Driving Productivity through Implementing the Viami Wheelchair Shower System
Care Process & Redesign
Technology
National Healthcare Innovation and Productivity Medals
Agency for Integrated Care - Intermediate and Long Term Care
31 December 2020
Implement technology to improve productivity and reduce staff burden in showering wheelchair-bound patients. Automated systems like the Viami Shower System enhance staff productivity and patient satisfaction, showcasing value-based care in.
Year Submitted: 2020
Published Date: 31 December 2020
Tags: Care Process ＆ Redesign, Technology, Automation, Productivity, Time Saving
About this Content
Aims
Implement technology to improve productivity and reduce staff burden in showering wheelchair-bound patients.
Background
Showering tasks were time-intensive and physically demanding for staff. Viami Wheelchair Shower System was adopted to streamline processes and improve care efficiency.
Methods
Implemented Viami Wheelchair Shower System in multiple facilities; phased rollout for evaluation.
Results
55% time savings achieved; enhanced privacy and comfort for patients. Increased efficiency, benefiting both patients and staff.
Conclusion
Automated systems like the Viami Shower System enhance staff productivity and patient satisfaction, showcasing value-based care in ILTC settings.
Lessons Learnt
Continuous improvement mindset is critical; proactive stakeholder engagement mitigates resistance to technology adoption.
Additional Information
Featured in media and supported adoption in other ILTC facilities.
Keywords
Automation, IT, Robotics Innovation, Productivity, Basic Activities of Daily Living, Quality Improvement Methodology, Value Stream Mapping, Time Optimisation, Value-Added Activities, Time Savings, Manhour Savings, Community Care, Value-Based Care, Interm
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | Agency for Integrated Care - Intermediate and Long Term Care |
Organization(s) Involved | Bukit Batok Nursing Home |
Platform(s) | National Healthcare Innovation and Productivity Medals |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Allied Health, Ancillary Care, Nursing |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Rehabilitation Therapy |
Project Lead(s) | Joe Hau |
Project Member(s) | Sim Teck Meh |
Connect with this contributor!
Joe Hau - joe_hau@renci.org.sg
Project Attachment
1_Renci_NHIP_2020_Driving_Productivity_thru_Viami_Wheelchair_Shower_combine.pdf