Title: Benefits of Technology in Nursing | Regis College Online
Headings: Benefits of Health Information Technology for Nurse Practitioners
Benefits of Health Information Technology for Nurse Practitioners
Increased Patient Safety
Improved Scheduling
Reduced Test and Procedure Redundancy
Efficient Care Coordination
Faster Lab Results
Increased Patient Information Accessibility
Enhanced Performance Analysis
Streamlined Records Administration
Reduced Hospital Stays
Reduced Operational Costs
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Content: The following benefits represent the latest operational improvements realized through health information technology. Increased Patient Safety
Care providers that have implemented HIT and EHR systems have experienced significant safety improvements due to the real-time information accessibility afforded to all stakeholders. [ 2] Additionally, these technologies allow researchers to analyze information with extraordinary detail and accuracy. Improved Scheduling
Many unforeseen and counterproductive circumstances may arise during a typical care provider workday, which is compounded when staffing shortages occur. To mitigate this risk, healthcare managers use a technology called resource-demand management that analyzes caseload information and staff availability. A similar technology, workforce-management solutions, performs largely the same tasks, while also helping managers control costs and service quality. Reduced Test and Procedure Redundancy
Electronic health records (EHRs) simplify patient information sharing; eliminating redundant testing and procedures and reducing discomfort, inconvenience, medical expenses and risks. [ 3] Using this technology, patients can immediately authorize access to timely and relevant information that is needed by their caregivers. Efficient Care Coordination
Easy access to information facilitates collaboration among multiple care providers.