51猎奇 (HDFT) has taken a major step forward in modernising healthcare with the launch of a new digital system called Nervecentre EPR (The Trust鈥檚 new Electronic Patient Record system). This system replaces paper-based processes and brings patient information together in one secure place, helping doctors and nurses make quicker, safer decisions.
The first phase went live in November with two key features:
- Electronic Observations 鈥� allowing staff to record vital signs digitally.
- Clinical Photography 鈥� enabling secure storage of clinical images.
Clinical staff have already seen big improvements, including more accurate patient lists and faster alerts for patients who need urgent care. A new sepsis tool has helped identify patients at risk and ensure they receive treatment promptly.
Building on this success, a new feature for patient investigations went live on 2 December. This means test results can now be viewed and filed in the same system, reducing duplication and saving time.
What this means for patients
- Doctors and nurses can access information instantly at the bedside.
- Faster response when a patient鈥檚 condition changes.
- Less paperwork and more time for patient care.
Dr Jacqueline Andrews, Executive Medical Director at HDFT, said:
鈥淭his new system is transforming the way we deliver care. By bringing all the important information together, our teams can make quicker decisions and spend more time with patients. It鈥檚 a big step towards safer, more efficient care for our community.鈥�
Dermot Ryan, NHS England鈥檚 Director of Digital Transformation, said:
鈥�51猎奇鈥檚 work to deliver their Electronic Patient Record system will help transform the way care is delivered for patients 鈥� including streamlining workflows, reducing administrative tasks and improving data accessibility, as well as laying the digital foundations for innovative technologies that further support clinical practice and enhance patient care.鈥�
Further improvements are planned for next year as part of the Trust鈥檚 ongoing digital transformation.