East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust to Replace Bleeps System with Alertive Messaging App
The East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust has announced plans to replace its current bleeps system for medical staff with the advanced messaging app Alertive by the end of 2024. This decision is part of the trust’s digital strategy and roadmap, aiming to enhance communication and efficiency within the healthcare setting.
Alertive, specifically designed for healthcare professionals, will allow clinicians to send urgent notifications, share tasks, and provide more detailed patient information instantly. This move is expected to streamline communication between staff members and improve collaborative patient care across various departments.
According to Mark Stanton, Chief Information Officer at East and North Hertfordshire, the shift from traditional bleeps to Alertive reflects the evolution of technology in healthcare. The Alertive app offers multiple communication modes, including critical alerts and messaging, to ensure clearer visibility of priorities and reduce interruptions during crucial clinical tasks.
By embracing innovative solutions like Alertive, healthcare organizations are aiming to modernize their communication systems and improve overall efficiency. Somerset NHS Foundation Trust’s success in reducing non-emergency bleeps with a similar technology highlights the potential benefits of this transition for East and North Hertfordshire.
