[AVBC 2025] VitalScout - Revolutionizing Patient Safety and Care outcome with Integrated System
Care Process & Redesign
Technology
Appropriate & Value-based Care Conference
National University Health System
5 December 2025
The VitalScout project was initiated to enhance the safety of high-risk patients in general wards through timely monitoring. The VitalScout project exemplifies the potential of technology as an enabler in healthcare.
Year Submitted: 2025
Published Date: 05 December 2025
Tags: Care Process ＆ Redesign, Technology, Digital Health, Data Management, Data Analytics, Value Based Care, Safe Care, Risk Management, Preventive Approach, Quality Improvement, Wearables
About this Content
Aims
The VitalScout project was initiated to enhance the safety of high-risk patients in general wards through timely monitoring using automated wearable devices and early escalation of care via a mobile device, while simultaneously improving nursing productivity.
Background
VitalScout represents a significant leap forward in patient monitoring and care delivery, with far-reaching implications for the healthcare industry.
Methods
The project team used a multidisciplinary approach, combining expertise from IT, medical, nursing, biomedical engineering, facilities management, and Human Resource. These cutting-edge wearable devices continuously capture crucial patient parameters, including Respiratory Rate, Heart Rate, Blood Pressure, and Oxygen Saturation.
Results
The project team used a multidisciplinary approach, combining expertise from IT, medical, nursing, biomedical engineering, facilities management, and Human Resource. These cutting-edge wearable devices continuously capture crucial patient parameters, including Respiratory Rate, Heart Rate, Blood Pressure, and Oxygen Saturation.
Conclusion
The VitalScout project exemplifies the potential of technology as an enabler in healthcare. By leveraging advanced monitoring devices and data analytics, the team has created a system that enhances clinical decision-making, improves resource allocation, and ultimately leads to better patient outcomes.
Lessons Learnt
The success of VitalScout is a testament to the power of collaboration across various departments and disciplines. The team's innovative approach has not only transformed patient care at NTFGH but also has the potential to influence healthcare practices on a broader scale.
Keywords
VitalScout, patient monitoring, wearable devices, nursing productivity, healthcare
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | National University Health System |
Organization(s) Involved | Ng Teng Fong General Hospital |
Platform(s) | Appropriate & Value-based Care Conference |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Nursing |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | General Medicine |
Project Lead(s) | Rosidah Bte Idris |
Project Member(s) | Faheem Khan |
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Rosidah Bte Idris - rosidah_idris@nuhs.edu.sg