A study of best practices for clinical documentation system implementation.
Nurses are key leaders and team members for the implementation of clinical documentation systems. This paper reviews key success factors during implementation of clinical documentation systems to overcome traditional barriers, ensure commitment to universal goals and facilitate the use of technology for patient safety and continuous quality improvement efforts. Top level management support, particularly from nursing executives, is vital.
Newbold
Susan K
SK
Vanderbilt School of Nursing, Nashville, TN, USA. susan.newbold@vanderbilt.edu
Kimmel
Kathleen
K
Osteen
Randy
R
Anderson
Christel
C
Morgan
Gina Sauls
GS
D004059:Diffusion of Innovation; D004282:Documentation; D024802:Nurse's Role; D017751:Safety Management; D017749:Total Quality Management