TECHNOLOGY CRITERIA In selecting a better solution to replace the older nurse call system, the hospital’s technology review focused on the patient and the patient needs, with considerations given to communication integrations, potential EMR integrations, staff ease of use, functionality, and robust data collection. “Responder was the hands-down choice,” Phoenix said, with an initial technology roll-out in two 30-bed med/surg units and integrations with EVS and Dietary. Half of the units remain on the older system for now, she said, with plans to install Responder across the hospital.

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