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Virtual Sitter
Virtual Sitter

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Product Description:

Equum Medical's Virtual Sitter Services enhance patient safety and care through continuous, remote monitoring. Designed to support hospitals facing staffing challenges and to improve patient outcomes, our virtual sitter services leverage advanced telehealth technology to provide constant observation of patients at risk of falls, self-harm, or other safety concerns.

Virtual sitters utilize high-resolution video and audio technology to monitor patients from a centralized location. This approach allows trained technicians to observe multiple patients simultaneously, providing real-time alerts to on-site nursing staff when immediate intervention is necessary. By reducing the need for in-person sitters, hospitals can optimize their resources and ensure that their staff is utilized efficiently.

The primary benefits of Equum Medical's Virtual Sitter Services include enhanced patient safety, reduced staffing costs, and improved workflow efficiency. Virtual sitters can promptly identify and respond to potential safety issues, ensuring that patients receive timely and appropriate care. This proactive approach helps to prevent falls, reduce incidents of self-harm, and mitigate other safety risks, leading to better patient outcomes and higher satisfaction rates.

Additionally, virtual sitters play a crucial role in supporting bedside nurses by handling routine monitoring tasks, allowing on-site staff to focus on more critical aspects of patient care. This collaboration fosters a safer, more efficient care environment and helps to alleviate the workload of overburdened nursing teams.

Equum Medical's Virtual Sitter Services offer a scalable, cost-effective solution to address the growing demands of modern healthcare. By integrating virtual sitters into their care models, hospitals can enhance patient safety, optimize staffing, and improve the overall quality of care provided to patients.

About Equum Medical:

Equum Medical is a leader in the telehealth industry, dedicated to transforming healthcare delivery with innovative, technology-enabled solutions. Founded by experienced physicians and healthcare professionals, Equum Medical is a trusted partner for hospitals and healthcare systems aiming to enhance patient care, improve operational efficiency, and address workforce challenges. Our mission is to provide high-quality, accessible healthcare services, particularly in rural and underserved communities, through a comprehensive suite of telehealth solutions.

Equum Medical offers a wide range of telehealth services designed to meet the diverse needs of healthcare providers and patients. Our services include, Virtual Nursing, Tele-ICU, Virtual Sitter, Telemetry, Multi-Specialty Telehealth and High-Acuity Care.

Our Unique Proposition centers on our physician-founded and operated approach, ensuring services are designed with a deep understanding of clinical workflows and patient care needs. With over 200 years of combined telehealth experience among our leadership team, we offer unparalleled expertise to our clients.

Equum Medical is committed to addressing healthcare workforce shortages and enhancing care delivery through strategic telehealth solutions, making high-quality healthcare accessible to all.

Product Description:

Medical Guardian’s Personal Emergency Response Systems (PERS) deliver exceptional protection and peace of mind across a range of environments, including home health agencies, senior living communities, and health plans. Our systems seamlessly integrate with remote patient monitoring and engagement services to offer a proactive and comprehensive approach to care.

Key Features:

User-Friendly Base Station Hub: Designed for ease of use at home, ensuring a reliable emergency response with an intuitive interface.

MGMini and MGMove Units: Versatile, all-in-one devices providing robust support both at home and while on the move.

24/7 Emergency Monitoring: UL-certified service guarantees continuous, dependable protection around the clock.

Nationwide 4G LTE Coverage: Ensures strong connectivity and reliable service across the country.

Automatic Fall Detection: Optional feature that promptly detects falls and alerts caregivers, enhancing response times.

Two-Way Voice Communication: Enables clear, immediate interaction with emergency operators for prompt assistance.

Care Calls: A dynamic feature allowing organizations to reach patients directly via their PERS devices. This includes regular patient check-ins, appointment scheduling, and customizable uses based on organizational needs, such as reminders and health surveys.

With Medical Guardian, organizations can offer comprehensive support, integrating advanced monitoring and emergency features to elevate safety and care across various settings.

About Medical Guardian (formerly Clear Arch Health):

Medical Guardian is a leading provider of advanced healthcare solutions, specializing in Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) and engagement services. Our mission is to enhance the delivery of healthcare by bridging gaps in remote care with innovative technology.

We partner with top healthcare organizations, hospitals, health systems, clinical practices, and homecare agencies to optimize productivity and workflow efficiency. Our remote patient monitoring (RPM) and Personal Emergency Response System (PERS) solutions are designed to improve clinical outcomes through real-time, data-driven insights and comprehensive virtual care support.

Medical Guardian's platform integrates cutting-edge health monitoring and emergency response technologies, offering a unified solution that can be customized to meet individual patient needs.

Medical Guardian’s platform features:

Direct Patient Engagement: Enables providers to contact patients directly through their devices, facilitating timely communication and support.

Advanced Clinical Portal: Integrates with virtually all Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems, providing seamless patient management and enhancing clinical oversight.

Comprehensive Services: Includes direct shipping, efficient onboarding, thorough training, expert consultation, and ongoing support.

Our solutions are designed to reduce healthcare costs, lower hospital admissions, and enhance patient satisfaction. By offering flexible, scalable, and sustainable options, Medical Guardian ensures a seamless experience for both providers and patients.

Focused on actionable clinical oversight and improved patient engagement, Medical Guardian is committed to delivering high-quality remote care solutions that support better health outcomes and a superior patient experience.

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Medical Guardian's PERS devices continuously collect real-time data on patient activity, health metrics, and emergency events, providing insights into both daily patterns and critical incidents. This data helps caregivers monitor patient well-being and respond proactively.

The data collected by Medical Guardian PERS devices is processed through advanced analytics platforms. These analytics provide actionable insights for healthcare providers, helping to identify trends, potential risks, and areas where intervention may be required to improve patient outcomes.

Medical Guardian systems support seamless two-way communication between patients and emergency services using advanced, real-time communication technology. In the event of an emergency, patients can instantly connect with healthcare professionals or emergency responders at the push of a button. The system's enhanced voice communication feature ensures clear and direct conversations, even from remote locations. Providers can also initiate check-ins or send personalized health reminders through the device, ensuring continuous engagement and proactive care management. This bidirectional communication system enhances patient safety, ensuring immediate responses and continuous connection with healthcare teams.

Medical Guardian PERS solutions are designed to be user-friendly, with features like voice commands and large, easy-to-read displays, ensuring accessibility for seniors and individuals with disabilities. The system is available at various price points, making it equitable for a wide range of users regardless of their financial situation.

Medical Guardian integrates pre-built care plans into their PERS systems, allowing healthcare providers to tailor monitoring and response protocols according to each patient’s specific needs. These care plans support personalized health management, ensuring that patients receive the most appropriate care.

Medical Guardian PERS systems are compatible with a variety of healthcare platforms, ensuring seamless integration with other health monitoring devices and electronic health records (EHRs). This interoperability helps to create a holistic view of the patient’s health status and improves communication across care teams.

Medical Guardian provides robust operational support, including 24/7 monitoring services and emergency dispatch. Care teams can rely on continuous monitoring and immediate response in case of emergencies, ensuring patient safety at all times.

Medical Guardian PERS enhances clinical support for healthcare providers and empowers patients to monitor their own health data effectively. The system provides real-time health insights and alerts to providers, allowing for timely and accurate interventions. For patients, Medical Guardian PERS offers easy access to health tracking and personalized feedback, which encourages them to be proactive in managing their well-being. This integration supports a more engaged and informed patient experience, facilitating better health outcomes through ongoing education and self-management.

Use Cases

Description:

Equum Medical's Virtual Sitter Services are designed to enhance patient safety and operational efficiency in healthcare settings by providing continuous remote monitoring of patients who are at risk of falls, self-harm, or other safety concerns. This service leverages advanced video and audio technology to ensure real-time observation and timely intervention, significantly reducing the need for in-person sitters and optimizing resource allocation.

Key Features:

Continuous Remote Monitoring:

  • Utilizes high-definition cameras and audio devices to monitor patients in real-time.
  • Provides a constant visual and auditory link to patients, ensuring they are safe and secure

Real-Time Alerts and Interventions

  • Trained technicians observe multiple patients simultaneously and can immediately alert on-site staff if an intervention is needed.
  • Reduces the response time for emergencies, potentially preventing adverse events.

Resource Optimization:

  • Decreases the need for in-person sitters, allowing hospitals to allocate their staff more effectively.
  • Frees up nursing staff to focus on direct patient care rather than monitoring tasks.

Documentation and Reporting:

  • Provides detailed logs of patient activity and incidents, which can be used for clinical reviews and improving care protocols.
  • Ensures accountability and continuous improvement in patient safety measures.
Pediatric use cases:

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Users:

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Nurses

Managers

Med-Surg

Description:

Medical Guardian’s PERS solutions are essential for senior living and healthcare organizations, providing advanced, reliable technology to enhance safety and well-being. Our systems are ideal for:

Pediatric use cases:

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Users:
  • Healthcare Community-at-Large: Strengthens safety and emergency response protocols across healthcare settings, offering continuous monitoring and rapid assistance.
  • Hospitals and Health Systems: Enhances patient safety by offering protection at home following discharge, ensuring continued care and support outside the hospital environment.
  • Health Plans, including Medicare Advantage: Adds value by integrating with health management strategies, delivering comprehensive support and safety features for members.
  • Home Health Organizations: Delivers immediate support for patients receiving care at home, seamlessly integrating with existing care plans for comprehensive care.
  • Home Care Agencies: Ensures dependable support for clients both at home and while on the move, giving peace of mind to caregivers and families.
  • Geriatric Health Care Providers: Meets the specific needs of older adults with prompt emergency response features and enhanced care quality.
  • Assisted Living Facilities, Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs), etc.: Provides critical safety measures and 24/7 emergency monitoring within residential settings.
  • Senior Living Communities: Enhances resident safety with reliable emergency response and monitoring, improving overall care and peace of mind for both residents and staff.

EHR Integrations

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EMR Integration & Relevant Hardware:

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EMRs Supported:

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Hardware Compatibility:

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Differentiators

Differentiators vs EHR Functionality:

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Differentiators vs Competitors:

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Differentiators vs EHR Functionality:
  • Integration Capability: Medical Guardian’s backend system integrates seamlessly with various care platforms across customer segments, offering flexibility and adaptability.
  • Custom Integrations: Our engineering team is dedicated to developing custom integrations as needed, ensuring tailored solutions for unique organizational requirements.
Differentiators vs Competitors:

1. Comprehensive Integration with Remote Monitoring:

Medical Guardian: Seamlessly integrates with remote patient monitoring systems, providing a holistic approach to proactive care.

Competitors: Often offer standalone emergency response systems without integrated monitoring capabilities.

 

2. Advanced Care Calls Feature:

Medical Guardian: Includes Care Calls, which allow organizations to perform regular check-ins, schedule appointments, and customize communication based on specific needs.

Competitors: Typically lack this versatile communication feature, limiting their ability to provide proactive and personalized patient engagement.

3. User-Friendly Design Across All Devices:

 

Medical Guardian: Offers a range of user-friendly devices, including the intuitive Base Station Hub and portable SOLO and MICRO units, designed for ease of use in various settings.

Competitors: May provide less intuitive or more complex devices that can be challenging for some users.

4. Nationwide 4G LTE Coverage:

 

Medical Guardian: Ensures robust connectivity and reliable service across the country with nationwide 4G LTE coverage.

Competitors: Coverage may be limited or dependent on regional networks, potentially affecting service reliability.

5. Optional Automatic Fall Detection:

Medical Guardian: Provides optional automatic fall detection, which promptly alerts caregivers to falls, improving response times.

Competitors: Fall detection may not be standard or may require separate devices or services.

6. UL-Certified 24/7 Emergency Monitoring:

Medical Guardian: Guarantees continuous, reliable protection with UL-certified monitoring services.

Competitors: Monitoring services may not have the same level of certification or reliability.

7. Customizable Solutions:

Medical Guardian: Provides tailored solutions based on organizational needs, including the integration of Care Calls and flexible service options.

Competitors: Solutions may be less adaptable or require additional customization at extra costs.

Medical Guardian's PERS systems offer a combination of advanced features, seamless integration, and comprehensive support that set them apart from competitors, delivering enhanced safety and care for diverse patient populations.

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