Information Systems Innovations for Nursing

Offering a broad range of discussions concerning health care information systems, the first part of this book explores the implications of working in a computer-based environment. Part two topics include: linkages for nurse administrators; computer-augmented performance evaluation; information access for research-based practice; and communication structure enhancement for nursing research. The final part suggests ways of changing health care settings through the use of information systems.

Introduction - Sue MoorheadPART ONE: VISIONS FOR NURSING IN A NEW MILLENNIUMChallenges and Opportunities for Advanced Practice Nurses in a Computer-Based Patient Record Environment - Judith J Warren and Marcelline R HarrisNursing Management Data for Nursing Information Systems - Dianne Huber and Connie DelaneyA Vital Nursing Administration Collaboratory for Patient Outcomes Research - Linda Goodwin et alPART TWO: STRATEGIES FOR AN INFORMATION REVOLUTIONElectronic Communication and Computer Linkages for Nurse Managers - Teresa Shellenbarger and Nashat ZuraikatComputer Augmented Performance Evaluation - Cindy A ScherbNursing Information Systems - Sally Kellum and Mary Tatum Administrative, Clinical and Education ApplicationsAccessibility to Knowledge for Research-Based Practice - Carol L Ireson and Cathie L VelottaExpanding the Communication Structure in a Nursing Research Center - Eve Layman, Sandra G Funk and Brenda K CobbPART THREE: TIPS FROM THE INFORMATION INNOVATORS: CREATING CHANGE ACROSS HEALTH CARE SETTINGSOrganizing Project Implementation for Success - Julia G Behrenbeck et al A Major Medical Center Case StudyClinical and Nursing Information System Needs in a Rural Integrated Delivery Network - Jane Brokel et alNursing Software Development and Implementation - Bobbie Owens-Vance, Margaret Kraft and Barbara Lang An Integral Aspect of the Veterans Health Administration Information System InfrastructureA Case Study in Cost-Effectiveness Analysis for Computer Technology Used in Support of Caregivers with Alzheimer¿s Disease Patients - Russel C McGuireMaximising Clinical Management Nationally through Automation of the Federal Minimum Data Set - Christine M KowalskiUse of Nursing Information Systems in Community Settings - Gary Bargsteadt