WEEK 1 BLOG REFLECTION

WEEK1: Collaboration between FNP and the nursing informatics specialist

 

 

What is Health Information Technology (HIT) ? 

HIT refers to tools used by medical professionals, insurance companies, patients and other agencies to compile, store, share, and analyze health information. These different types of health information technology are replacing vast mountains of paper, filing cabinets, pens and pencils to handle electronic health records and personal health records through electronic prescription services, smartphone apps, patient health portals, and more. They also are helping patients become more engaged in their treatment and enabling health care organizations become more efficient.   

 

3 Main categories of Health Information Technology

1. Information management
2. Patient interaction
3. Back-office operations 

-Link to more information about main types of HIT 

 Here is video about what HIT is.

 

 Then what is Nursing Informatics in healthcare? 

                                   

The rise of health informatics has an impact on all parties involved. Ultimately, it will ensure better outcomes for patients, but it will affect both doctors and nurse practitioners, changing the way they gather and use information in their practice. 

Here is how HIT will help with APNs in healthcare settings..

Improved expertise

Enhanced communications

Personalized care

Self and patient protection

Better outcomes.

you can learn more about how HIT impacts Advanced Practice Nurses in this link

 

 

As an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) functioning as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), collaboration with a nursing informatics specialist is pivotal in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while leveraging technological advancements. The role of the APRN acts as a bridge between clinical practice and informatics expertise, fostering effective teamwork and enhancing healthcare outcomes.

In this collaboration:

1. Clinical Expertise Integration: As an FNP, focus on providing comprehensive care to individuals and families, collaborating with nursing informatics specialists for integrating clinical expertise with health information systems and technology.

2. Utilization of Health Information Technology (HIT): Nursing informatics specialists optimize EHRs, implement decision support systems, and facilitate data analysis to support evidence-based practice and enhance clinical workflows for APRNs.

3. Customization of Clinical Workflows: Collaboration with informatics specialists customizes EHR templates, documentation processes, and order sets for FNP practices, enhancing efficiency and patient care.

4. Data Analysis and Interpretation: Nursing informatics specialists analyze EHR data to improve patient care through trend identification and quality initiatives, enhancing clinical decisions and patient management.

5. Education and Training: APRNs educate patients and healthcare professionals on HIT tools, EHR, and technology best practices through collaboration with nursing informatics specialists, ensuring effective technology utilization in healthcare.
   

6. Continuous Quality Improvement: APRNs and informatics specialists collaborate to improve quality by analyzing data, identifying areas for enhancement, and implementing evidence-based interventions for better patient outcomes, safety, and healthcare efficiency.