CIO Connect Brief - December 2023

December 2023 – CIO Connect Brief Real Time Location Services pilot at Banner Wyoming Medical Center (WYMC)

adhere to hand hygiene protocols, RTLS can significantly reduce the spread of infections within the facility. This not only improves patient safety, but also enhances the hospital’s compliance with health standards, potentially leading to better scores in health care quality assessments like Leapfrog IT benefits of RTLS: Asset management: RTLS provides precise information on the location and utilization of medical equipment, helping in efficient asset management and reducing the incidences of lost or misplaced items Data analytics: The data collected through RTLS can be analyzed to identify patterns, predict needs and make informed decisions about resource allocation and facility management Network efficiency: Integrating RTLS with existing IT infrastructure, like Cisco spaces and Cox ProSight, can enhance network efficiency and provide a seamless experience for both health care providers and patients Implementation and future prospects: The pilot at Banner WYMC will serve as a testbed for assessing the effectiveness of RTLS in a real-world health care environment. The success of the pilot could pave the way for a broader implementation across Banner’s network, leading to more efficient health care delivery and improved patient experiences

Banner’s decision to pilot Real Time Location Services (RTLS) at Banner WYMC, leveraging Cisco spaces and Cox ProSight, represents a significant step toward enhancing operational efficiency and patient care. RTLS technology is designed to provide real-time tracking of equipment, staff and patients within the health care facility. Clinical benefits of RTLS: Improved patient care: RTLS enables health care providers to quickly locate necessary equipment and staff, reducing response times in critical situations. This can lead to improved patient outcomes and increased patient satisfaction Enhanced workflow management: By tracking the movement of staff and patients, RTLS helps in optimizing workflows, reducing wait times and ensuring that patients receive timely care Safety and security: RTLS can be used to monitor the location of patients, especially those with cognitive impairments, reducing the risk of patient elopement or loss within the facility Hand sanitation tracking: An essential clinical benefit of RTLS in a health care environment is its ability to track hand sanitation compliance. By monitoring and ensuring that health care providers

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