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The California Nurses Association recently organized a San Francisco protest aimed at Kaiser Permanente, saying its use of artificial intelligence in patient care is a dangerous shortcut. One new report offers perspective that could build nurses' trust.
Health systems have reduced patient falls and increased sepsis recovery rate by using AvaSure's virtual nursing platform to assist on-site RNs, says Adam McMullin, the company's CEO.
The healthcare industry must simultaneously guard against technology outpacing its practical uses, says one physician and CIO.
Showing clinicians how new technologies can streamline their workflows builds a connection with them and breaks down their resistance to adopting these tools, says Rachelle Landry, VP of clinical transformation at BD.
Technology usability issues contribute to burnout. But involving clinicians in developing and deploying tools that fit their workflows is the answer, says Dr. Jesse M. Ehrenfeld, president of the American Medical Association.
Christine Antorini, former Danish education minister, believes that innovative education and job strategies could harness a growing interest in healthcare careers. She began nursing at 58.
Mercy Health is the latest healthcare provider in the Australian state to adopt FiveP's Baret for its clinical communications.
Dr. Monika Sonu uses insights gained during her medical practice to develop technologies that improve patient and clinician experiences. The Healthinnovation Toolbox cofounder and HIMSS24 Changemaker explains.
Nurses and others providing inpatient care are struggling the most with documentation burden, but a new Arch Collaborative report offers some advice on helping reduce nurse burnout and turnover.