Torrence Sound Elevates Patient Care at St. Rita’s Medical Center with Technological Transformation
Summary: St. Rita’s Medical Center in Ohio, a regional leader in medical care, partnered with Torrence Sound in 2007 for a significant expansion project, “The Medical Center of the Future.” This initiative included a nine-story patient tower with technology-focused solutions provided by Torrence. The tower features 84 new patient rooms equipped with advanced nurse-patient communication systems, 42-inch LCD TVs, integrated entertainment systems, and motorized window shades. Additionally, St. Rita’s implemented a hospital-wide upgrade of their nurse-patient communication system, utilizing Responder IV by Rauland-Borg, connected to Cisco wireless VoIP phones. This upgrade not only enhanced patient comfort but also improved staff efficiency and patient care across specialized centers for heart and cancer treatment, among others.
Industry: Healthcare
Category: Healthcare Facility Expansion, Technological Upgrade
Processes: Entertainment System Installation, Communication Upgrade, Room Automation, Healthcare System Integration
St. Rita’s Medical Center sought to expand its facilities with a focus on patient comfort and state-of-the-art technology. The challenge was to integrate advanced communication and entertainment systems in patient rooms and throughout the hospital to improve the patient experience and staff efficiency.
Torrence Sound was chosen for their expertise in providing comprehensive technology solutions in healthcare settings, ensuring seamless integration of advanced systems to enhance both patient care and operational efficiency.
Torrence implemented a range of technology solutions, including installing 42-inch LCD televisions with integrated entertainment systems in patient rooms, and motorized window shades controlled from the bedside. They also upgraded the entire hospital’s nurse-patient communication system to Responder IV by Rauland-Borg, connected to Cisco wireless VoIP phones, allowing staff instant communication with patients and information delivery through text messaging and location services.
The expansion and technology upgrades led to significantly improved patient comfort and satisfaction, as well as enhanced communication and operational efficiency for the medical staff.
St. Rita’s Medical Center’s expansion and technological upgrades have solidified its position as a leader in healthcare, providing top-notch medical services with a patient-centered approach. The new facilities and systems have greatly enhanced the overall patient experience and streamlined hospital operations.
