Clinical Mobility is Patient Safety: Why the Right Tech at the Bedside Matters More Than Ever
In today’s healthcare environment, delivering safe, efficient patient care hinges on speed and accuracy. Yet many hospitals and clinics are still relying on outdated tools—pagers, hallway whiteboards, or shared desktop computers—to manage life-saving decisions. These delays and disconnections aren’t just frustrating—they’re dangerous.
That’s where clinical mobility steps in.
Clinical mobility refers to the use of purpose-built mobile devices in healthcare environments. From barcode scanners and mobile computers to secure messaging platforms, these tools keep clinicians connected to data, systems, and each other—no matter where they are in the hospital.
When implemented correctly, clinical mobility can transform daily workflows, reduce medical errors, and support better patient outcomes.
The Risks of Relying on Outdated Tech
According to a recent HIMSS study, over 50% of clinicians reported delays in care due to inefficient communication. Manually transcribing patient information, searching for available workstations, or relying on non-secure communication methods can lead to:
These problems are magnified during shift changes or emergencies, when timely, accurate communication is crucial.
How Zebra’s Clinical Mobility Solutions Improve Patient Safety
Zebra Technologies designs mobile devices specifically for healthcare environments. These devices—available through PLS—combine real-time data access, scanning, secure messaging, and infection control into one streamlined platform.
Key benefits include:
1. Positive Patient Identification (PPID)
With Zebra mobile computers, nurses can scan wristbands at the bedside to verify patient identity before administering medication or performing procedures. This eliminates guesswork and significantly reduces errors.
Clinicians can access and update electronic health records from anywhere in the hospital. No more waiting for a free workstation or risking memory-based documentation after the fact.
Secure team messaging tools integrated into Zebra devices enable nurses, doctors, and lab staff to communicate instantly, improving coordination and reducing delays.
Zebra’s healthcare-grade plastics withstand frequent disinfection with hospital-grade wipes, helping reduce the spread of germs from shared devices.
Why Implementation Matters: PLS as Your Mobility Partner
Choosing the right hardware is only half the equation. For healthcare teams to fully benefit from clinical mobility, devices must be properly configured, integrated with existing systems, and supported with training and responsive service.
That’s where PLS comes in.
As a Zebra Premier Business Partner, PLS specializes in healthcare deployments—from product selection and configuration to rollout support and staff training. We understand the unique needs of hospitals and clinical teams and provide hands-on guidance every step of the way.
We don’t just sell devices. We deliver solutions that work for your staff, your workflows, and your patients.
The Bottom Line: Safer Patients, Empowered Staff
Healthcare professionals shouldn’t have to work around outdated systems. With Zebra clinical mobility solutions deployed by PLS, your team can:
It’s time to equip your frontline heroes with tools that match their level of care.
Let’s start the conversation today.
Talk to the healthcare tech team at PLS
