With the current financial challenges facing the NHS, supplier of wireless nurse call and warden systems, Aid Call, says 'there has never been a greater need to offer simpler, more cost-effective, and more innovative solutions to ensure the maximum potential is squeezed out of every penny', and to focus on delivering 'better value-for-money'.
The company said: “Understanding the challenges facing health professionals within today’s hospital environment is crucial, especially when developing smarter ways of working, for example through reliable, efficient, and safe nurse call technology. Wireless radio systems give all the functionality of a hard-wired system, but with the added benefit of meeting tight cash constraints, being quick and easy to install, and offering complete flexibility.
“The flexible nature of a two-way, wireless system, such as Aid Call’s Touchsafe solution, could revolutionise the way nurse call communications are managed for both patients and staff,” Aid Call added. “The system’s ‘wire-free’ nature allows call points to be located in any location, with the minimum of disruptive installation work and, of course, does not require large amounts of cable. This ensures a quick and easy deployment.” Because the system is radio-based, Aid Call say it is also “infinitely modifiable and expandable”, enabling it to meet ever-changing clinical priorities and demands.
Aid Call says its wireless nurse call systems “combine safety-critical features and leading edge technologies”, for instance advanced, two-way, Class 1 radio nurse call solutions. All touchable elements also feature embedded anti-microbial additives to help combat infection spread.
A centrally placed display panel, with full alphanumeric screen, shows ward and bed location, and provides “attending nurse” identification. Optional floor plans and map locations can also be shown on the high visibility display, with the system permanently logging all information safely for record and audit purposes.
Call points features an LCD screen, which displays a “Next Call Waiting” message, enabling the nurse to see the next message without having return to the central station or carry “expensive” pocket pagers. This enables staff to use their time more productively, improving staff response times, reducing unnecessary journeys, and improving overall quality of care.
All Aid Call products are designed by a dedicated in-house research and development team, and are manufactured to ISO9001 quality standards at the company’s head office in Blyth, Northumberland. They are also available via the Buying Solutions framework agreement.
