Capella 6214 Assessment 1

 Assessment 1:Technology Needs Assessment

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Capella University

School of Nursing and Health Sciences, Capella University

NURS-FPX 6214 Assessment 1:

Health Care Informatics & Tech

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Technology Needs Assessment

As healthcare evolves, the importance of efficient and effective patient care delivery systems becomes increasingly evident. The integration of telehealth technology into electronic health records (EHRs) has emerged as a promising solution to enhance patient care coordination and streamline clinical workflows, leading to better patient outcomes. This Technology Needs Assessment focuses on the integration of telehealth technology into the EHR system at Vila Hospital, aiming to explore the hospital’s current technology infrastructure, identify potential adoption barriers, and recommend solutions for successful implementation. By leveraging telehealth technologies and optimizing clinical workflows, Vila Hospital can elevate patient care delivery and maintain its position as a healthcare industry leader.

Relevance and Importance of a Technology Needs Assessment

A comprehensive needs assessment is crucial for identifying gaps and inefficiencies within a healthcare system and determining the appropriate technology solutions to address these issues. For Vila Hospital’s telehealth-integrated EHR, the needs assessment holds significance for several reasons:

1. Revolutionizing Patient Care Delivery: The integration of telehealth technology has the potential to transform patient care delivery at Vila Hospital (Jin et al., 2020). However, before implementing any new technology, understanding the hospital’s current technology infrastructure and potential barriers is essential. A needs assessment can help identify these barriers and provide recommendations to overcome them.

2. Addressing Medication Errors: The issue of medication errors in remote patient care underscores the need for an upgraded telehealth integrated EHR system at Vila Hospital. By integrating telehealth technology into the EHR, NURS-FPX 6214 Assessment 1:Technology Needs Assessment. healthcare providers can remotely monitor patients’ medication adherence and intervene when necessary, reducing the risk of medication errors (Edrees et al., 2022).

Assumptions

The assumptions underlying the suggested needs assessment for Vila Hospital’s telehealth-integrated EHR system include:

1. The hospital currently possesses a robust electronic health record system.

2. There is a demonstrated need for telehealth technology to enhance patient care delivery at Vila Hospital.

3. An upgraded telehealth-integrated EHR system can effectively address the issue of medication errors in remote patient care.

Issues Affecting Nursing Outcomes

The successful integration of telehealth technology into the electronic health records system at Vila Hospital requires adherence to safety requirements and regulatory considerations to ensure patient safety and privacy. Key safety requirements and regulatory considerations include:

1. HIPAA Compliance: The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) mandates healthcare providers to safeguard patient health information from unauthorized access or disclosure. Telehealth technology used at Vila Hospital must comply with HIPAA regulations to protect patient privacy (Bassan, 2020).

2. Data Security: Robust data security measures should be in place to prevent unauthorized access to patient health information through telehealth technology (Bassan, 2020).

3. Technical Requirements: Staff members using the telehealth technology must receive adequate training to ensure proper use and patient safety (Barberio & Jenkins, 2021).

Potential Impacts of Stakeholders on the Acquisition Process

The acquisition of new telehealth technology or upgrades will significantly impact internal and external stakeholders, as well as end-users. The following potential impacts on stakeholders can be observed:

1. Hospital Administration: Hospital administrators will evaluate the costs, benefits, and alignment with strategic goals before acquiring and implementing telehealth technology (Cho et al., 2020).

2. Nursing Staff: Nursing staff, as end-users, will be actively involved in selecting, implementing, and evaluating telehealth technology and will require adequate training for safe and effective patient care (Petkovic et al., 2020).

3. Information Technology Staff: The hospital’s IT staff will provide support to integrate the telehealth technology with existing systems and ensure technical compatibility (Cho et al., 2020).

4. Patients and Their Families: Patients and their families will be end-users of the telehealth technology and need to be informed about its benefits and limitations while addressing their privacy concerns (Maurer et al., 2022).

Conclusion

In conclusion, a needs assessment is a vital step in integrating telehealth technology into the EHR system at Vila Hospital. Identifying key issues affecting patient care and ensuring safety requirements and regulatory compliance are crucial for successful implementation. Telehealth technology offers the potential to reduce medication errors and improve patient outcomes in remote care settings. NURS-FPX 6214 Assessment 1:Technology Needs Assessment. Careful evaluation of safety requirements and stakeholder considerations will guarantee patient safety and privacy in utilizing the technology. By implementing the recommendations from this assessment, Vila Hospital can enhance patient care, particularly in remote locations, and achieve improved patient outcomes.

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