Although technology has moved on, even today the basic nurse call system is still being referred to by some as “that ‘buzzer’ or ‘bell’ system”.
So says Austco, although the company says this is a major misconception, since, as an indication of the capabilities of a modern nurse call system, such statements ‘couldn’t be further from the truth’.
“Take for example, our new IP DUTY station,” the company says. “It is a smart device, similar to a tablet,that can be a virtual call point, a call list annunciator, or a workflow assistant. The latest version has full VoIP (telephony), intercom, and dialler capabilities, plus the ability to display patient records.
“One device can be tailored for patients or staff alike, replacing simple buttons and bells with smarter, application-rich panels. While there remains a place for simple devices like buttons and sounders, the modern care environment demands more from technology, and Austco continues to develop its IP platform in line with present and future needs.”
