Handoff tool improves transitions from the operating room to the neonatal intensive care unit.

Julie B Gallois; Jessica A Zagory; Brian Barkemeyer; Michelle Knecht; Lauren Richard; Kathleen Vincent; David Sciacca; Crystal Maise-Dykes; Christy Mumphrey

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Handoff tool improves transitions from the operating room to the neonatal intensive care unit.

November 8, 2023

Gallois JB, Zagory JA, Barkemeyer B, et al. Pediatr Qual Saf. 2023;8(5):e695.

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Structured handoff tools can improve situational awareness and patient safety. This study describes the development and implementation of a bespoke tool for handoffs from the operating room to the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). While use remained inconsistent during the study period, the goal of 80% compliance was achieved and 83% surveyed staff agreed or strongly agreed that the handoff provided needed information, up from 21% before implementation.

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