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'It's Worth It': How OhioHealth is Using Smart Room Tech to Create a Better Environment

Analysis  |  By G Hatfield  
   July 19, 2024

As many health systems employ AI technology and virtual nursing, the idea of a "smart room" has come to the forefront.

HealthLeaders spoke to Cynthia Latney, senior vice president and CNE at OhioHealth, and HealthLeaders Exchange member, about the recently launched Pickerington Methodist Hospital, which is equipped with smart room technology that will create a different experience for patients and their families. Tune in to learn more. 

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G Hatfield is the nursing editor for HealthLeaders.


KEY TAKEAWAYS

OhioHealth launched the Pickerington Methodist Hospital, which has smart room technology, at the end of 2023.

The virtual care model includes a TV, camera, and tablet system that allows patients to interact with their care team and vice versa.

The smart room technology has lessened the bedside nurse's burden while providing more support to the care team, the patient, and to new graduate nurses.


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