Integration with Epic
Interoperable exchange of patient data
Activation of the E-POS integration makes it possible to screen patients completely digitally without the need to manually create patient data in E-POS .
This drastically reduces the margin of error and significantly reduces the burden of registration.
How do you link the medical questionnaire with Epic?
There are several ways to link E-POS with the EPD. The method of linking depends in part on the setup of Epic and the associated workflow. In order to determine the exact way of linking, an inventory interview is required. This can be requested via the contact page.
The technical description of the standard coupling is available for download on the left.
The following staff members are involved in the implementation process:
- Preoperative screening care manager and/or team leaders for workflow review;
- The IT department to assess the link and configure the mail server;
- The Epic consultant to test and configure the link;
- NovaCair's implementation team for training and configuration of E-POS.
How much time does the implementation take?
The number of hours required per function group to turn on the link depends on the desired changes to the current work process. An estimate can be requested via the contact page.
Would you prefer to do your own research? You can download the implementation plan at this link.
Frequently asked questions:
An exact description of the requirements is in the implementation document. This document is available through this link.
Summary:
We need time from:
- The hospital's POS manager or project manager;
- IT support from the hospital
- (Possibly) an Epic consultant for guidance during testing;
- NovaCair's technical implementation team.
When implementing E-POS in combination with Epic, support is provided from NovaCair. The implementation is divided into 5 phases.
Phase 1: Exploration
This phase involves mapping the current work process and looking at optimization opportunities. NovaCair provides healthcare consultants free of charge during this phase.
Phase 2: Preparation
In this phase, NovaCair supports in creating the plan that includes the goals, expectations and working arrangements during the project. Also supports the technical implementation team with outlining the necessary processes for technical and medical data transfer and actions.
Phase 3: Implementation
In this phase, the technical work planned in the previous phases is done.
Phase 4: Onboarding & Livegang
During the onboarding phase, key-users are trained in use and management of the system. To relieve the key users, NovaCair can also provide training for the other users. After this, E-POS is put live.
Phase 5: Evaluation
In this continuous phase, end-user feedback is solicited on a frequent basis and the product is improved where necessary to even better meet user needs.
Every organization is different. Some hospitals have multiple locations, and not every department is equally digitally savvy.
All training is customized to fit the needs and basic knowledge of the team.
Typically, at least the following are provided:
- Comprehensive on-site training for management, use & support by key-users;
- Classroom user training for end users of the system for the entire POS or categorized by function group;
- Development of support documentation and videos.
In some cases, we also train POS screeners or anesthesia staff to perform consultations more efficiently using the E-POS report.
The number of hours required per function group to turn on the link depends on the desired changes to the current work process. An estimate can be requested via the contact page.
Would you prefer to do your own research? You can download the implementation plan at this link.
If there are more questions surrounding the connection with Epic, it is possible to contact us at:
- Our webchat
- Phone: +31 71 2032 251
- Email: [email protected]
- The contact page
Or visit our office at Nieuwe Rijn 50, 2312JH in Leiden.