Nurse & Clinician Safety: EMR Workstation Ergonomics
Preventing back injuries and muscle strain for nurses & clinicians is necessary to ensure the proper care of patients. With clinician burnout on the rise, extra steps to ensure their health and safety need to become a priority. So before deciding on the workstations they’ll use all day every day, ensure you’re making an informed decision to protect your healthcare workers.
As a value-added reseller of medical carts, computer carts, and patient care furniture who’s worked firsthand with the forefront of care for over 30 years, here’s a little bit of what we’ve learned:
5 Key Ergonomic Features for Computer Carts in Healthcare
1.) Sit to Stand Height Adjustments
Opt for a workstation that has electronic sit-to-stand height adjustment & independent monitor height adjustment.
Manual height adjustments can be straining on staff when carts are filled with heavy supplies and technology, and the push of a button makes adjustability quicker and safer. Additionally, independent monitor height adjustment ensures the exact degree of comfort each medical staff needs to focus on their patients.
Because we recognize the importance of comfort, every workstation at Convergint- Innovative Medical includes sit-to-stand height adjustments, even our wall mounted workstations.
2.) Storage Efficiency
Stop wasting time digging for supplies with customizable trays, , & electronic medication drawer tracking.
Customizable trays and drawer sizes allow for organized storage of supplies, and electronic medication drawer tracking enhances security and accuracy. Efficient storage solutions ensure that all necessary tools and medications are easily accessible, improving workflow and patient care.
With a wide range of storage solutions and bin sizes, all of our workstation drawers include customizable tray inserts for clinicians to minimize their time searching for what they need. Inquire about our patient bin tracking that minimizes mistakes in medication delivery.
3.) Ergonomic Typing Surfaces
Go for carts with negative tilt keyboard trays and left/right mousing surfaces.
A 0 to -15 negative tilt keyboard tray helps maintain a neutral wrist position, reducing strain over repeated use. A mouse tray that slides out from the left or right side provides flexibility and comfort, allowing healthcare professionals to work efficiently without compromising ergonomics.
Ask us about negative tilt keyboard trays to see our most ergonomic workstations on the market.
4.) Handle Orientation & Cushion
Proper handle orientation & cushioning reduces wrist strain from pushing and pulling by decreasing uncomfortable repetitive movements.
Ergonomically designed handles help prevent fatigue and injuries that ensure that staff can move carts comfortably and safely throughout their shifts.
From medical carts to powered and non-powered computer carts, we notice the importance of a handlebar on mobile workstations. View our selection of Workstations on Wheels to see our attention to detail.
5.) Maneuverability & Caster Types
Choose computer carts with 4-5” dual wheel casters that require less push force.
The right caster size for your floors and cart weight reduce the push power needed, making it easier for staff to maneuver carts from room to room. Efficient maneuverability is crucial in a fast-paced healthcare environment, ensuring that medical staff can quickly and safely transport supplies and equipment.
Convergint- Innovative Medical will automatically select the best caster choice for your mobile workstation based on years of working with users first-hand.
EMR Ergonomics at Convergint-Innovative Medical
Prioritizing ergonomic designs in mobile workstations is essential for the health and efficiency of medical staff. By investing in workstations with sit-to-stand height adjustments, storage efficiency, ergonomic typing surfaces, proper handles, and appropriate caster types, healthcare facilities can significantly reduce the risk of injuries from repeated use and improve overall workflow.
With so many factors to consider in your EMR Workstation on Wheels selection, contact Convergint-Innovative Medical today to learn more about how we can help you create a safer, more efficient work environment for your medical staff.
Connect with our team at (800) 968-3135 or message us here to learn more about our excellent service and solutions.