Page 1: Table of Contents

Nursing Informatics Overview

• Introduction to Nursing Informatics

• Importance in healthcare

Theories, Models, & Frameworks

• Relevant theories and models for nursing informatics

Computer System

• Components and importance of computer systems in nursing

Data Assessment

• Methods and importance of data assessment in nursing informatics

Information Technology Systems Applicable in Nursing Practice

• Overview of IT systems in clinical settings

Administrative Assistance and Telehealth

• Role of administrative assistance in nursing and the rise of telehealth

Application of Health Informatics

• Practical applications and benefits in healthcare settings

TranxCN Team

• Team members' names and roles

Guidelines

• Policies about the use of the Tranx CN document

• Usage disclaimers and restrictions

Page 2: Nursing Informatics Historical Perspective

Definitions of Nursing Informatics

• Integration of nursing science with technology to manage health information

• A specialty supporting patient care through the use of systematic processes

Historical Overview

Time Periods of Development

1. Prior to 1960s

2. 1960s

   • Initial applications of computer science in healthcare.

   • Key concepts: acquisition, processing, interpretation of health-related data.

Responsibilities of Nursing Informatics

• Provides clinical information for patient care.

• Covers client care, leadership, research, and education.

Uses of Computers in Nursing

• Facilitation of patient care documentation and monitoring.

• Transformative impact on healthcare delivery.

Early Technologies in Nursing Informatics

• Punch cards for data entry.

• Teletypewriters for communication.

Page 3: Evolution of Nursing Informatics

1970s onward Development

• Computer systems in hospitals focusing on management and clinical data.

• Emergence of the microcomputer for individual use in nursing.

Important Initiatives and Publications

• Establishment of nursing informatics as a recognized specialty in 1992.

• The internet's role in facilitating communication in healthcare settings.

• Electronic Health Record developments and their significance.

Standards and Competencies

• Nursing Practice Standards established post-1992.

• Initiatives to improve patient safety and care through technology.

Page 4: Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Definition of EHR

• A longitudinal electronic record of patient health information generated during encounters in various care settings.

Key Concepts of EHR

• Automation of clinician workflows and support for clinical and administrative tasks.

• Historical perspective on the establishment of EHR in healthcare.

Legislation and Guidelines

• Impact of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act on EHR adoption.

• Importance of computerized systems in improving safety and care quality.

Page 5: Nursing Informatics Models and Competencies

Models of Nursing Informatics

Core Elements Include:

• Development and Evaluation: Creating tools for data management in nursing practice.

• Research and Administration: Integrating informatics into educational practices and health system management.

Core Phenomena of Nursing

• Relationships between clients, healthcare providers, and information systems.

Competency Frameworks for Nurses

• Patricia Benner’s model for evaluating nursing competencies at various levels.

• Informatics Education focusing on technology integration in nursing practice.

Page 6: Nursing Competencies

Levels of Competence in Nursing Informatics

1. Novice: Basic informatics skills.

2. Experienced Nurse: Application of informatics in routine tasks.

3. Informatics Specialist: Advanced applications in health informatics.

4. Innovator: Leading informatics initiatives.

Communication and Terminology in Nursing Informatics

• Importance of standardized communication in nursing.

Page 7: Nursing Classifications

Nursing Classifications Overview

• Nursing Interventions Classification (NIC): Describes treatments by nurses.

• Nursing Outcomes Classification (NOC): Measures patient outcomes based on nursing interventions.

Clinical Data Standards

• Importance of standardized terminologies in electronic records.

• Overview of systems such as SNOMED CT, LOINC, and ICNP.

Page 8: Computer Systems in Nursing

Basic Components of Computer Systems

• Definition and importance of computers in nursing and healthcare.

• Overview of computer hardware and central processing units (CPU).

Main Components Explained

• Description of motherboard and interconnected components vital for operation.

Page 9: Input and Output Devices

Types of Input Devices

• Devices that allow data entry into computer systems.

Types of Output Devices

• Mechanisms for presenting results from computer systems to users.

Storage Media Overview

• Hard drives, USBs, and cloud storage defined.

Page 10: Computer Software in Nursing

Types of Software

• Application Software: Directly aids in nursing tasks (EHRs, patient management software).

• System Software: Controls the computer’s operations.

Main Uses of Software in Healthcare

• Documenting patient care and accessing medical records.

Page 11: Open Source vs Free Software

Open Source Software Benefits

• Accessible for modification and enhancement by users.

Characteristics of Free Software

• Distinction between free of charge vs. the ability to modify.

Software Applications for Nurses

• Common systems used in nursing practice and their functions.

Page 12: Data Assessment and Its Impact

Importance of Data Assessment

• Enhances efficiency, provides quality care, identifies fraud.

Challenges in Data Assessment

• Issues faced by nurses in maintaining accurate assessment records.

Benefits of Electronic Patient-Reported Outcomes Assessment

• Automates data collection and improves patient engagement.

Page 13: Patient Empowerment Through Informatics

Role in Professional Informatics

• Definition and functions of a nursing informaticist.

Educational Informatics Uses

• Involves nursing research, patient education, and classroom technologies.

Page 14: Technology in Hospital Settings

Key Factors for Technology Adoption

• How technology improves healthcare quality and patient safety.

Hospital Applications

• Efficient patient tracking and administrative functions.

Page 15: Critical Care Information Systems

CCIS Components

• Physiologic monitoring systems that integrate diagnostic data.

Importance in Patient Safety

• Enhances clinical decision making through accessible patient information.

Page 16: Community Health Information Systems

Community Focus

• Use of computers for data gathering in community settings.

Technologies in Community Health

• How data management improves healthcare delivery in local settings.

Page 17: Surveillance and Monitoring Systems

Advantages of Disease Surveillance Systems

• Provides continuous tracking and monitoring of health trends.

Community Health Systems Overview

• Role in preventive healthcare and data collection in communities.

Page 18: Telehealth Technologies

Telehealth Utilities

• Overview of telehealth systems and their applications in remote care.

Benefits of Telehealth

• Accessibility for patients in remote areas and improvements in patient-provider communication.

Page 19: Telehealth Tools in Practice

Specific Applications of Telehealth

• Introduction of RxBox and its functions in remote monitoring.

Page 20: Administrative Assistive Technologies

Overview of Nursing Technology

• Significance of advanced technology in administrative tasks.

Real-world Applications

• Technologies improving patient care and administrative workflows.

Page 21: Telehealth Services

Definition and Goals

• Enhancing accessibility through digital platforms.

Limitations of Telehealth

• Issues related to insurance reimbursement and internet accessibility.

Page 22: Clinical Practice and EHRs

Benefits of EHRs

• Comprehensive patient records that streamline clinical workflows.

Components of EHRs

• Vital areas included for improved clinical decision making.

Page 23: Telemedicine Applications

Types of Telemedicine

• Overview of telemedicine classification and its applications in everyday health services.

Page 24: E-Health Overview

Key Applications of E-Health

• Definition and significance in modern healthcare services.

Benefits of E-Health

• Efficiency and effectiveness improvements in healthcare delivery.

Page 25: Health Information Systems

Administration Systems Overview

• Overview of administrative roles in healthcare systems.

Types of Clinical Information Systems

• Description of essential systems such as case management and communication systems.

Page 26: Interoperability in Healthcare

Importance of Interoperability

• Facilitates seamless exchange of health information.

Types of Interoperability

• Foundational, structural, and semantic interoperability defined.

Page 27: Summary of Nursing Informatics

Comprehensive Insights

• Summary of nursing informatics tools and practices.

Page 28: E-Learning in Nursing Education

Advantages of E-Learning

• Enhancing learning through flexibility and interaction.

Disadvantages of E-Learning

• Challenges including security and discipline in online learning.

Page 29: Types of E-Learning

Delivery Modes

• Hybrid, blended, and online delivery methods explained.

Teleconferencing in Education

• Role and significance of teleconferencing in nursing education.

Page 30: Tools Supporting Education

Educational Tools Overview

• Various tools used in nursing education, including simulation and virtual reality.

Page 31: Simulation in Nursing Education

Types of Simulation

• Brief on various simulation modalities enhancing learning.

Page 32: Final Thoughts on Simulation

Key Components of Effective Simulation

• Importance of pre-briefing, enactment, debriefing, and assessment in simulations.