Pharmacists plan for more hands-on care with HIS
The new Hospital Information System will free up pharmacists from tasks that aren’t a good use of their skills so they can work more directly with patients – something they are keen to do.
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Making the rounds: NH leader connects with staff to ease HIS launch
Sonali Kohli, Executive Vice-President, Digital Transformation and Chief Information Officer, uses a practice called rounding to connect directly with staff across all departments to address specific concerns, clarify any uncertainties, and provide reassurance that staff need during this period of change.
HIS poised to ease caregiver pressures during hospital visits
Niagara Health’s new Hospital Information System will transform the caregiver experience by streamlining patient information and reducing the burden of recalling medical details so caregivers can focus more on supporting their loved ones.
‘A great system for the future’: HIS to benefit patient care
While it takes some getting used to, the transition to a fully digital patient record system has always been for the better when it comes to patient care, say surgeons with experience making the change.
New HIS means taking care of patients 'in the best way possible': Physician
Several Niagara Health physicians have experienced the transition to a fully digital hospital information system elsewhere and have seen patient care change for the better as a result. Here is one doctor's perspective.
Niagara Health hosts first simulated emergency with new interactive ‘SimMom’
NH nurses and physicians participated in two obstetrical emergencies during Wednesday’s simulation with the new high-tech interactive SimMom mannequin.
SCOPE Niagara celebrates one year of supporting health professionals and reducing emergency department visits for patients
The program helps to identify gaps in care all while reducing unnecessary visits to the ED.
Niagara Health first hospital in the world to purchase Indigenous-supplied, branded medical gloves
Niagara Health played a pivotal role in establishing a partnership with Indigenous medical supplier MSS to help build an Indigenous value-based supply chain.
Niagara Health launches new digital imaging system to significantly improve patient care and outcomes
The change comes after listening to patient feedback and comes with a long list of benefits, including quicker diagnoses.
Niagara Health selects Oracle Cerner to build modern hospital information system and enhance care for patients in the Niagara region
Niagara Health has signed a 10-year agreement with Oracle Cerner to build a modern hospital information system that will serve all five Niagara Health sites and Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre.
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