Manage Devices > Status allows you to enter and track the status of devices within your facility. The table below defines the various statuses used in Manage Devices > Status and in the Device Status Report.
Device Status |
Definition |
Assigned |
Device is in use by a patient |
Available |
Device is available for use by a patient |
Decommissioned |
Device is no longer available for patient use |
Refurbish |
Device is being cleaned and prepared for patient use |
Repair |
Device is being repaired by vendor |
To update the status of a device, complete the following steps:
Select Inventory Tracker > Manage Devices > Status.
The Manage Device Status window appears.
Several search parameters can be defined on this window to narrow your search, including Facility, Device Model, Patient Last Name, Serial Number, and Care Coordinator; however, Facility is the only field required. Use any or all of these fields to search.
Click Search.
A list of devices that match your search criteria will display. Select the device by clicking once in the device row (the row will be highlighted).
Click Edit.
Select the New Status from the drop-down menu.
Select the Status Change Date from the calendar or enter the date in the text field provided in the following format: MM/DD/YYYY. The default date will be today's date.
Click Submit.
A confirmation message will appear at the top of the window indicating that the device was updated successfully.
NOTE: EE Number, Purchase Order Number, Date of Purchase, Warranty From Date, Warranty To Date, and whether or not the device is a Kiosk may be entered on this screen for the device selected; however, this information is not required for changing the status of a device.
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