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Managing change during an information systems transition.

Barbara J Barr1

  • 1Surgical Services, Henrico Doctor's Hospital, Mechanicsville, Va., USA.

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|June 28, 2002
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This study explores social factors influencing computer adoption in nursing, highlighting benefits of electronic perioperative patient records. It suggests strategies to encourage nurses

Area of Science:

  • Nursing Informatics
  • Health Information Technology Adoption
  • Computer Technology in Healthcare

Background:

  • The integration of computer technology into nursing practice is accelerating.
  • Nurses face challenges in adopting new digital tools for patient documentation.
  • Understanding the social dynamics of technology diffusion is crucial for successful implementation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the social forces driving computer technology adoption in nursing.
  • To explore the advantages of computerized perioperative patient documentation.
  • To propose methods for encouraging nurses to utilize computer technology effectively.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of social factors influencing technology adoption.
  • Review of benefits associated with computerized perioperative patient records.

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  • Exploration of strategies to overcome nurse reluctance towards digital documentation.

    • Main Results:

    • Social factors significantly impact the adoption of computer technology in nursing.
    • Computerized perioperative patient documentation offers substantial benefits.
    • Effective training programs enhance acceptance, but organizational receptiveness to change is paramount.

    Conclusions:

    • Addressing nurses' reluctance and highlighting the value of information technology are key to successful computerization.
    • While technical skills training is important, fostering an environment receptive to change is essential for widespread adoption of computerized documentation systems.