On this page
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
Small maternity clinics run with few staff. Here is how a call system gives mothers a way to call.
Key takeaways
- A midwife who carries the alert
- Buttons at every bed
- Simple and affordable to run
- Peace of mind
01The problem
A neighbourhood maternity clinic may have one midwife on duty. If she is with one mother, another has no way to call. A simple button at each bed, with a receiver the midwife carries, means every mother can ask for help.
02How a call travels
03What to check before you buy
| Check | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Staff pager | The midwife carries the alert |
| Bed buttons | One per bed |
| Bathroom point | Reachable |
| Range | Covers the whole clinic |
| 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 neighbourhood maternity clinicWe 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 neighbourhood maternity clinic 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 neighbourhood maternity clinic, and say clearly that the system supports staff and does not replace rounds.
07Get a free survey and quote
08Frequently asked questions
What if there is one midwife?
A pager alerts her wherever she is.
Is it simple?
Yes.
Can we add beds later?
Yes.
