NURS FPX 6416 Assessment 1 Needs Assessment Meeting with Stakeholders

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Capella University

NURS-FPX 6416 Managing the Nursing Informatics Life Cycle

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Introduction and Stakeholder Needs Assessment Meeting

Greetings, I am Nathaniel, the Nursing Informatics Master and Project Manager at Vila Wellbeing. Recently, we convened a meeting with five key stakeholders to evaluate the current health information system. The aim was to collect feedback and insights on potential modifications to enhance the system’s effectiveness. In this summary, I will outline the meeting’s significant discussions and outcomes, along with an overview of forthcoming system changes.

Stakeholder Engagement and Project Scope

As the Nursing Informatics Master and Project Manager at Vila Wellbeing, I am tasked with spearheading changes to our organization’s information system. These adjustments seek to improve healthcare accessibility, alleviate burdens on healthcare professionals, and ultimately enhance health outcomes. The implementation of this project is anticipated to span five to six months, encompassing training sessions, pilot testing, and collaborative meetings.

External factors such as demographic shifts, rising chronic illness rates, and the persistent challenges posed by the Sars-Cov-2 pandemic have heightened pressures on Vila Wellbeing (Milella et al., 2021). The objective of these changes is to ensure the delivery of cutting-edge medical care within a comfortable and inclusive environment.

Key Discussion Points and Rationalization

Assessment of Current and Desired Data System State: Stakeholders voiced concerns about existing challenges hindering nurses and healthcare professionals, including difficulties in patient tracking, which jeopardizes patient safety, and delayed treatments due to limited communication channels with patients.

Despite improvements in cost management and data accessibility, stakeholders believe that with appropriate resources and system upgrades, Vila Wellbeing can offer exceptional healthcare experiences in a state-of-the-art facility.

Identification and Mitigation of Risks: Stakeholders highlighted patient challenges stemming from the absence of remote patient monitoring (RPM) and patient portals. The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated these issues, particularly in rural areas, where individuals with chronic illnesses faced limited access to care.

Best Practices for Data System Users: Evidence from studies by Malasinghe et al. (2018) and Chu et al. (2022) supports the efficacy of RPM and patient portals in ensuring treatment continuity, enhancing patient self-management, and improving early detection of patient needs.

Utilization of Technology: Stakeholders agreed on the necessity of installing remote patient monitoring applications on computers and mobile devices, coupled with seamless access to patient portals.

Workflow Enhancement and Communication: Implementation of RPM technologies is expected to streamline workflows, improve patient-provider communication, and provide continuous care, thereby enhancing patient satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Data Capture and Storage: Centralized data storage via patient portals is anticipated to save time for both providers and patients, facilitating more efficient healthcare delivery.

Practice Implications and Future Outlook

With an aging population and increasing health complexities, RPM emerges as a pivotal strategy for extending healthcare beyond traditional clinical settings. Advanced technologies enable continuous patient monitoring, benefiting various demographic groups, including individuals with chronic conditions and preterm infants.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the escalating challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic underscore the urgency of embracing evidence-based RPM technologies. By leveraging these innovations, Vila Wellbeing can bolster healthcare delivery, supporting symptomatic patients, and ensuring treatment continuity amidst evolving healthcare landscapes.

References

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Chu, D., Lessard, D., Laymouna, M. A., Engler, K., Schuster, T., Ma, Y., Kronfli, N., Routy, J.-P., Hijal, T., Lacombe, K., Sheehan, N., Rougier, H., & Lebouché, B. (2022). Understanding the risks and benefits of a patient portal configured for HIV care: Patient and healthcare professional perspectives. Journal of Personalized Medicine, 12(2), 314.

NURS FPX 6416 Assessment 1 Needs Assessment Meeting with Stakeholders

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NURS FPX 6416 Assessment 1 Needs Assessment Meeting with Stakeholders