Nursing Informatics

Utilize the ANA Scope and Standards of Nursing Informatics Practice to demonstrate proficiency in nursing informatics competencies.

Analyze the use of computers, electronic health records, social and professional networking, and other existing and emerging technologies in nursing and healthcare.

Demonstrate skill in accessing, evaluating, and utilizing credible on-line professional nursing and health care literature and evidence-based practice sites supporting safe, quality patient care.

Apply safeguards and decision-making support tools embedded in patient care technologies and information systems to support a safe practice environment for both patients and health care workers.

Utilize the ANA Code of Ethics for nurses and HIPAA as they relate to data security, confidentiality, and client¿s rights to privacy to ensure safe, legal utilization of technology.

Examine the impact of healthcare technology, including telehealth, to address the needs of diverse patients, including rural and underserved populations.

Use standardized terminology in an electronic healthcare environment that reflects nurse-sensitive patient outcomes.

Use data from electronic health records to: a. Monitor quality and data trends to improve to improve patient care outcomes. b. Assist in meeting regulatory requirements at local, state, national and global levels.