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Nursing-led Implementation of Continuous Video Monitoring Program in the LTACH Setting Reduces Falls, 1:1 Sitter Use, and Costs: A 20-month Prospective Observational Study

Non-presenting Author(s)

Lisa Kalafus, MSN, BSN, RN, CENP

Vice President, Chief Nursing Officer
Gaylord Specialty Healthcare

Presenting Author(s)

Henry C. Hrdlicka, PhD (he/him/his)

Director of Research
Gaylord Specialty Healthcare

Non-presenting Author(s)

Samantha Proctor, BS

Medical Student Researcher
Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine
JL

Jennifer Lombardi, MSN, BSN, RN

Nurse Supervisor, Telesitter Coordinator
Gaylord Specialty Healthcare
JN

June Napolitano, BSN, RN, PCCN, CRRN, VA-BC

Manager of Nursing Services and Patient Flow
Gaylord Specialty Healthcare
NM

Nicole Morrill, MSN,BSN,RN

Nurse Manager
Gaylord Specialty Healthcare

Learning Objectives:

Identify key components and clinical criteria for implementing a Continuous Video Monitoring (CVM) program in the LTACH setting.
Analyze the impact of CVM on inpatient fall rates, 1:1 sitter utilization, and cost outcomes.
Describe the role of nursing leadership in designing and sustaining hospital-wide safety initiatives involving technology.