Bridging the Distance: How Virtual Check-Ins Enhance Family Engagement This Thanksgiving
Connecting Hearts When It Matters Most The Thanksgiving holiday is a time centered on gratitude, togetherness, and family. For patients in a hospital, being separated from loved ones during this season can lead to feelings of isolation and sadness, compounding the stress of their health concerns. For families, the inability to share these moments can […]
Securing Virtual Care: Best Practices for EHR-Integrated Telehealth in Cybersecurity Awareness Month
Bridging the Gap Between Virtual Care and Cybersecurity The rapid adoption of virtual care has revolutionized healthcare delivery, offering unprecedented convenience and access. However, this digital transformation also expands the potential for cyber threats, making robust security measures more critical than ever. As we recognize Cybersecurity Awareness Month, it’s the perfect time for healthcare organizations […]
The Value of Embedded Virtual Care within the EHR
Recently, I have been asked about the difference between an “embedded” vs. “integrated” Virtual Care platform within an Electronic Health Record (EHR). The terms “embedded” and “integrated” are often used interchangeably when discussing virtual care within an EHR, but they can have distinct meanings in this context. Here’s a breakdown of the differences between having […]
Virtual Care & ADT: Giving Nurses More Time
Did you know that nurses spend an average of 35% of their valuable time on documentation? As nurses, we’ve been ingrained with the mantra, “if it’s not documented, it didn’t happen.” But why should bedside nurses bear the brunt of documentation duties? We’re all familiar with the adage “work smarter, not harder.” Given the prevalent […]