Posted on: 27 June 2024
On Thursday 20 June 2024, CNWL went live with the Brigid app in the Danube and Nile wards at St Charles Hospital; 6 wards at St Charles have now fully implemented it. Brigid is a companion app of SystmOne, the NHS’ patient record system, which gives clinicians the ability to promptly record patient information using a tablet. In real time, staff can record mental health observations, document vital signs observations and generate NEWS2 scores – a vital tool for identifying and responding to early signs of patient deterioration.
Staff at CNWL who were involved in testing Brigid reported the time taken to record vital sign observations decreased from an average of 4 hours to 1 hour. This has saved an average of 13 hours of clinical time per week for each ward, reducing staff time spent at a computer in favour of more time with patients. The app helps to standardise documentation and make it easier to conduct clinical audits.
When asked about their experience with the app several staff members emphasised its intuitive and innovative nature. They stated how useful it will be in improving their overall time management and a necessary upgrade to their facilities. One staff member expressed it was a “welcome change” that can positively impact the future of their ward.
As of today, Brigid has been launched in over a quarter of our wards with the aim to continue the distribution of the app over the next year.
For more information on the Brigid App visit our information page.
