Automation Supports BCMA, Improves Patient Safety at Mercy Medical Center
Automation Supports BCMA, Improves Patient Safety at Mercy Medical Center
2 PagesOverview Mercy Medical Center, Cedar Rapids, has achieved higher levels of safety, accuracy and patient care by implementing an automated closed-loop medication distribution process along with bar-code medication administration (BCMA). Due to its complexity, hospitals across the country have many challenges with medication management. Mercy has significantly reduced errors, improved missing medication rates and increased clinical activities for pharmacy that have positively affected patients. Challenge The mission at Mercy Medical Center, a 445-licensed bed hospital with 100 percent private rooms, is to provide high quality, innovative patient care supported by the latest technology available. Recognized as a Hospitals and Health Networks Most Wired Hospital four time
