María José Reyes Ramos, Fernando Campaña Castillo, Miriam Algarra Ramos, Nerea Andueza Simon, Joana Blázquez Martínez, Nafissa Boumsahi Ouhai, M Rosa Brutau Xarrié, Alba Coll Negre, M Angels Delgado Alda, Gemma Margarit Alsina, Antonio Padilla Martínez, Carme Pastor Asperó, Montserrat Riberès Bonvehí, Eva Taravilla Surós, Mónica Ulloa Marín, Mireia Vicente Garcia
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Abstract
Objective: To evaluate the impact of a digital tool for calculating the Care Intensity Index (CII) on nursing staff management.
Method: The mixed-design research will focus on a 3 month prospective pilot study in Internal Medicine units at six Catalan hospitals. During this period, patient assignment will be based on the CII calculated by the tool. Quality indicators, patient safety, and staff workload perception will be compared before and after implementation.
Expected results: The tool is expected to enable more accurate nursing staffing, reducing perceived workload and improving quality and safety outcomes.
Expected impact: In the long term, this method could validate a new way of managing nursing resources, improving patient safety, job satisfaction, and the efficiency of the healthcare system.