Health / New NHS software set to help teams transition from paper to digital records
SOFTWARE helping healthcare providers to move from paper to electronic patient records is set to be rolled out by NHS Shetland.
Cambric Systems has announced that its Morse solution has been selected by NHS Shetland, potentially saving nurses 30 minutes per shift to spend with patients.
The Morse mobile electronic patient record will be used by clinicians working as they interact with patients, both online and offline, to deliver healthcare across multiple islands.
It is hoped the system will be in place within the next the next six to 12 months.
Morse will enable NHS Shetland to move from paper-based to electronic patient records, which can be easily accessed and kept up to date, helping to provide an improved, connected patient journey.
The software will initially be implemented by the community nursing teams, with plans to roll it out to specialist community services and allied healthcare professionals later.
NHS Shetland’s chief community and mental health nurse Kim Anderson said Morse will change how they work for the better.
“Having everything documented in Morse will give us complete visibility of our patient care,” she said.
“It will give us much better oversight and assurance in relation to the quality of and continuity our services.
“It will really help our nurses in the community save time and work more efficiently – we estimate time savings of 30 minutes per shift per nurse.
“Having all the information of previous tests and treatments when they visit a patient, particularly those with complex needs, helps decision making at the time for improved care.”
Bibianna Wojtczak, NHS Shetland senior project manager and team leader added: “The adoption of Morse supports NHS Shetland’s digital ambitions to move from paper-based processes and disconnected systems towards a more integrated, electronic approach to care delivery.
“The offline functionality in Morse is particularly important, as we will be able to record and share assessments with other services.”
Help to quit smoking
Meanwhile NHS Shetland is encouraging anyone who wants to quit smoking to get in touch and get support from the free NHS service Quit Your Way.
The campaign aims to raise awareness of the range of free, confidential support available – from one to one advice to stop smoking medication – to help people stop and stay quit.
The health improvement team wants to reassure anyone feeling hesitant to reach out by reminding them that they are not alone and have a flexible programme that can be delivered face to face, over the phone, or via video-call or a combination of these.
NHS Shetland health improvement practitioner Verona Johnson said that stopping smoking was one of the best things people could do for their health, wellbeing and their wallet.
“We know it can be tough, and many people try several times before they succeed,” she said.
“The Quit Your Way programme usually takes 12-weeks to complete, but if you need support in the lead up, and afterwards, we can provide that too.
“By focusing on making lifestyle changes that work for you, this will hopefully make your quit feel more achievable.”
Quit Your Way Scotland has a free national helpline on 0800 84 84 84, which can provide advice and support during the week between 9am-5pm.
To contact the NHS Shetland health improvement team call 01595 743330 or visit here to complete a referral form.
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