The Mercy University Hospital has welcomed the introduction of two ceiling-mounted, motorised hoists, designed for the safe and efficient transfer of patients in the CT Department.
Funded by the Mercy Hospital Foundation at a cost of €15,000, the Arjo Maxi Sky 2 Hoists ensure that patients are transferred safely and comfortably to and from the CT scanner, whilst also reducing the need for physical effort by healthcare staff.
Integrated into an overhead track system, each hoist glides seamlessly between locations, minimising the need for manual lifting, addressing a common issue in healthcare settings.
The hoists will primarily assist patients with limited mobility, including older people, patients with neurological or musculoskeletal conditions, and those recovering from injuries. The hoists are also useful for patients needing help to sit up after a scan.
Previously, transferring patients required equipment to be sourced from other parts of the hospital, involving multiple steps such as moving the patient onto a trolley outside the CT suite. Now, with hoists permanently installed in the department, transfers are quicker, safer, and less disruptive.
Additionally, the hoist slings are compatible with other hoists used throughout the hospital, meaning inpatients can arrive at the CT suite with their sling already in place, making transfers even smoother and reducing handling time.
Healthcare staff, particularly radiographers, will also benefit from the new hoists. By eliminating manual lifting, the risk of workplace injuries and staff fatigue is reduced.
Additionally, comprehensive training ensures that staff can operate the hoists with confidence and efficiency.
