Cerner Configuration for Surgery

Identify key stakeholders involved in the Cerner Configuration for Surgery project

Determine project goals and objectives

Establish project timeline and milestones

Allocate necessary resources (financial, technical, human) for the implementation

Conduct a thorough analysis of current surgical processes and workflows

Identify potential barriers or challenges that may arise during the implementation

Create a communication plan to keep stakeholders informed throughout the process

Develop a training plan for end-users to ensure smooth adoption of the new system

Assess the existing hardware and software infrastructure to support Cerner Configuration for Surgery

Determine if any upgrades or additional equipment are required

Ensure that the network is capable of handling increased data traffic from the system

Verify that the system meets all necessary security and privacy requirements

Establish data backup and disaster recovery processes

Conduct compatibility tests with existing systems and devices

Define the scope of the Cerner Configuration for Surgery implementation

Customize the system to align with specific surgical department needs and workflows

Configure surgical procedure templates, order sets, and clinical decision support tools

Integrate the system with other relevant systems (e.g., electronic health record, inventory management)

Test the configuration to ensure proper functionality and usability

Train system administrators on how to manage and maintain the configuration settings

Identify the necessary data to be migrated from existing systems or manual records

Cleanse and standardize the data to ensure accuracy and consistency

Develop a migration plan, including data mapping and transformation processes

Execute the data migration plan, keeping track of any errors or discrepancies

Validate the migrated data to ensure it is complete and accurate in the new system

Establish a data archiving strategy for old records, if required

Create a comprehensive testing plan that covers all aspects of the Cerner Configuration for Surgery system

Conduct various tests, such as unit testing, integration testing, and user acceptance testing

Document and address any issues or bugs identified during the testing phase

Obtain feedback from end-users and make necessary adjustments to improve usability

Validate the system against pre-defined performance metrics and benchmarks

Obtain final approval from key stakeholders before moving to the next phase

Develop a go-live plan and schedule

Communicate the go-live date and any necessary downtime to all stakeholders

Conduct end-user training sessions before the go-live date

Ensure necessary support staff are available during the go-live period

Monitor the system closely during the initial days to address any issues promptly

Conduct post-implementation reviews to evaluate the success of the Cerner Configuration for Surgery implementation

Continuously monitor and optimize the system based on feedback and user experiences