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01. The problem02. How a call travels03. What to check before you buy04. How we set it up05. What we supply06. How to put it to the hospital07. Get a free survey and quote08. FAQ
County hospitals run busy, crowded wards with limited staff. Here is how a call system helps them cope.
Key takeaways
- Robust
- Easy to maintain
- Simple to learn
- Helps a small team
01The problem
A county hospital ward may have more patients than beds and fewer nurses than it needs. Under that pressure a call system is not a luxury: it is how a small team knows where to go first. The system must be robust, easy to maintain and simple to teach.
02How a call travels
03What to check before you buy
| Check | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Robust fittings | Built for heavy use |
| Maintenance | Local support and spares |
| Training | For large, rotating teams |
| Procurement | A clear specification for tender |
| Backup power | Controller, switches and station keep working when the mains fails |
| Weekly test | Press every point and keep a log |
04How we set it up
- 01Walk a county hospitalWe note every bed, room, bathroom, door and the station.
- 02Match the partsButtons, call points, lamps, station and display to the plan.
- 03Cable and powerNetwork cable and backup power to every position.
- 04Fit and pairEvery button paired to the right room.
- 05Test and trainWe press every point and train each shift.
05What we supply
We design, supply and install nurse call systems for wards, clinics and care homes, on IP and SIP networks. Fanvil's IP nurse call range is one option we quote, alongside others, and we recommend whichever fits your ward. Send us the room count and we reply with a written quote.
06How to put it to the hospital
Start with the problem in a county hospital that the people you are speaking to already know, then show the lamp over the door and the message at the station. Quote the buttons, call points, lamps and station for a county hospital, and say clearly that the system supports staff and does not replace rounds.
07Get a free survey and quote
08Frequently asked questions
Can you quote for tenders?
Yes, with a written specification.
Is it durable?
Choose robust fittings.
Do you support county hospitals?
Ask us.
