Lancashire Teaching Hospitals
NHS Foundation Trust
Phlebotomy Carts
There were a number of Phlebotomy carts that were in use. However, they were close to 20 years old. Therefore, the Trust felt that they needed updating.
Furthermore, the Trust required an ergonomic mobile solution designed with the latest technology in mind.
There were a number of important aspects of the hospital’s Phlebotomy activities that the solution would need to improve.
Key Project Criteria
- Improve staff well-being through a height adjustable solution
- Provide plenty of storage for supplies
- Improve efficiency while carrying out core activities
- Improve mobility through a lightweight and easy to manoeuvre cart
Our Solution
Ergonomic Laptop Arm
The Trust already used laptops as part of their Order Comms system. But, the laptops would now be mounted to the worktop with an ergonomic arm. Consequently, freeing up valuable worktop space and providing additional flexibility.
Open Front With Large Storage Space
The Phlebotomy carts were customised by the hospital to feature an open front for ease of access. As well as, space for a sharps bin inside the bottom of the cart. At the same time the cart provides substantial storage for both samples and supplies.
Compact & Maneuverable
While carrying out blood collection, the mobile MediCab can be moved wherever it is required. Therefore, it is keeping close proximity to the patient and minimising the potential for error.
Interchangeable Accessories
The unit features a modular system allows the addition of interchangeable accessories. The Phlebotomists workflow required a selection of accessories. This includes a non-clinical waste bin, sanitary wipes holder, barcode scanner mounts & printer mounts. All of which were able to be supported by this system.
Electrically Height Adjustable
The MediCab features an electrically height adjustable cabinet, with power supplied by an on-board battery. This allows each user to adjust the MediCab to a comfortable working height. It also provides quick and easy ergonomic access to supplies without bending down.
Phlebotomy carts
There were a number of Phlebotomy carts that were in use. However, they were close to 20 years old. Therefore, the Trust felt that they needed updating.
Furthermore, the Trust required an ergonomic mobile solution designed with the latest technology in mind.
There were a number of important aspects of the hospital’s Phlebotomy activities that the solution would need to improve.
Key Project Criteria
- Improve drug storage so that more medication can be stored in one cart.
- Eliminate the risks involving lost or misplaced keys which could potentially affect patient safety.
- Source an easy-to-move cart that can be used across multiple bays.
- Must be able to organise medication within the cart and accommodate bottle storage.
Our Solution
A range of customised solutions were proposed to fit the specifications based on the MediCab range. Additionally, the MediCab can be configured for Phlebotomy with a series of features and accessories.
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Ergonomic Laptop Arm
The Trust already used laptops as part of their Order Comms system. But, the laptops would now be mounted to the worktop with an ergonomic arm. Consequently, freeing up valuable worktop space and providing additional flexibility.
Open Front With Large Storage Space
The cart was customised by the hospital to feature an open front for ease of access. As well as, space for a sharps bin inside the bottom of the cart. At the same time the cart provides substantial storage for both samples and supplies.
Compact & Manoeuvrable
While carrying out blood collection, the mobile MediCab can be moved wherever it is required. Therefore, it is keeping close proximity to the patient and minimising the potential for error.
Interchangeable Accessories
The unit features a modular system allows the addition of interchangeable accessories. The Phlebotomists workflow required a selection of accessories. This includes a non-clinical waste bin, sanitary wipes holder, barcode scanner mounts & printer mounts. All of which were able to be supported by this system.
Electrically Height Adjustable
The MediCab features an electrically height adjustable cabinet, with power supplied by an on-board battery. This allows each user to adjust the MediCab to a comfortable working height. It also provides quick and easy ergonomic access to supplies without bending down.
The Result
The carts were delivered fully assembled to each site. After that, through their Migration & Roll-Out Service, the team supported the trust by migrating equipment and users from the old carts onto the new. This service meant that Phlebotomists were able to use the carts on the day of delivery. In addition, no trust resources were required to set up the carts.
Customised Phlebotomy Carts
The staff and students have been using the new customised Phlebotomy carts across a variety of environments. For instance, wards, clinics & theatres, showcasing the adaptable nature of the solution.
This project with Lancashire Teaching NHS Foundation Trust is a prime example of the tailored solutions that Dalen Healthcare and Dakota Healthcare can provide.
The Result
The carts were delivered fully assembled to each site. After that, through their Migration & Roll-Out Service, the team supported the trust by migrating equipment and users from the old carts onto the new. This service meant that Phlebotomists were able to use the carts on the day of delivery. In addition, no trust resources were required to set up the carts.
Customised Phlebotomy Carts
The staff and students have been using the new customised Phlebotomy carts across a variety of environments. For instance, wards, clinics & theatres, showcasing the adaptable nature of the solution.
This project with Lancashire Teaching NHS Foundation Trust is a prime example of the tailored solutions that Dalen Healthcare and Dakota Healthcare can provide.
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