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Alice Vautier1, June Connor, Patricia Fragala
1Patient Services, Emory Hospitals, Atlanta, Ga., USA.
Nursing Administration Quarterly
|April 4, 2003
Summary
Administrative nursing staff identified innovative technologies enhancing Emory Health Care System
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Administration
- Nursing Informatics
- Technology Management
Background:
- The Emory Health Care System's mission and philosophy guide strategic initiatives.
- Identifying and integrating innovative technologies is crucial for healthcare system advancement.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify innovative technologies supporting the Emory Health Care System's mission.
- To explore how technology enhances key aspects of healthcare operations.
Main Methods:
- Administrative nursing staff and Directors of Nursing were surveyed.
- Identification of high-technology systems was the primary method.
Main Results:
- Multiple high-technology systems were identified by nursing leadership.
- These systems were found to enhance financial strength, innovation, leadership, people and workplace, and knowledge management.
Conclusions:
- Innovative technologies play a vital role in achieving healthcare system goals.
- Strategic implementation of technology supports operational excellence and growth.