What to Consider When Choosing a New EHR Platform: 5 Things to Consider

Ready for a better EHR Platform? Finding the right senior living clinical software platform isn’t easy. It's a big decision that impacts every aspect of your senior living community, from resident care and staff satisfaction to operational efficiency and regulatory compliance. 

To help you find the right EHR, we've outlined the key factors to consider:

1. Intuitive Interface and User Experience

Your EHR should be easy to use and navigate for all staff members, regardless of their tech proficiency. A clunky, complex system can lead to frustration, errors, and decreased efficiency. Look for a platform with: 

• User-friendly design: The platform should have clean layouts, clear navigation, and easily accessible information.
• Minimal clicks: Look for streamlined workflows that minimize the number of steps required to complete tasks.
• Mobile accessibility: It should be easy for caregivers to access information and document care from anywhere within the community.

2. Comprehensive Features Tailored to Senior Living

Ensure the platform you choose has features specifically designed to meet the unique needs of senior living, such as:

• Medication management: Make sure the platform has eMAR functionality with features like medication tracking, alerts for potential interactions, and easy re-ordering.
• Care planning: Check that there are tools to create personalized care plans, track resident progress, and adjust care as needed.
• Incident reporting: Your team should be able to efficiently document and manage incidents, falls, and other events.
• Communication tools: Secure messaging and communication features facilitate collaboration among care team members and family.
• Billing and reporting: Consider if there are integrated tools to simplify billing processes and generate reports for regulatory compliance and performance tracking.

3. Seamless Integration

Software is only as good as how you implement it. And transferring information and training your staff on a new software is often a bigger undertaking than it should be. Look for a platform that prioritizes easy and accurate data uploads with minimal training required. With Fynn, we’ll migrate, clean, and validate resident data for a seamless transition with no downtime. 

Your EHR should also integrate seamlessly with other systems within your community, such as pharmacy software, accounting systems, and resident engagement platforms. This ensures data flows smoothly between different departments, reducing errors and improving efficiency.

4. Robust Security and Compliance

Protecting resident data is crucial. Choose an EHR platform that prioritizes security and complies with all relevant regulations, including HIPAA and SOC standards. Look for features like:

• Data encryption: To safeguard sensitive information.
• Access controls: To ensure that only authorized personnel can access resident data.
• Regular audits: To verify ongoing compliance with security standards.
• Custom assessment for state regulations: Each state has unique regulations and it’s important to have a platform that can support all state regulated assessments. 

5. Focus on Efficiency and Time-Saving

A modern EHR should streamline workflows and automate tasks to save your staff time. Look for features that:

• Reduce manual data entry: Through integrations and automation.
• Simplify documentation: With templates and customizable forms.
• Provide real-time insights: To proactively identify potential issues and improve care.

Fynn.io: The Senior Living EHR Built for You

Fynn.io is designed specifically for senior living communities, offering an intuitive platform with comprehensive features, seamless integration, and efficient workflows. We're committed to helping you enhance resident care, improve staff satisfaction, and streamline your operations.

Ready to see Fynn.io in action? Schedule a demo today!