Team members at Duke HomeCare & Hospice now receive extra support in the field, thanks to a wireless panic button attached to their badge.
“The SoloProtect device is just one step we are taking to ensure we create a safe environment for team members,” said Lisa Tuttle, RN, CHPN, NE-BC, BS, MSN, Senior Associate Chief Nursing Officer and Senior Director of Clinical Operations at Duke HomeCare & Hospice. “It allows team members, who often work alone visiting patients in their homes, to have peace of mind that they have help if they need it.”
Roughly 185 Duke HomeCare & Hospice team members utilize the badge holder device powered by cellular technology that lets team members initiate a discreet "Red Alert.” If a situation warrants an immediate response, the monitoring center will promptly contact 911 on behalf of the team member, providing vital geo-location coordinates, and detailed information about the incident that triggered the alert.
It's a great comfort knowing that even though we work alone, we have direct access to fast, reliable, and competent help if needed.
Marcene McGuire, BSN, RN
Clinical Services NurseWith Duke since 2003
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