Emergency departments must balance patient flow, staff safety, and readiness for a wide range of patient needs. To better support bariatric and high-acuity patients, Ripon Hospital’s Emergency Department introduced the Hausted 5B800 Bariatric Electric Stretcher designed to improve transport efficiency while reducing physical strain on caregivers.
The impact was quickly noticed by staff.
“The maneuverability of the stretcher was so much easier than the old Stryker we had.”
Beyond improved maneuverability, the stretcher helped reduce pushing and lifting demands, supporting staff safety and the hospital’s safe patient handling initiatives. Staff also found that the stretcher improved readiness for bariatric patients while helping minimize unnecessary patient transfers.
“It takes much of the manual lifting and pushing off the staff.”
Like many successful implementations, Ripon Hospital’s experience also highlighted the importance of workflow optimization. Small operational adjustments helped maximize accessibility and usability within the Emergency Department.
By combining powered mobility technology with staff feedback and process improvements, Ripon Hospital enhanced caregiver safety while strengthening its ability to meet the needs of a diverse patient population.
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