Publications by authors named "John Tynes"
Background: Following a 200% increase in the central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) standardized infection ratio in a private teaching hospital between 2019 and 2020, a program with the utilization of a CLABSI Prevention Registered Nurse was implemented to reduce CLABSIs through a variety of focused prevention efforts and education.
Methods: The CLABSI P-RN project consisted of a dedicated team of RNs that performed interventions that included an audit of all central lines daily, real-time education and remediation, bi-weekly educational handouts, and assistance with 2-person dressing changes. Audit data were utilized to identify trends in gaps in compliance with the CLABSI bundle (ie, daily bathing, dressing integrity).
Objective: The purpose of this project was to implement a remote fetal surveillance unit with increased vigilance and timelier responses to electronic fetal monitor tracings to improve neonatal outcomes and increase safety.
Methods: A pilot project, OB HUB, facilitated implementation of a centralized remote fetal surveillance unit including artificial intelligence software and nurse experts dedicated to fetal monitoring interpretation. A telemetry room was established.