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Strategies for Preventing Hospital Drug Diversion

Omnicell

Creating a diversion prevention program led by a multidisciplinary diversion committee to develop, refine, and communicate diversion prevention policies is the first step. Among other proactive steps, they will look for gaps in chain of custody throughout the medication management process.

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Revolutionizing Nursing: Eliminating Strain and Burnout Through Technological Efficiency

indispensable health

Prompt visual observation and rapid audio communication systems will ease the impact of nurses making two trips to every patient room to solve one problem. Technology can act as a reliable assistant, helping prioritize tasks, manage medications, and ensure timely interventions: A.

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How Pharmacists Can Use Artificial Intelligence To Advance Their Practice: Insights From ChatGPT

IDStewardship

We’ll dive into the many ways AI can assist pharmacists, from streamlining medication dispensing processes to enhancing patient education. So, fear not, for the future is bright, and with AI as your ally, you’ll continue to be the heroes of healthcare in your community!

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Transforming Drug Diversion Through Technology and Data

Omnicell

Our anesthesia department recently formed a new diversion-prevention team within the hospital. Team members on the diversion team regularly communicate with the pharmacy to further increase responsibility. Interested in learning more about how technology and data enhance diversion management initiatives?

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9 ways pharmacy technician roles are changing

The Checkup by Singlecare

A number of factors have fueled the transformation of the pharmacy tech role, says Dr. Staiger, including a growing demand for healthcare services, the need to improve operational efficiencies, and the increasing complexity of medications, dispensing requirements, and billings. Responsibilities vary, but may include: 1. Dr. Staiger.

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How Amazon could Disrupt Pharmacy Services

The Digital Apothecary

Pharmacy has drastically changed, and with the patient view of most pharmacists just 'Count-Lick-and Pour' medications for patients it's not hard then to think of how to just automate the process. This all requires communication by the pharmacy team between providers, patients, and insurers to get medication to the patient.