Training Course on Nursing Informatics and Technology Integration

Module 1: Introduction to Nursing Informatics
Foundations of Nursing Informatics
Definition, history, and scope of nursing informatics.
Roles of nurses in information management and technology adoption.
Nursing Informatics Competencies
Core competencies: data literacy, informatics knowledge, and technology application.
Self-assessment to identify skill gaps and learning objectives.
Impact of Digital Health
How informatics improves patient safety, clinical outcomes, and workflow efficiency.
Examples of successful technology adoption in nursing practice.
Activity: Complete an informatics self-assessment and discuss how technology can improve a specific clinical workflow.

Module 2: Electronic Health Records (EHR) and Clinical Documentation
EHR Overview and Functionality
Components of EHR systems relevant to nursing care.
Integrating nursing workflows into digital platforms.
Clinical Documentation Best Practices
Ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with regulatory standards.
Minimizing errors and improving communication across care teams.
EHR Optimization Strategies
Streamlining documentation to reduce redundancy.
Customizing templates and alerts for specific nursing units.
Workshop: Use a simulated EHR system to document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes.

Module 3: Clinical Decision Support and Data Analytics
Understanding Clinical Decision Support Systems (CDSS)
Functions: alerts, reminders, diagnostic support, and guideline integration.
Role in enhancing evidence-based nursing practice.
Data Analytics for Nursing Practice
Collecting, interpreting, and applying clinical data.
Using dashboards and reports to monitor patient trends and outcomes.
Quality Improvement and Safety
Leveraging analytics to identify gaps and implement corrective measures.
Tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) for nursing care.
Exercise: Analyze simulated nursing data to detect trends in patient vitals, medication administration, and infection control metrics.

Module 4: Telehealth, Mobile Health, and Technology Integration
Telehealth Nursing
Principles of virtual care delivery.
Managing remote patient monitoring systems and teleconsultations.
Mobile Health (mHealth) Applications
Tools for patient engagement, adherence tracking, and self-management.
Evaluating app effectiveness and usability in nursing care.
Integrating Emerging Technologies
Wearable devices, IoT in healthcare, and AI-driven decision tools.
Optimizing workflows with technology while maintaining patient-centered care.
Simulation: Conduct a telehealth patient assessment and use mHealth apps to monitor chronic disease indicators.

Module 5: Informatics Governance, Ethics, and Future Trends
Privacy, Security, and Ethical Considerations
HIPAA, GDPR, and local healthcare data protection regulations.
Managing patient consent, access control, and confidentiality.
Governance and Policy in Nursing Informatics
Developing protocols for safe technology use.
Ensuring compliance and continuous staff training.
Future Directions in Nursing Informatics
Emerging trends: AI, predictive analytics, precision nursing, and smart health devices.
Preparing for ongoing technological evolution in healthcare.
Capstone Project: Design a comprehensive nursing technology integration plan for a unit, incorporating EHR optimization, CDSS, telehealth, and mobile
health tools