Developing and testing a clinical information system evaluation tool: prioritizing modifications through end-user input.
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
6-1-2011
Identifier
DOI: 10.1097/NNA.0b013e31821c4634
Abstract
OBJECTIVE: The objectives were to develop and validate the Information System Evaluation Tool (ISET), use feedback to modify the institution's clinical information system (CIS), and determine the modifications' success.
BACKGROUND: The ability of a CIS to increase patient safety and care quality is dependent on its systems and processes. A survey was needed to provide the specificity necessary to make meaningful system improvements.
METHODS: The ISET was pilot tested and revised before being administered before implementation of the CIS. It was administered at 2 times after implementation. The ISET was revised after analysis of the results, and comparisons were made between the times.
RESULTS: The ISET is a valid and reliable instrument. Perceptions of the CIS initially decreased, but had significantly improved by 16 months after implementation.
CONCLUSIONS: End-users must be convinced that the CIS supports their practice and improves care for adoption to be successful. The ISET measures these perceptions and highlights areas for improvement.
Journal Title
The Journal of nursing administration
Volume
41
Issue
6
First Page
252
Last Page
258
MeSH Keywords
Adolescent; Adult; Attitude of Health Personnel; Attitude to Computers; Factor Analysis, Statistical; Female; Health Care Surveys; Hospital Information Systems; Humans; Male; Middle Aged; Midwestern United States; Reproducibility of Results; Surveys and Questionnaires
Keywords
Hospital Information Systems; Health Care Surveys
Recommended Citation
Smith, J. B., Lacey, S. R., Williams, A. R., Teasley, S. L., Olney, A., Hunt, C., Cox, K. S., Kemper, C. Developing and testing a clinical information system evaluation tool: prioritizing modifications through end-user input. The Journal of nursing administration 41, 252-258 (2011).
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