Mobile Nurse’s Station™
FAQ & Insights
How does keeping nurses closer to patients improve safety?
A mobile nurse’s station places staff directly in hallways, near resident rooms.
This reduces response times to falls, call bells, pain, and emergencies.
Nurses can monitor patients more consistently, providing earlier intervention and reducing risks.
Why are falls such a critical issue in long-term care?
Falls are one of the most frequent and costly adverse events in healthcare.
The CDC estimates $50 billion annually in fall-related costs, with $29 billion paid by Medicare.
One in five older adults who fall experiences serious injury, leading to ER visits, hospitalizations, and penalties for facilities.
CMS uses fall data in MDS assessments, which directly impact Five-Star ratings.
How does the MNS help reduce falls and injuries?
By keeping nurses closer to rooms, staff can respond immediately to alarms, call lights, or wandering behaviors.
Improved visibility lowers the chance of unattended movement and injury.
Even a small reduction in falls can save facilities millions annually in direct and indirect costs.
Does a mobile station reduce infection risks?
Yes — fewer shared surfaces mean less cross-contamination.
Antimicrobial EOSCU® surfaces continuously reduce bioburden and support infection control.
Keeping charting and care tasks in hallways reduces central 'touch points' that can spread pathogens.
What about medication errors?
Medication errors cost the U.S. system billions annually and contribute to patient harm.
Interruptions during med passes are a leading cause.
Having the workstation at the point of care minimizes interruptions and allows nurses to administer medications on schedule.
Can this help improve regulatory compliance and ratings?
Yes — CMS quality measures tie directly to falls, infections, and accurate documentation.
Real-time charting at the bedside improves accuracy and communication between shifts.
Better patient safety and fewer errors contribute to stronger CMS ratings and reimbursement levels.
How does this impact nurse fatigue?
Nurses often walk miles each shift, leading to fatigue, burnout, and errors.
The MNS reduces unnecessary walking and provides ergonomic support, including seating and a footrest.
Less fatigue improves attentiveness, lowers error rates, and helps retain staff.
Why does staff retention matter for facilities?
High turnover increases reliance on expensive agency nurses.
Retaining staff lowers training and recruitment costs.
Providing supportive work environments, like the MNS, improves job satisfaction and reduces attrition.
How does this support flexible space planning?
Unlike traditional fixed stations, the MNS can be positioned wherever needed.
Facilities can deploy multiple units to cover long corridors or use them as secondary workspaces.
This flexibility avoids costly renovations while improving workflow efficiency.
What is the business case for investing in the MNS?
Safety: Reduces falls, infections, and medication errors.
Efficiency: Keeps nurses closer to patients, saving time.
Cost Savings: Decreases overtime, turnover, and readmission penalties.
Compliance: Supports CMS and state regulatory requirements.
Innovation: Demonstrates a commitment to modern, patient-first care.