5 Reasons You Need Rugged Technology as a Travel Nurse

As a travel nurse working in healthcare, you have unique responsibilities and make unique demands of your mobile technology equipment. From your tablet or laptop computer to your phone or mobile printer, you need a rugged device to keep up with your strenuous environment. If you’re a travel nurse, there are several reasons why rugged technology is critical for everyday on-the-job responsibilities. Using a rugged healthcare tablet is the best way to ensure  your needs are met every day that you use your device.

1. Your mobile laptop or tablet needs to be easy to clean. As a travel nurse, you can end up in a variety of locations. You don’t know whether the homes you’re in are clean or what you’ll be exposed to while you’re there, or what will end up on your equipment. With rugged technology, you can be rest assured it will be easy to clean your rugged device with alcohol or other tough cleaning chemicals.  Not only are rugged healthcare devices made from antimicrobial technology which will prevent bacteria and viruses from reproducing across their surfaces, they’re easy to wipe down and clean. This means no matter what kind of mess you encounter, you can simply clean your tablet and keep moving without any worry or concern of damaging the device especially after months or years of cleaning.
2. Ergonomics are critical. As a travel nurse, you find yourself in a variety of uncomfortable positions. You need to be able to kneel down on the floor, support your patient, and often juggle other items in one hand while holding your tablet in the other. You need a balanced device with a handle or accessory specifically designed with ergonomics in mind, making it easier for you to use your device no matter what you’re doing with your patient. Many rugged tablets have easy to support hand straps and shoulder straps for ease of use.
3. You need a device with drop protection. If you have a choice between a patient who is tipping dangerously toward the floor and your tablet, the choice is clear: you’re going to drop your tablet to catch your patient. Unfortunately, that can make for unfortunate accidents, as can kids, pets, and other individuals in the house while you’re caring for your patient. Drop protection will help protect your tablet from those types of accidents and ensure that you won’t have to replace your equipment if dropped.
4. Vibration protection will keep your tablet running longer. Drop protection is great, and it’s a vital part of your needs. Vibration protection, however, is equally critical. As a travel nurse, you spend a large percentage of your day in your vehicle. This can spell mechanical disaster for your tablet over time as connections vibrate loose in the car. With a rugged tablet, on the other hand, those vibrations won’t bother your machine at all, it will hold up much better to your everyday travel requirements. Rugged tablets have many options for vehicle mounts which make the entry of information simple and easy while in and out of a vehicle.
5. You need increased connectivity you can count on. You need access to your medical database and important patient information constantly, and you can’t count on a WiFi connection in your patients’ homes to provide it. With increased connectivity on your rugged healthcare tablet, on the other hand, you can have peace of mind that no matter what patient you’re working with, you’ll be able to easily access vital information about them. That means you won’t find yourself struggling to find the right information for your patient’s care at a critical moment.

Whether you’re a traveling nurse looking to upgrade your own mobile computer or a provider who is hoping to purchase rugged equipment for the entire staff of traveling nurses in your practice, it’s important to choose the right equipment for their daily needs to increase efficiency and effectiveness of patient care. If you’re ready to save money and make it easier to use healthcare tablets in the field, contact one of Group Mobile’s trusted technology advisers today. We’ll work with you to find the perfect device or devices to match your exact user requirements at a price you can afford.

Increase Healthcare Efficiency and Productivity with the DT Research Medical Tablet & Cart Solution!

For quite a while, the healthcare industry was slow to adopt tablets as a mobile computing solution, primarily due to issues including security, privacy of patient information and data (regulations such as HIPAA), and integration with backend systems. The medical industry has now adopted the use of tablets for patient monitoring, financials, inventory updates, notifications, communication as well as to manage task lists.  Stanford medical Center Hospital in Palo Alto, California and partners across the nation, The University of California San Francisco (UCSF) medical center, Kaiser Permanente, the largest healthcare provider in US, The Washington hospital group among many others now provides tablets to its full staff including doctors, paramedics, pharmacists and administrative personnel. Rugged tablets are being used daily to schedule patient checkups in both outpatient and inpatient wards, issue and approve prescriptions, record and transmit patient data in various formats and use instant live audio and video conferencing and chat features to expedite patient care. The use of tablets in healthcare facilities will no doubt increase patient engagement, help reduce costs, improve workflows and deliver better patient care. Rugged medical solutions are making a huge splash in the healthcare industry today, offering a better return on investment, plus a more sanitary solution built from antimicrobial materials.

DT Research is well known in the rugged tablet market for designing purpose-built computing solutions for numerous industries including military, law enforcement, education, healthcare, retail and logistics, utilities and telecommunications, construction, manufacturing and enterprise — their rapid time-to-market solutions leverage two decades of computer design and manufacturing experience. DT Research offers various rugged computing solutions for many industries including a mobile tablet cart solution. You may be familiar with a workstation on wheels, which may or may not have computing ability, or a cart on wheels, which is often no more than a standard laptop mounted on a wheeled cart. A medical cart computing solution is designed from top to bottom to be an invaluable asset and all-in-one solution to patient side care.

Medical cart computers are built to be space saving, allowing the most compact configuration –  This saves time, as the medical tablet is always available – it tucks into any available corner and can be readily pulled patient side for data input, data retrieval, or image viewing. The DT Research DT313-MD is a durable rugged medical tablet made from easily sanitized, anti-microbial materials. This rugged tablet is an effective tool to monitor, record, and retrieve patient information.

Contact one of Group Mobile’s computing solutions experts to assist in the design of a custom medical tablet solution.

 

 

Group Mobile Features Four New Industrial Rugged Tablets from DT Research

Four new industrial tablets from DT Research have been added to the vast product portfolio at Group Mobile. DT Research is a leading designer and manufacturer of purpose-built computing solutions for numerous vertical markets including military, law enforcement, education, healthcare, retail and logistics, utilities and telecommunications, construction, manufacturing and enterprise. DT Research leverages two decades of rugged computer design and manufacturing experience, their rapid time-to-market solutions and affordable prices are well received among budget-conscious tablet consumers.

Group Mobile’s mobile technology advisers have first-hand knowledge of specific vertical market applications where they work one-on-one with clients to enable these specific custom solutions to meet exact requirements for improved productivity, lowered TCO and return on investment.

The four new DT Research rugged tablets now offered at Group Mobile include:

• DT Research DT313 features the integration of a vibrant 13.3-inch capacitive touchscreen display, weighing in at under two pounds for a slim, durable, and highly-portable design. The DT313 rugged tablet offers seamless information capture for instant transmission on the sales room floor, classroom, and in the field — with built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connection, as well as options for RFID reader, and front and back camera modules. For healthcare professionals, the DT313-MD model is available to configure — used as effective tools to monitor, record, and retrieve patient information. The DT313-MD is highly durable and made from easily sanitized, anti-microbial materials.
• DT Research DT395CR features an 8.9-inch Full-HD screen with capacitive touch, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth connection, as well as options for camera, barcode scanner, RFID reader, NFC module, and I/O ports. The DT Research DT395CR is available with the Microsoft Windows 10 IoT Enterprise operating system, and includes an Intel Atom Quad Core 1.44GHz processor, 4GB RAM, and a 64GB SSD with an option to upgrade to a 128GB SSD for extra storage. The DT395CR is rated IP65 and MIL-STD-810G to provide reliable operation in harsh, mission-critical environments. For those in search of a rugged tablet without a huge price point, the DT395 rugged tablet will offer custom features and complete protection from inevitable drops and spills at an excellent price.
• DT Research DT311 is a rugged two-in-one device purpose-built to protect utility, and energy companies, government and military agencies, first responders, and other field service organizations with removable encrypted data and camera security to guard against data loss or theft and unwanted image transmission. DT311 rugged tablet line includes a 6^thgeneration Skylake CPU for high performance, increased screen brightness to 800 NITS for superior sunlight viewability, and a fanless design for increased durability. The DT311 includes an encrypted SD card slot that leverages software encryption from Windows 10 IoT Enterprise, and TPM 2.0 to secure data. Users can remove sensitive data in an encrypted format to avoid theft and loss of data if the tablet is misplaced or stolen. The DT311 hardware security options also include instant blackout, as well as automatic Bluetooth, RFID, and Wi-Fi disable functions that can be pre-configured to turn off all radio capabilities under certain conditions.
• DT Research DT301 is a two-in-one hybrid 10.1-inch tablet sporting a modern, sleek, and attractive design. The DT301S is built on the high performance, energy efficient Intel Core Celeron processor with optional upgrades to an Intel Core i5 or i7 processor. The DT301 is a true mobile solution with the ability to be used as a tablet or interchanged to a laptop for easy keyboard data input. Weighing under three pounds, the DT301 includes a full-slot Smart Card reader, hot swappable battery, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 4.0. The DT301 has a truly practical keyboard for easy data entry in the field, and all pertaining accessories are interchangeable with DT Research’s line of two-in-one devices.To learn more on DT Research tablets and how Group Mobile can assist you in implementing an affordable mobile solution, contact one of our mobile technology experts.https://youtu.be/KxzaGKG1GXc

Featuring the Getac RX10H Rugged Healthcare Tablet — Antimicrobial, Powerful, Thin and Light!

We want healthcare professionals to meet the Getac RX10H rugged healthcare tablet! This healthcare companion will assist medical professionals in delivering the most exceptional and efficient healthcare services! 

 

Getac RX10H

Helping to deliver exceptional healthcare service!

The new Getac RX10H tablet helps medical professionals gather patient information and expedite
administrative paperwork all from a single device, supporting the delivery of exceptional and efficient health care services. The RX10H’s thin, ergonomic design and no-slip grip make it comfortable to carry through an entire work shift. The broad, contoured handle hangs easily from any hook —and the body is built to withstand continuous sanitation for long lasting durability. The RX10H runs on the Intel Core M-5Y10c processor, comes standard with 4GB RAM, and can easily operate in temperatures ranging from -5.8 degrees to 131 degrees Fahrenheit.
The RX10H’s exterior is made with an antimicrobial material that resists the growth of harmful contaminants, making it safe for the healthcare industry to meet specific regulations. The RX10H healthcare tablet is built to withstand constant cleaning from major sanitizing agents and certified safe from electrostatic discharge. The RX10H display offers glove-sensitive multi-touch functionality with greater readability and sensitivity without compromising durability. Getac’s proprietary technology also enhances screen sensitivity in wet environments while using a stylus, digitizer or even gloves, an essential feature for health care professionals.
The device offers powerful security protection for keeping patient records safe. Its multi-factor authentication includes password protection, RFID reader, fingerprint reader and smart card reader. In addition, TPM 2.0 and Absolute DDS further enhance security to protect private health information.
Evidence has shown that mobile healthcare devices allow medical personnel to be more efficient and productive. Medical professionals using mobile healthcare devices such as the RX10H rugged tablet will record data more accurately, gain quick access to clinical support resources, and increase efficiency in doctor–patient encounter time.
Learn more about the Getac RX10H rugged healthcare tablet…

Anti-microbal Medical Rugged Tablets from Group Mobile!

In order to reduce or eliminate the possible spread of bacteria and viruses, all healthcare equipment must be kept clean and sanitized. The same is true of point-of-care computing devices. With input from thousands of clinicians, the Toughbook CF-H2, Motion C5te, and DT313H-MD rugged tablets are designed for patient care professionals in the hospital, community clinic, and home care environments. 

With its fan-less, fully sealed design, the Panasonic Toughbook CF-H2 tablet was built for extreme sanitization and infection control. Its excellent performance and advanced remote management capabilities ensure that both clinicians and IT can feel confident that patient data is secure. In addition, the CF-H2 rugged tablet comes equipped with 4GB SDRAM, and a 500GB 7200rpm shock-mounted, flex-connect hard drive for amazing speed and performance in a 10.1-inch sunlight-viewable display. It offers a complete range of embedded wireless options including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and optional 4G LTE or 3G Gobi Mobile Broadband to help users stay connected while in the field. Learn more about the Toughbook H2 rugged tablet…

The sealed Motion C5te Mobile Clinical Assistant (MCA) tablet by Motion Computing has a durable, disinfectable design with advanced ergonomics and integrated features that provide enhanced productivity within a 10.4-inch capacitive touch display. Available with integrated mobile broadband, the rugged C5t tablet enables clinicians to access up-to-date information, regardless of patient location. The Motion C5 medical tablet also includes a barcode scanner, 64GB solid state drive, optional radio frequency reader (RFID), and optional GPS module. Learn more about the Motion C5te Mobile Clinical Assistant rugged tablet…

The highly sanitized DT313H-MD tablet by DT Research provides a wide work area and detailed application interface to enhance user experience and workflow for medical workers. It features the integration of a 13.3-inch Full-HD capacitive touch screen, a high performance, energy efficient Intel Core i7 processor, and a full-slot SmartCard reader within a slim, lightweight, durable package. With built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connection as well as options for RFID reader, and front and back camera modules, the DT313H-MD rugged tablet offers healthcare professionals an effective tool to monitor, record, and retrieve patient information. Learn more about the DT313H-MD rugged tablet…