Hourly Rounding Nursing Checklist
Hourly Rounding Nursing Checklist
General Items
- Ensure rounding is completed on time
- Maintain a positive and reassuring demeanor
- Educate patients about the rounding process and its purpose
Preparation for Rounding
- Gather necessary supplies (e.g., pen, clipboard, patient charts)
- Review patient information and needs
- Plan route for rounding in the unit
Conducting the Round
- Knock and introduce yourself to the patient
- Verify patient identity using two identifiers
- Assess patient's comfort and pain level
- Check vital signs if necessary
- Ensure patient safety (e.g., bed alarms, call light within reach)
- Confirm the patient's needs (e.g., toileting, hydration)
- Document observations and actions taken
- Encourage patient questions and address concerns
Post-Rounding Tasks
- Update patient care plan as necessary
- Communicate findings with the healthcare team
- Reflect on the rounding process for improvements
- Prepare for the next round (schedule and adjust as needed)
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