How to improve work efficiency at nursing care sites?

増え続けるルーティンワークが、スタッフの業務効率を下げていませんか?

In the field of nursing care, "Isn't there a way to streamline daily routine work?" ] Have you ever thought?

In the midst of a shortage of manpower, countermeasures against infectious diseases have become essential these days, and various daily routines have increased, which is putting a heavy burden on field staff. If we can reduce the work load of the staff and improve efficiency, the staff will have more leeway, which will lead to "improved service quality" and "decreased turnover rate", but how can we improve efficiency?

Here, we will introduce some examples of using electronics technology to answer such questions. Please take a look.

Routine work in a nursing home

・"Regular ventilation" and "Checking the remaining amount of disinfectant"
For example, let's focus on routine work such as "regular ventilation" and "checking the remaining amount of disinfectant" necessary for infectious disease control.

- "Periodical ventilation" that regularly patrols the resident's room, opens the window at a fixed time, and closes the window after a certain period of time.
- "Remaining amount of disinfectant" to periodically check the disinfectant installed at the entrance and passage of the building

These tasks were originally performed at nursing homes, but because "the frequency has increased as a countermeasure against infectious diseases" or "other work has been added as a countermeasure against infectious diseases", one staff member I think the amount of work per person is definitely increasing.

If the work of the staff increases too much, care for the residents may not be carried out, and in some cases it may cause life-threatening events.

1. From routine work to “only when necessary” work

Routine work is originally done with some purpose.

“Regular ventilation” has the purpose of replacing the air as a countermeasure against infectious diseases, and “checking the remaining amount of disinfectant” has the purpose of keeping the disinfectant in a state where it can be used properly. So if these goals are achieved, there is no need to routinize them. Of course, these routine tasks also include regular communication with residents and regular patrols within the building, but here we propose methods to reduce work based on an understanding of this. To do.

Regarding "regular ventilation", the government and the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare have recommended "ventilation based on CO2 (carbon dioxide) concentration". By constantly measuring the CO2 concentration in the room and changing the operation to ventilate only when it exceeds a certain value, from routine work Make work “only when necessary” It becomes possible.

"regular ventilation"

"regular ventilation"

"Confirming the remaining amount of disinfectant"

"Confirming the remaining amount of disinfectant"

2. Techniques for making work “only when necessary”

In order to perform ventilation based on the CO2 concentration, it is necessary to constantly measure and monitor the CO2 concentration as mentioned above. We introduce a method that combines (⇒This is where technology excels and where we can provide support with our knowledge and ideas.)

Measure the CO2 concentration, receive it on your smartphone or computer, and use the notification function to issue an alert when the standard value is exceeded.

• Measuring CO2 concentration: This is simple and uses a sensor that can measure CO2 concentration.
・Transmission of measurement results: If you regularly go to check the sensor information, it is no different from routine work, so you can use familiar radio such as Bluetooth and Wi-Fi to transmit the CO2 concentration value.
・Receive measurement results: Receive on your smartphone or computer. As a notification function, we will provide a function to issue an alert when the reference value is exceeded based on the received data.

The notification function on smartphones can be a function such as receiving and alerting only those who approach the room, or notifying all staff that the standard value has been exceeded. Similarly, the remaining amount of disinfectant is measured, received on a smartphone or computer, and an alert is issued when it falls below the reference value using the notification function.

No more roaming around the facility! In this way, you can create a system that allows you to respond only to the amount you need when you need it.

Method of notifying all staff

Method of notifying all staff

A method of notifying only smartphones that have received nearby

A method of notifying only smartphones that have received nearby

Assumed introduction effect and development form

By adopting such methods, we can reduce staff workload and create a safe, secure, and comfortable space based on numerical values. In addition, as a secondary effect, it is expected that staff will have more time to spare, leading to lower turnover rates and improved customer satisfaction.

Furthermore, by utilizing the “sensor x wireless” mechanism,
・Measures odor substances generated from "diaper excrement" in the living room and notifies when to change diapers
・Confirmation of resident's presence and notification in case of absence for a long time
This can also be expanded to other services.

Leave it to Macnica to see through the problem.

Improving business efficiency using the latest technologies such as sensors and wireless technology, as introduced here, can be applied in a variety of situations, and it is also possible to incorporate the latest technologies that were not introduced here. At our company, we will support you from proposals and consulting tailored to your issues and environment to consideration of implementation methods, development, and construction, so you can leave it to us with confidence.

At Macnica, these Helping you create a system to solve problems from scratch It is also possible to Support for product development only We are also doing this. Flexible response according to customer issues and requests I will do it.

Support and Flow of "Manufacturing Consulting"

1. Discussion on reducing work load

We will ask you about the items that are burdensome in your business, and we will come up with ideas for ways to reduce the burden.
By using a discussion format, we believe that it will be an opportunity for you to speak frankly.

2. Concrete proposals for reducing work load

From the ideas raised in the discussion, if there is something that is realistic and can be considered, we will make a concrete proposal.
Based on the customer's system, business operation, installed equipment, etc., we try to make a "feasible" proposal that does not become a rice cake in the picture.

3. Explanation of technical elements

After making a proposal, we will explain in an easy-to-understand manner what kind of technologies and methods will be incorporated at the time of concrete consideration.
By explaining the background behind the selection of sensors and wireless systems, we will make the content easier to understand.

4. Presentation of cost

We will present the cost to realize the proposal created in 1 to 3.
Procurement costs for products already in the world, development and manufacturing costs for original equipment,
We will present the development and operation costs of software for smartphones and PCs in clear accounting.

5. Contract and launch

We will conclude a contract for system construction, development/manufacturing and procurement and start work.
Depending on the contract, we can also provide medium- to long-term system support, so we have a system in place that gives you peace of mind even after installation.

Summary

The contents introduced this time are not limited to nursing care facilities, but also public facilities, commercial facilities, schools, kindergartens, nursery schools, offices, etc., where an unspecified number of people stay and come and go.Indoor air environment management is required. It can be applied in various places such as various facilities.

[Examples of companies we consult with]
・Supplier for medical institutions: It can be used as a new source of revenue through usage fees for smartphone applications and systems.
・Persons who operate various facilities (schools, kindergartens, nursery schools, offices, etc.), medical suppliers (manufacturers, rental companies) who store things in facilities, etc.
・Those in the construction industry who are thinking of proposing added value

library, office, etc. library, office, etc.
library, office, etc.
Public facilities such as schools Public facilities such as schools
Public facilities such as schools
commercial facilities, etc. commercial facilities, etc.
commercial facilities, etc.

The business efficiency improvement using the latest technologies such as sensors and wireless technology introduced in this article can be applied in various situations, and it is also possible to incorporate the latest technology that has not appeared here. First of all, why not start by automating the work that used to rely on human labor?

At our company, we will provide comprehensive support, from proposals and consulting tailored to the customer's issues and environment, to examination, development, and construction of realization methods, so please leave it to us with peace of mind.

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