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TOPIC DISCUSSION/CONCLUSION RECOMMENDATIONS/
ACTION/FOLLOW UP
/RESPONSIBLE PARTY
IV. 8 NW Nursing Unit Mary Hicks, RN provided report on 8 NW Cardiovascular Medical / Surgical Unit. Informational
– Copy of presentation • 8NW reopened after a complete renovation, 16 patients were transferred from
attached to official 6NW to 8NW on November 17, 2018.
minutes • New processes and technology include:
o Unit clerk located near entrance to greet patients and families when
entering the unit.
o Room readiness process created to ensure that room is clean, safety

check is performed, and all equipment and supplies are available prior to
patient’s arrival.
o Medication administration workflow optimized with new Omnicell
technology, an automated medication dispensing machine filled for
cardiac population that provides 95% of patient medications.
o Masimo vital sign monitoring system located at each bedside.
o MyChart Bedside utilizes a tablet to enhance communication opportunities
between patient and care team.
o Epic Room Display tablets outside room with current patient safety and
care information.
o Computers, scanners and printers located at each bedside which allows
for one-step positive patient identification.
• Reviewed quality metrics dishoard.
• Quality project implemented to reduce noise on unit.

V. New Business Hearing no further business, the meeting was concluded. The next meeting is scheduled
for Tuesday, January 8, 2019 at noon.

Respectfully submitted,
Michelle Taft

Administrative Assistant, Quality and Outcomes

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