The Power of Reduced ADL Documentation Time in Senior Living

In senior living, every moment counts. Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) are a crucial part of caregiving, helping track everything from mobility and hygiene to medication and nutrition, ensuring that residents get the care they need. But as vital as ADL documentation is, it can easily take up a disproportionate amount of a caregiver’s time. 

Nurses and caregivers are the heartbeat of resident health and wellness, balancing countless responsibilities in tight timeframes. From administering medications and conducting health assessments to crafting personalized care plans, their focus is on providing exceptional care. Yet, burdensome documentation processes often steal valuable time and energy that could be better spent with residents.

No one goes into nursing because they love paperwork and documentation. But, the unfortunate reality is common clunky processes can lead to administrative paperwork consuming a large portion of caregivers’ time and energy. 

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Why Reducing ADL Documentation Time Is a Game Changer‍

Documentation is an important task, but it shouldn’t come at the cost of meaningful care. By reducing the time it takes to complete ADLs, senior living communities can see better time allocation, promoting healthier and happier communities. 

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Benefits of Reduced ADL Documentation Time:‍

• More time to engage with residents - With more time comes more connection. This added time makes all the difference when it comes to building trust, providing emotional support, and delivering personalized care. When paperwork isn’t in the way, caregivers can build meaningful relationships, share stories, and truly connect with the residents they care for. This helps residents feel heard, valued, and supported, leading to improved well-being.
• Notice health changes faster - With less time spent on paperwork, caregivers can be more attentive to subtle changes in a resident's health, allowing for faster intervention and better outcomes. Examples of these subtle changes may include:
  
  • A resident who starts to have difficulty moving may need extra assistance to prevent falls.
  • A resident who has started to eat less might need support to address potential health concerns.

Reducing documentation time means caregivers can act on these signs more quickly, preventing problems before they escalate.

• Less caregiver burnout and turnover - Reduced administrative burden leads to less stress and greater job satisfaction. This reduction in stress helps caregivers feel more satisfied with their work, which leads to better resident care. It also helps create a more positive work environment, where caregivers are empowered to do their best work without the mental burden of an inefficient system. This in turn leads to reduced caregiver turnover and improved team stability.

• More team coordination - When caregivers have more time, they can communicate more effectively with other members of the care team. This improved communication improves collaboration, reduces errors, and ensures all members of the care team are on the same page about each resident’s needs.
• Increased participation - The easier it is for caregivers to fill out ADLs, the more likely it is to happen. By making the process simpler and quicker, you can increase the accuracy and timeliness of resident health data. 

The most important result from less decreased documentation time? A more vibrant and supportive community for everyone. Residents feel the difference in care and caregivers feel more empowered to do their work well. 

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Ready for happier and healthier communities? ‍

Senior living communities that implemented Fynn saw a 50% decrease in ADL documentation time. 

How? Most EHR platforms weren’t designed with the input from the very people who use them everyday - caregivers. This leads to complex and clunky interfaces that slow down care teams. Our EHR was purpose-built for senior living, with a relentless focus on user-centric design and care team collaboration.

WIth Fynn, your care team can seamlessly document ADLs in a minimal amount of clicks compared to other EHRs. 

Schedule a demo today and discover how Fynn can help you prioritize what matters most: caring for your residents.

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