eliminated, and each nurse saved 10 km of walking. Consequently, patient satisfaction saw a significant increase, rising from 95.2% to 98.7%. Conclusion By moving the nursing station to the bedside, we have liberated nurses from time-consuming tasks, allowing more time for patient care. This forward movement has increased nursing work efficiency, broadened the range of services, boosted patient satisfaction, optimized staffing, reduced the physical strength on nurses, which generated positive social outcomes.
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