Early discharge offers multifaceted benefits, notably reducing hospitalacquired infections, a smoother transition to home, and enhanced postdischarge care with timely prescription filling. It also optimizes hospital resources, creating capacity and improving emergency room efficiency. In response to capacity and efficiency challenges faced by the 350-bed hospital, an initiative was undertaken to enhance patient throughput. An interprofessional team composed of nursing staff, nursing leaders, and physicians collaborated to establish a streamlined discharge process in medicalsurgical and observation units, referred to as Discharge By Noon (DCBN). This proactive and adaptive approach has positioned the healthcare system for sustained success in optimizing patient throughput and enhancing the overall quality of care.

Recording expiration date: 09/14/2026

80% of participants who complete the evaluation will indicate that as a result of viewing this session, they have gained new knowledge or validated their current medical-surgical practice.

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• View the entire recorded session
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The Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses expresses appreciation to Medtronic for their support of this educational activity as premier partner and for providing a sponsored lunch session during the live event on Friday, September 13, 2024.

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