New nursing documentation system is to be implemented.

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Assume you are a nurse manager on a unit where a new nursing documentation system is to be implemented. You want to ensure that the system will be usable and acceptable for the nurses impacted. You realize a nurse leader must be on the implementation team.

 

 

This week we will dig into the role of the nurse leader during the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC). You can approach your thinking by what would you put in a job description if you were selecting a nurse to fill this role. Some attributes that come to mind are highly skilled in the area the nursing documentation will be implemented. The nurse will be a critical thinker and knowledgeable of the electronic health record. As nurses, we rely on the nursing process when delivering care. Assimilating that mindset when assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating technology is the foundation for a successful project.

 

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Job Description for Nurse Leader on System Development and Implementation Team

Job Title: Nurse Leader, System Development and Implementation Team

Department: Nursing

Reports To: Director of Nursing

Summary:

The Nurse Leader on the System Development and Implementation Team will be responsible for ensuring that the new nursing documentation system is usable and acceptable for the nurses impacted. This will involve working with the system developers to understand the needs of the nurses and to provide feedback on the system design. The Nurse Leader will also be responsible for training the nurses on the new system and for providing support during the implementation process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Work with the system developers to understand the needs of the nurses and to provide feedback on the system design.
  • Develop and implement a training plan for the nurses on the new system.
  • Provide support to the nurses during the implementation process.
  • Identify and resolve any problems with the system.
  • Evaluate the system after implementation and make recommendations for improvement.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree.
  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree preferred.
  • At least 5 years of experience as a registered nurse.
  • Experience with electronic health records (EHRs) is preferred.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills.
  • Ability to think critically and solve problems.

Desired Skills and Attributes:

  • Experience with the nursing process.
  • Understanding of the SDLC.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Commitment to quality and patient safety.

Why is it important for a nurse leader to be on the SDLC team?

A nurse leader is essential to the success of any system development and implementation project. Nurse leaders have a deep understanding of the needs of nurses and patients. They also have the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Nurse leaders can play a critical role in the following areas of the SDLC:

  • Requirements gathering: Nurse leaders can help to identify the needs of the nurses and patients and to communicate those needs to the system developers.
  • System design: Nurse leaders can provide feedback on the system design to ensure that it is usable and efficient for nurses.
  • Training and implementation: Nurse leaders can develop and implement a training plan for the nurses on the new system. They can also provide support to the nurses during the implementation process.
  • Evaluation: Nurse leaders can evaluate the system after implementation and make recommendations for improvement.

How to ensure that the new nursing documentation system is usable and acceptable for the nurses impacted

Here are some tips for ensuring that the new nursing documentation system is usable and acceptable for the nurses impacted:

  • Involve nurses in the development process: Nurses should be involved in the development process from the beginning. This will help to ensure that the system meets their needs and that it is easy to use.
  • Get feedback from nurses: Nurses should be given the opportunity to provide feedback on the system design and on the training materials. This feedback can help to identify and address any potential problems.
  • Provide training and support: Nurses should be given adequate training on the new system. They should also have access to support during the implementation process.
  • Monitor the system after implementation: The system should be monitored after implementation to identify and address any problems.

By following these tips, nurse leaders can help to ensure that the new nursing documentation system is a success.

 

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